Cisco Catalyst 1200-24T-4G Smart Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 1200-24T-4G is a rack-mountable smart managed switch designed for small-to-medium enterprise networks requiring reliable Layer 3 switching performance. This 24-port Gigabit switch combines 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 x Gigabit SFP uplinks, delivering wire-speed, nonblocking throughput for demanding network environments. Built for organizations seeking cost-effective network infrastructure with advanced management capabilities, the Catalyst 1200 Series switch provides the performance and flexibility needed for growing business networks.
Key Features
- 24 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed connectivity
- 4 x Gigabit SFP uplink ports for flexible fiber or copper uplink options
- Wire-speed, nonblocking architecture ensures consistent performance
- Layer 3 (L3) smart managed switching with advanced routing capabilities
- Rack-mountable 1U form factor for space-efficient data center deployment
- Enterprise-grade management features including VLAN support and QoS
- Low power consumption optimized for cost-effective operations
- Cisco IOS Software for reliable, industry-standard network management
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco |
| Product Series |
Catalyst 1200 Series |
| Part Number |
C1200-24T-4G |
| Switch Type |
Smart Managed, Layer 3 |
| Port Configuration |
24 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet + 4 x Gigabit SFP |
| Total Throughput |
Wire-speed, nonblocking |
| Form Factor |
Rack-mountable (1U) |
| Management |
Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP |
| Switching Fabric |
High-performance, nonblocking architecture |
| Power Supply |
Single internal power supply |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco Catalyst 1200-24T-4G used for?
The Catalyst 1200-24T-4G is ideal for small-to-medium business networks, branch offices, and campus environments requiring a reliable, managed Layer 3 switch with 24 Gigabit ports and flexible uplink options for core network connectivity.
How many ports does this smart switch have?
This smart managed switch features 24 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports for end-device connectivity, plus 4 x Gigabit SFP uplink ports for high-speed backbone or redundant uplink connections.
Is the Catalyst 1200 a Layer 3 switch?
Yes, the Catalyst 1200-24T-4G is a Layer 3 smart managed switch, providing advanced routing capabilities, VLAN support, and QoS features for enterprise-grade network segmentation and traffic management.
Can this rack-mountable switch handle wire-speed performance?
Yes, the Catalyst 1200-24T-4G delivers wire-speed, nonblocking throughput across all ports, ensuring consistent, high-performance data transmission without bottlenecks in your network infrastructure.
