Cisco Catalyst C1300-24MGP-4X network switch Managed L2/L3 Power over Ethernet (PoE) Grey

What it is

The Cisco Catalyst 1300-24MGP-4X is a managed switch featuring 24 ports—16 standard Gigabit Ethernet and 8 ports supporting 2.5 Gigabit speeds—with PoE capability and four 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks. It includes Cisco's Limited Lifetime Protection.

Who it's for

This switch is designed for larger small to medium-sized networks requiring a higher port count and mixed speed options, with power delivery to connected devices like wireless access points, IP phones, or cameras.

Why it's good

The 2.5 Gigabit ports provide a cost-effective upgrade over standard gigabit while PoE support simplifies device wiring. Four 10 Gigabit uplinks allow for solid network backbone or aggregation layer connectivity, fitting well into growing or performance-conscious setups.

When to choose it

Consider this switch when you need a reliable, larger Cisco-managed device offering a blend of gigabit and 2.5 gigabit port speeds with PoE and potent uplinks. It suits offices where device power and bandwidth requirements are increasing but full 10G per port isn't necessary.

Check with Creative Systems to ensure this switch matches your network needs and to confirm current availability.