Cisco Catalyst C9200L-24T-4G-A 24-Port Data Switch with 4x1G Uplinks, Network Advantage
The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-24T-4G-A is a 24-port data-only Layer 3 managed switch with 4x1G uplinks. It supports StackWise-80 stacking and ships with Network Advantage.
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series extends Cisco's Catalyst 9000 intent-based networking to entry campus and branch access, built on the UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC so the hardware carries investment protection as the network grows. The C9200L is the fixed-uplink member of the series, with built-in uplinks rather than the field-replaceable modules of the modular C9200, and Cisco's 2960-X migration guidance positions the 9200L as the successor to the end-of-sale Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR access switches. The C9200L-24T-4G-A is the 24-port data-only configuration at the Network Advantage tier, which is what separates it from the otherwise-identical Network Essentials C9200L-24T-4G-E. Network Advantage adds advanced campus routing, gateway redundancy, and policy-based segmentation. Dual fixed fans give it fan redundancy, and an optional second power supply adds power redundancy for always-on wiring closets.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-24T-4G-A is a Layer 3 managed 1U rackmount access switch with 24 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) data ports and four fixed 1G SFP uplinks, running Cisco IOS XE with the perpetual Network Advantage license. Switching capacity is 56 Gbps and forwarding rate is 41.67 Mpps. It carries no Power over Ethernet, so all 24 access ports are data-only. It supports Cisco StackWise-80 stacking of up to eight members at 80 Gbps. It connects non-powered endpoints such as desktops, printers, and wired IoT devices in campus and branch wiring closets.
Enterprise Network
Corporate Campus
Best For
The C9200L-24T-4G-A suits campus and branch wiring closets that connect non-powered endpoints such as desktops, printers, and wired IoT devices and need routed access at the access layer. The Network Advantage license fits sites running advanced campus routing or SGT-based segmentation, and the four 1G SFP uplinks carry fiber back to the distribution layer.
Not suitable if:
- you need 10G uplinks, since this model has fixed 1G SFP uplinks
- you need to power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, or IP cameras, since this is a data-only switch with no Power over Ethernet
- you need multigigabit (mGig) access ports
- you need multiple VRFs or more than one virtual network, since SD-Access support on the fixed-uplink C9200L is limited to one virtual network and it is not supported as a Fabric Edge for SD-Access Wireless
- you only need basic Layer 2 switching, since the base Network Essentials tier would be sufficient
C9200L-24T-4G-A Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | Network Advantage |
| License Detail / MTBF | Network Advantage; MTBF 531,030 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 4x 1G SFP (fixed) |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | StackWise-80 |
| Switching Capacity | 56 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 41.67 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 16,000 entries |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 80 Gbps |
| Max Stack Members | 8 |
| IPv4 Routes | 11,000 (8,000 direct, 3,000 indirect) |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 2 GB |
| ASIC | UADP 2.0 Mini |
| Flash | 4 GB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | PWR-C5-125WAC (125 W AC, 100-240 V) |
| Redundant PSU | Yes (optional secondary, 1+1) |
| Cooling | Dual fixed fans (redundant) |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 11.3 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 28.8 cm) |
| Weight | 9.59 lbs (4.35 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 23 to 113 °F (-5 to 45 °C), up to 5000 ft (1500 m) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Software | |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, RIP, static routing, PBR, HSRP, VRRP, MSDP (no BGP) |
Part Number Decode
- C9200L — C9200L is the platform prefix, identifying the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series with fixed uplinks.
- 24 — 24 is the port count, indicating 24 access ports.
- T — T is the port-type marker, indicating data-only Gigabit ports with no Power over Ethernet.
- 4G — 4G is the uplink code, indicating four fixed 1G SFP uplinks.
- A — A is the license suffix for the perpetual Network Advantage tier.
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C9200L-24T-4G-A support PoE?
No. The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-24T-4G-A is a data-only switch, and all 24 Gigabit Ethernet access ports carry no Power over Ethernet. It cannot power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, or IP cameras. If you need PoE+ on the access ports, the C9200L-24P-4G-A is the equivalent PoE+ model with the same four 1G SFP uplinks and Network Advantage license, and it provides a 370 W PoE budget.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the C9200L-24T-4G-A use?
The C9200L-24T-4G-A has four fixed 1G SFP uplink ports. These are 1-Gigabit SFP slots and do not support 10G SFP+ optics. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the manufacturer's transceiver compatibility matrix at tmgmatrix.cisco.com. Transceivers are sold separately.
How many C9200L-24T-4G-A switches can you stack?
The C9200L-24T-4G-A supports Cisco StackWise-80 stacking of up to eight members at 80 Gbps of stack bandwidth, using the C9200L-STACK-KIT stacking adapters and cable, which are ordered separately. It stacks only with other C9200L switches running the same Network Advantage license level, and it does not stack with C9200 modular-uplink switches, C9200CX compact switches, or any other Catalyst series.
What is the difference between the C9200L-24T-4G-A and the C9200L-24T-4X-A?
The two switches have the same 24 data-only access ports, the same Network Advantage license, and the same StackWise-80 stacking, and differ in uplinks and throughput. The -4G model has four 1G SFP uplinks with 56 Gbps of switching capacity and a 41.67 Mpps forwarding rate. The -4X model has four 1G/10G SFP+ uplinks with 128 Gbps of switching capacity and a 95.23 Mpps forwarding rate. Choose the -4G when the uplink to the distribution layer is 1G and will stay 1G.
What is the difference between the C9200L-24T-4G-A and the C9200L-24T-4G-E?
The two switches are identical hardware and differ only in license tier. The -E model ships with perpetual Network Essentials, which covers Layer 2 plus basic routed access such as static routing, RIP, EIGRP stub, OSPF for up to 1,000 routes, PBR, PIM stub multicast, and VRRP. The -A model ships with perpetual Network Advantage, which adds full OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, HSRP, VRF, VXLAN, LISP, and SGT segmentation. Neither tier includes BGP on a C9200L, and SD-Access on the fixed-uplink C9200L is limited to one virtual network.
Does the C9200L-24T-4G-A require a subscription to operate?
No. The switch runs on its included perpetual base license indefinitely. Under Cisco's ordering model, new switch orders include a term-based Cisco DNA or Cisco Catalyst software subscription of the same tier as the network license; that subscription unlocks Cisco Catalyst Center and cloud-managed features. When the subscription term ends, the switch continues operating on the perpetual base license capabilities after a reload.
Does the Cisco Catalyst 9200L replace an older switch?
Yes. Cisco's 2960-X migration guidance positions the Catalyst 9200L as the successor to the end-of-sale Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR access switches. Migrating from a 2960-X or 2960-XR to the C9200L-24T-4G-A moves the access layer to Cisco IOS XE and adds StackWise-80 stacking and the Network Advantage routed-access feature set. The C9200L cannot be stacked with 2960-X or 2960-XR switches, so a migration replaces the stack rather than extending it.
Is the C9200L-24T-4G-A still current, and where is its lifecycle status published?
Network Devices Inc. sells the C9200L-24T-4G-A as current, new, factory-sealed stock. Cisco publishes End-of-Sale and End-of-Life status for every Catalyst 9200 Series part number on its official End-of-Life and End-of-Sale Notices page for the series, which is the authoritative source for a specific SKU. Buyers standardizing on a platform for a multi-year refresh should confirm the current status there before ordering.
What condition is the C9200L-24T-4G-A sold in, and what warranty applies?
The C9200L-24T-4G-A is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy.
