
Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E 28-Port Data Industrial Ethernet Switch with 4x 1/10G SFP+, Network Essentials
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Series brings Cisco IOS XE with Catalyst 9000 security and management to rack-mount industrial deployments, anchored by the Cisco Trust Anchor Module and MACsec, Cisco Cyber Vision visibility, and Cisco Catalyst Center management. The IE-9320-24T4X-E is the copper data-access configuration at the Network Essentials tier, pairing 24 RJ45 Gigabit data ports with four 1/10G SFP+ uplinks so copper-attached OT devices reach a 10-Gigabit fiber core. Unlike the fiber-dense 26S2C and 22S2C4X models, it front-loads copper RJ45 access rather than SFP ports, and it supports REP and MRP ring redundancy (Parallel Redundancy Protocol and HSR are not offered on this model). Compared with the otherwise-identical Network Advantage IE-9320-24T4X-A, the Essentials license covers Layer 2 and routed access, while Advantage adds advanced routing, virtualization, and policy-based segmentation features. Dual field-replaceable power supplies and fanless, convection cooling keep it serviceable in always-on industrial cabinets.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E is a Layer 3 managed 1U rack-mount rugged industrial switch with 24 Gigabit (10/100/1000M) copper data ports and four 1/10G SFP+ uplinks, running Cisco IOS XE with the perpetual Network Essentials license. Switching capacity is 128 Gbps and forwarding rate is 95.23 Mpps. It carries no Power over Ethernet, so all 24 copper access ports are data-only. Operating temperature ranges from -40 to 75°C depending on cabinet type, and the switch is fanless. It supports stacking of up to four switches managed as one system. It is used for copper data access of industrial and OT devices such as PLCs, HMIs, drives, industrial sensors, ruggedized IP cameras, and industrial wireless access points, with 1/10G fiber uplinks back to the aggregation layer.
Best For
The IE-9320-24T4X-E suits industrial access sites that connect copper-attached OT devices such as PLCs, HMIs, drives, and industrial sensors, need 1/10G fiber uplinks into the core, and run at the Network Essentials tier. Its 24 RJ45 Gigabit data ports provide dense copper access, and the four 1/10G SFP+ uplinks provide high-bandwidth backhaul. The fanless design and -40 to 75°C operating range fit factory floors, utility substations, and outdoor cabinets where copper cabling is already in place.
Not suitable if:
- you need to power industrial devices such as ruggedized IP cameras, wireless access points, or IP phones, since this is a data switch with no Power over Ethernet
- you need fiber SFP access ports for long cable runs, since this model provides copper RJ45 access ports
- you need PRP or HSR redundancy, since those are not supported on the IE-9320-24T4X
- you need advanced Layer 3 routing or segmentation such as BGP, EIGRP, VRF-lite, or TrustSec SGACL, since those require the Network Advantage tier
IE-9320-24T4X-E Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | Network Essentials |
| License Detail / MTBF | Network Essentials; MTBF 651,580 hours; 5-year limited hardware warranty |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 4x 1/10G SFP+ (downlinks: 24x 10/100/1000M RJ45 (data)) |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | Yes |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 95.23 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 (150W modules only): PWR-RGD-LOW-DC-H (150W, DC 24-60V, input 18-75V) or PWR-RGD-AC-DC-H (150W, AC 85-264V or 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 |
| Weight | 9.5 lb (4.3 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 (up to 1000 routes), OSPFv3, RIP, PBR |
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.
- 24T — 24T indicates twenty-four Gigabit copper RJ45 data ports with no Power over Ethernet.
- 4X — 4X indicates four 1/10G SFP+ uplink ports.
- E — E is the license suffix for the perpetual Network Essentials tier.
Add-ons
| Image | Part Number | Product Title | Price | Add to cart |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFP-H10GB-ACU10M | Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU10M Twinaxial Cable | $297.00 | ||
| SFP-H10GB-ACU7M | Cisco SFP-H10GB-ACU7M Twinaxial Cable | $261.00 | ||
| 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 | ||
| SFP-10G-LR | Cisco SFP-10G-LR 10GBASE-LR SFP+ Transceiver — 10 km | $1,515.00 | ||
| SFP-10G-ER | Cisco SFP-10G-ER Transceiver Module | $6,830.00 | ||
| GLC-BX-D | Cisco GLC-BX-D Transceiver Module | $942.00 | ||
| GLC-BX-U | Cisco GLC-BX-U Transceiver Module | $942.00 | ||
| SFP-10G-ZR | Cisco SFP-10G-ZR Transceiver Module | $8,433.00 | ||
| GLC-T-RGD | Cisco GLC-T-RGD= Transceiver Module | $300.00 | View | |
| SFP-10G-LR-X | Cisco SFP-10G-LR-X multirate 10GBASE-LR, 10GBASE-LW and OTU2e SFP+ Module | $1,599.00 |
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E support PoE?
No. The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E is a data switch, and all 24 copper RJ45 access ports carry no Power over Ethernet. It cannot power industrial devices such as ruggedized IP cameras or wireless access points. If you need PoE in the IE-9320 line, the IE-9320-24P4S and IE-9320-24P4X provide PoE+ up to 30 W per port, and the IE-9320-16P8U4X adds 4PPoE up to 90 W per port on its multigigabit ports, all subject to the shared PoE budget.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the IE-9320-24T4X-E use?
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E has four 1/10G SFP+ uplink ports; the four uplinks accept 1G or 10G optics. Its 24 access ports are copper RJ45 and do not take pluggable optics. 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/SFP+ modules are recommended for the full operating-temperature range; non-industrial (COM/EXT) optics require temperature derating. Transceivers are sold separately.
How many IE-9320-24T4X-E switches can you stack?
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E supports stacking of up to four switches managed as a single system. It stacks only with other stack-capable IE-9320 switches. The datasheet identifies two Cisco StackWise stacking ports and support for up to four stack members, but it does not specify stack bandwidth. Stacking is separate from industrial ring redundancy such as REP and MRP, which operate independently of the stack to protect ring topologies.
What are the operating temperature and environmental ratings of the IE-9320-24T4X-E?
Operating temperature is -40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F) in a blower-equipped cabinet, -40 to 70°C (-40 to 158°F) in a vented cabinet, and -40 to 60°C (-40 to 140°F) in a sealed cabinet. The switch is fanless and convection-cooled. It uses two field-replaceable modular PWR-RGD power supplies (150 W AC or DC modules) that run in redundant operation. It carries hazardous-location certifications (Class I Division 2 / Zone 2), meets industrial shock and vibration requirements, and is backed by a five-year Cisco limited hardware warranty.
What is the difference between the IE-9320-24T4X-E and the IE-9320-24T4X-A?
The two switches use identical hardware (24 Gigabit copper data ports, four 1/10G SFP+ uplinks, 128 Gbps switching, and up to four-member stacking) and differ only in license tier. The -E ships with perpetual Network Essentials, covering Layer 2 plus routed access such as static routing, OSPF for up to 1,000 routes, OSPFv3, RIP, and PBR, with MACsec-128. The -A 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-9320-24T4X-E require a subscription to operate?
No. The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E runs on its perpetual Network Essentials base license indefinitely. Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly Cisco DNA) Essentials and Advantage subscriptions add centralized management and automation, but they are optional. Base switching, routed access, and industrial protocols continue to operate without a subscription, including after any subscription term ends.
Is the Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E end of life?
No. Cisco has not published an End-of-Sale or End-of-Life hardware notice for the Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E. It is part of the current, actively shipping Cisco Catalyst IE9300 Rugged Series and is backed by a five-year Cisco limited hardware warranty, so it remains an available product.
What condition is the IE-9320-24T4X-E sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst IE-9320-24T4X-E 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 the five-year Cisco limited hardware warranty on the switch.