Cisco Catalyst C3650-8X24PD-S Layer 3 switch featuring 24 Gigabit ports, 10G uplinks, and rack-mountable 1U form factor in black chassis

Enterprise-Grade Network Convergence with 10G Uplinks

The Cisco Catalyst C3650-8X24PD-S delivers powerful network performance through its comprehensive port configuration and advanced switching capabilities. The sleek 1U form factor houses 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports alongside dedicated 10G uplink ports, enabling seamless high-speed connectivity across your enterprise infrastructure. Built on Cisco's UADP ASIC architecture, this switch provides unified wired and wireless policy enforcement while supporting advanced features like PoE+ and stackable deployment options. The switch's intelligent design incorporates redundant power supplies and field-replaceable fans, ensuring maximum uptime for mission-critical networks. With support for both fiber and copper connections, plus advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities, this switch serves as a robust foundation for modern enterprise networks requiring reliable, high-performance connectivity.

Technical Specifications

  • 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support
  • 4 dedicated 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink slots
  • StackWise-160 technology for unified management

Applications

  • Enterprise campus network deployment
  • Converged wired-wireless access layer implementation
  • High-density PoE device connectivity solutions

Product details

General Information
Manufacturer

Cisco Systems, Inc

Manufacturer Part Number

WS-C3650-8X24PD-S

Brand Name

Cisco

Product Line

Catalyst

Product Series

3650

Product Model

C3650-8X24PD-S

Product Name

Catalyst C3650-8X24PD-S Layer 3 Switch

Product Type

Layer 3 Switch

Interfaces/Ports
Total Number of Network Ports

24

Uplink Port

Yes

Modular

Yes

Stack Port

Yes

Port/Expansion Slot Details

16 x Gigabit Ethernet Stack
2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink
8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Stack

Media & Performance
Media Type Supported

Optical Fiber
Twisted Pair

Ethernet Technology

Gigabit Ethernet
10 Gigabit Ethernet

Network Technology

10GBase-X
1000Base-T

I/O Expansions
Number of Total Expansion Slots

4

Expansion Slot Type

SFP+

Shared SFP Slot

No

Number of SFP+ Slots

4

Network & Communication
Layer Supported

3

Management & Protocols
Manageable

Yes

Power Description
Power Source

Power Supply

Redundant Power Supply Supported

Yes

Physical Characteristics
Compatible Rack Unit

1U

Form Factor

Rack-mountable

Height

1.7''

Width

17.5''

Depth

19.1''

Weight (Approximate)

16.71 lb

Included in the Box

  • icon_list|catalyst switch|Catalyst Switch Main unit icon

    Catalyst Switch

  • icon_list|Power cord|Power Cable Power cord icon

    Power Cord

  • icon_list|rack mount kit|Rack Mount Kit Mounting bracket icon

    Rack Mount Kit

  • icon_list|console cable|Console Cable 5-in-1 cable icon

    Console Cable

  • icon_list|quick start guide|Quick Start Guide Documentation icon

    Quick Start Guide

FAQs

What are the key features of the Cisco Catalyst C3650-8X24PD-S Layer 3 Switch?
The Cisco Catalyst C3650-8X24PD-S is a feature-rich Layer 3 switch offering 24 network ports, including 8x10 Gigabit Ethernet and 16x Gigabit Ethernet stack ports, plus 2x10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports. It features Cisco's Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) ASIC for uniform wired-wireless policy enforcement, supports full IEEE 802.3at PoE+ and Cisco UPOE, and includes StackWise-160 technology. The switch comes with modular and field-replaceable redundant fans and power supplies, and has a compact 12-inch depth form factor ideal for tight wiring closets.
What are the port configurations available on this switch?
The Cisco Catalyst C3650-8X24PD-S offers a comprehensive port configuration including: 16 Gigabit Ethernet stack ports, 8 10-Gigabit Ethernet stack ports, and 2 10-Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports. Additionally, it features 4 SFP+ expansion slots for additional connectivity options. The switch supports both optical fiber and twisted pair media types, with network technologies including 10GBase-X and 1000Base-T.
What are the physical specifications and mounting options for this switch?
The Cisco Catalyst C3650-8X24PD-S is a 1U rack-mountable switch with dimensions of 1.7" height, 17.5" width, and 19.1" depth. It weighs approximately 16.71 lb. The switch features a compact form factor with a 12-inch depth, making it particularly suitable for installation in tight wiring closets in remote branches and offices where space is limited.
What power and redundancy features does this switch support?
The switch supports redundant power supplies for enhanced reliability and includes modular, field-replaceable redundant fans. It provides full IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) and Cisco Universal Power over Ethernet (Cisco UPOE) capabilities. The modular power supply design allows for easy maintenance and replacement, ensuring continuous operation in critical network environments.
What management and networking capabilities does the switch offer?
As a Layer 3 switch, the Catalyst C3650-8X24PD-S offers advanced management capabilities and is fully manageable through Cisco's network management tools. It features the Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) ASIC, enabling uniform wired-wireless policy enforcement, application visibility, and optimization. The switch supports both Gigabit and 10 Gigabit Ethernet technologies and can be integrated into a stack using Cisco StackWise-160 technology.

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