Description:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-24PS-L Ethernet PoE+ Switch is used in enterprise network infrastructures to provide Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with integrated Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) for connected network devices. This managed switch features 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ capability and four 1 Gigabit uplink ports, allowing it to deliver both network connectivity and electrical power to devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras. Designed for campus and enterprise access layer deployments, it supports centralized network management, traffic prioritization, and scalable switching performance. Network administrators and system integrators commonly deploy this switch for repair, retrofit, expansion, or replacement in enterprise LAN environments and managed IT infrastructures.

Applications:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-24PS-L switch is commonly used in enterprise campus networks, corporate offices, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities where reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and PoE-powered device support are required. It is typically installed in network closets or distribution cabinets to connect workstations, wireless access points, VoIP phones, and IP surveillance cameras while supporting secure network segmentation and centralized network management.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C3650-24PS-L
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3650
• Total Ports: 24 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at PoE+
• PoE Power Budget: Up to 390 W (depending on power supply configuration)
• Uplink Ports: 4 × 1 Gigabit SFP uplink ports
• Switching Capacity: Up to 160 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 41.67 Mpps
• Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
• Stack Technology: Cisco StackWise-160 support
• Network Management: CLI, SNMP, Web-based management, Cisco management tools
• VLAN Support: IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
• Quality of Service (QoS): Advanced traffic prioritization
• Mounting Type: Rack-mountable (1U form factor)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C

Common Replacements:

• Cisco Catalyst C9300-24P-E 24-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960X-24PS-L 24-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco CBS350-24P-4G Managed Gigabit PoE Switch