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Cisco Catalyst 9300
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  • Status: Supported
  • Category: Network
  • Type: Switch
  • Family: Catalyst 9000 Series
  • OEM: Cisco

Release Date:

2017

End of Life (EOL):

Date Not Published

End of Service Life (EOSL):

Date Not Published

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Product Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series is a stackable, enterprise-grade access switch designed for high-performance networking. It is part of Cisco’s Catalyst 9000 family, offering advanced security, scalability, and programmability for modern networks. These switches support SD-Access (Software-Defined Access) and provide multigigabit Ethernet, PoE (Power over Ethernet), and advanced threat detection capabilities.

The Catalyst 9300 is widely used in enterprise campuses, branch offices, and IoT deployments, providing reliable connectivity for wired and wireless devices.

Technical Specifications

FeatureSpecification
ArchitectureFixed configuration stackable switches
Port Options24/48 ports with various combinations of 1G, 2.5G, 5G, 10G BASE-T and SFP/SFP+
PoE OptionsNon-PoE, PoE+, and UPOE (up to 90W per port) variants
StackingStackWise-320 technology with up to 8 switches per stack
Forwarding RateUp to 176 Gbps
Switching CapacityUp to 1.2 Tbps
Memory4 GB DRAM, 8 GB Flash
Operating SystemCisco IOS XE (supports REST APIs and model-driven programmability)
Security FeaturesMACsec encryption, TrustSec, Secure Boot, Hardware-based Trust Anchor
ManagementCisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, RESTCONF/NETCONF

Competitive Comparison

FeatureCisco Catalyst 9300HPE Aruba 2930FJuniper EX3400
Port Speeds1G/2.5G/5G/10G1G/10G1G/10G
Stacking TechnologyStackWise-320 (320Gbps)IRF StackingVirtual Chassis
SecurityMACsec, TrustSec, Encrypted Traffic AnalyticsDynamic SegmentationMACsec, Junos OS security
ManagementCisco DNA CenterAruba CentralJuniper Mist
SDN SupportSD-Access, OpenFlowLimitedContrail

Catalyst 9300 Series Models

ModelPort ConfigurationSpeedPoE Support
C9300-24T24 x 1G RJ451GNo
C9300-48T48 x 1G RJ451GNo
C9300-24U24 x 1G RJ451GPoE+
C9300-48U48 x 1G RJ451GPoE+
C9300-24UX24 x Multigigabit (1G/2.5G/5G/10G)Up to 10GUPOE+
C9300-48UXM48 x Multigigabit (1G/2.5G/5G/10G)Up to 10GUPOE+
C9300-24S24 x SFP+10GNo
C9300-48S48 x SFP+10GNo

Key Features

  • Intent-Based Networking: Supports Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation
  • Advanced Security: Hardware-based Trust Anchor, Secure Boot, and MACsec encryption
  • Multigigabit Ethernet: Supports 1G/2.5G/5G/10G for high-speed connectivity
  • StackWise-320: High-bandwidth stacking with up to 8 switches
  • UPOE+: Up to 90W per port for powering devices like IP cameras and wireless APs
  • IoT Ready: Supports Cisco Cyber Vision for IoT security
  • Modular OS: Cisco IOS XE with container-based application hosting

Applications

  • Enterprise Campus Networks: High-density access layer switching for offices and buildings
  • IoT Deployments: Power and connect IoT devices with UPOE+ and multigigabit support
  • Branch Offices: Secure, scalable networking with SD-Access capabilities
  • Converged Networks: Unified wired and wireless management through Cisco DNA
  • Smart Buildings: Support for IP cameras, digital signage, and access points
  • High-Performance Computing: 10G connectivity for demanding applications

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