
Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A 24-Port PoE+ Industrial Ethernet Switch with 4x 1G SFP, Network Advantage
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Series brings Cisco IOS XE routed switching to harsh industrial environments, pairing hardware-anchored security through the Cisco Trust Anchor module and MACsec with Cisco Cyber Vision OT visibility and Cisco Catalyst Center management, and it stacks for industrial aggregation. The IE-9320-24P4S-A is the 24-port PoE+ copper configuration with 1G SFP uplinks at the Network Advantage tier. Network Advantage adds advanced routing, virtualization, and policy-based segmentation features on top of the Essentials feature set, which is what separates it from the otherwise-identical Network Essentials IE-9320-24P4S-E; the two share the same hardware and differ only in licensed software. Dual field-replaceable PWR-RGD power supplies run in redundancy, and the switch is fanless for maintenance-free operation in sealed industrial enclosures.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A is a Layer 3 managed 1U rack-mount rugged industrial switch with 24 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) PoE+ copper ports and four 1G SFP uplinks, running Cisco IOS XE with the perpetual Network Advantage license. Switching capacity is 56 Gbps and forwarding rate is 41.66 Mpps. All 24 PoE ports support PoE+ up to 30 W per port, subject to a shared total PoE budget of up to 480 W depending on the installed power supplies. It stacks up to four switches managed as one system. The fanless design operates from −40 to 75 °C in a blower-equipped cabinet. It connects industrial and OT powered devices such as ruggedized IP cameras, industrial wireless access points, and PoE sensors on the factory floor.
Best For
The IE-9320-24P4S-A suits factory-floor, utility, and transportation networks that need advanced routed access and PoE+ for ruggedized IP cameras, industrial wireless access points, and PoE sensors in extended-temperature enclosures. A PoE budget of up to 480 W, depending on the installed power supplies, is suitable for mixed deployments of industrial powered devices; actual device counts depend on each device's power draw. The Network Advantage license fits sites running dynamic routing or segmentation, and the four 1G SFP uplinks aggregate back to the industrial distribution layer. The fanless design fits harsh industrial environments, operating up to 60°C in sealed cabinets, up to 70°C in vented cabinets, and up to 75°C in blower-equipped cabinets.
Not suitable if:
- you need 10G uplinks, since this model has four 1G SFP uplinks
- you need multigigabit (mGig) 90 W 4PPoE access ports, since this model provides Gigabit PoE+ up to 30 W per port
- you only need basic Layer 2 or routed access, since the base Network Essentials tier would be sufficient
- you need a DIN-rail or non-rack form factor, since this is a 1U rack-mount switch
IE-9320-24P4S-A Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | Network Advantage |
| License Detail / MTBF | Network Advantage; MTBF 489,710 hours; 5-year limited hardware warranty |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| PoE Budget | Up to 480W (PSU-dependent) |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 4x 1G SFP (downlinks: 24x 10/100/1000M RJ45 PoE+) |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | Yes |
| Switching Capacity | 56 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 41.66 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 24000 |
| Max Stack Members | 4 |
| IPv4 Routes | 8192 direct / 7000 indirect; 3500 IPv6 indirect |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 4 GB |
| Flash | 2.5 GB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | Dual modular PSU bays (PWR-RGD series): 150W DC (24-60V), or 150/250/400W AC (85-264V) / DC (88-300V) |
| Redundant PSU | Yes (dual PSU bays) |
| Cooling | Fanless |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.72 x 17.5 x 14.0 in with PWR-RGD-AC-DC-H / PWR-RGD-LOW-DC-H; 1.72 x 17.5 x 15.18 in with PWR-RGD-AC-DC-250; 1.72 x 17.5 x 15.57 in with PWR-RGD-AC-DC-400 |
| Weight | 9.7 lb (4.4 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F) blower-equipped cabinet; -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) vented cabinet; -40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F) sealed cabinet |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Software | |
| Routing Protocols | Static, OSPF, OSPFv3, RIP, PBR, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS, LISP, VRF-lite, BGP-EVPN over VXLAN |
Part Number Decode
- IE-9320 — IE-9320 is the platform prefix, identifying the Cisco Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Series 28-port fixed rack-mount industrial switch.
- 24P — 24P is the downlink code, indicating 24 Gigabit copper ports with PoE+ up to 30 W per port.
- 4S — 4S is the uplink code, indicating four 1G SFP uplinks.
- A — A is the license suffix for the perpetual Network Advantage tier.
Add-ons
| Image | Part Number | Product Title | Price | Add to cart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLC-ZX-SMD | Cisco GLC-ZX-SMD Transceiver Module | $2,893.00 | ||
| GLC-T | Cisco GLC-T Transceiver Module | $189.00 | ||
| GLC-TE | Cisco GLC-TE 1000BASE-T SFP — 100 m RJ-45 Copper | $216.00 | ||
| GLC-BX-D | Cisco GLC-BX-D Transceiver Module | $942.00 | ||
| GLC-BX-U | Cisco GLC-BX-U Transceiver Module | $942.00 | ||
| GLC-T-RGD | Cisco GLC-T-RGD= Transceiver Module | $300.00 | View |
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A support PoE?
Yes. The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A provides PoE+ on all 24 Gigabit Ethernet copper access ports. Each port supports PoE+ up to 30 W, subject to a shared total PoE budget of up to 480 W depending on the installed power supplies, so not every port can draw its maximum wattage at the same time. A higher budget supports denser deployments of powered devices rather than simultaneous maximum draw on every port. It powers industrial and OT devices such as ruggedized IP cameras, industrial wireless access points, PoE sensors and actuators, and IP phones.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the IE-9320-24P4S-A use?
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A has four 1G SFP uplink ports. These are 1-Gigabit SFP slots and do not support 10G SFP+ optics; the 1/10G SFP+ uplinks are found on the IE-9320-24P4X. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the supported-SFP module list in the Cisco Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Series data sheet and Cisco's transceiver compatibility matrix. Industrial-temperature (IND) rated SFP modules are recommended for the full operating-temperature range; non-industrial optics require temperature derating. Transceivers are sold separately.
How many IE-9320-24P4S-A switches can you stack?
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A supports stacking of up to four switches managed as a single system. It stacks only with other stack-capable IE-9320 switches running the same Network Advantage license level. Stacking is separate from industrial ring redundancy such as REP and MRP, which protect the network topology rather than combine switches into one managed unit.
What are the operating temperature and environmental ratings of the IE-9320-24P4S-A?
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A operates from −40 to 75 °C in a blower-equipped cabinet, −40 to 70 °C in a vented cabinet, and −40 to 60 °C in a sealed cabinet. It is fanless (convection-cooled) and uses dual field-replaceable modular PWR-RGD power supplies for redundant operation; as a PoE model it additionally supports the 250 W and 400 W AC/DC modules for higher PoE budgets beyond the 150 W modules. It is rated for hazardous locations (Class I Division 2 / Zone 2) and meets industrial shock and vibration requirements. The platform carries a five-year limited hardware warranty.
What is the difference between the IE-9320-24P4S-A and the IE-9320-24P4S-E?
The two switches share identical hardware — 24 Gigabit PoE+ copper ports, four 1G SFP uplinks, 56 Gbps switching, PoE up to 480 W depending on the power supplies, and up to four-member stacking — and differ only in license tier. The -E model ships with perpetual Network Essentials, covering Layer 2 plus routed access such as static routing, OSPF for up to 1000 routes, OSPFv3, RIP, and PBR, with MACsec-128. The -A model ships with perpetual Network Advantage, which adds BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS, LISP, VRF-lite, BGP-EVPN over VXLAN, Cisco TrustSec SGACL segmentation, MACsec-256, Layer 3 NAT, and SD-Access Fabric Edge.
Does the IE-9320-24P4S-A require a subscription to operate?
No. The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A runs on its perpetual Network Advantage base license indefinitely, and base switching and routing continue with no subscription. Optional Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly Cisco DNA) Essentials or Advantage subscriptions add centralized management, automation, and assurance, but they are not required to operate the switch. When a subscription term ends, the switch keeps forwarding traffic on its perpetual base license capabilities.
Is the Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A end of life?
No. Cisco has not published an End-of-Sale or End-of-Life hardware notice for the Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A. It is part of the current, actively shipping Cisco Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Series and carries a five-year limited hardware warranty from Cisco.
What condition is the IE-9320-24P4S-A sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24P4S-A is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy, in addition to Cisco's five-year limited hardware warranty.