Cisco Catalyst WS-C2924M-XL Full English Product Description
1. Short Sales Title (For Quotation & E-commerce Listing)
Cisco WS-C2924M-XL Stackable Modular Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Switch, 24×10/100BASE-TX Auto-Sensing RJ45 Ports, 2 Hot-Swappable High-Speed Expansion Slots, Standard (-A) / Enterprise (-EN) IOS Software Editions, 1RU Rack-Mount Fanless Modular Workgroup Aggregator, Supports Fiber/Gigabit/ATM Expansion Modules, Cisco Switch Clustering, VLAN Trunking, QoS CoS, Ideal for Mid-Size Enterprise Campus Aggregation, Distributed Factory LANs, Multi-Branch Office Converged Voice/Data Networks
2. Official Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C2924M-XL is a legacy modular stackable Layer 2 Fast Ethernet switch within the Cisco Catalyst 2900 Series XL platform, designed for flexible, scalable enterprise LAN aggregation with expandable uplink media options unavailable on fixed-port WS-C2924-XL models. It delivers 24 fixed 10/100 copper access ports plus two open hot-swappable expansion slots for modular uplink cards, supporting 100M fiber, Gigabit Ethernet, multi-port copper or ATM modules to match diverse campus long-distance trunking requirements. Two software variants are offered: WS-C2924M-XL-A (Standard IOS) for basic office deployments and WS-C2924M-XL-EN (Enterprise IOS) with full ISL/802.1Q trunking, extended VLAN scaling and advanced utility/campus featuresCisco.
Model Suffix Breakdown
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2924M: Catalyst 2900 XL modular platform; 24 fixed Fast Ethernet ports + dual expansion slots (M = Modular)
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24: Twenty-four built-in 10/100 auto-sensing RJ45 copper downlink ports for end-user devices
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XL: Extended feature IOS platform with enlarged memory, switch stacking, enhanced QoS and expandable module support
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-A: Standard Edition IOS firmware; -EN: Enterprise Edition IOS with full advanced trunking and VLAN capabilities
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Modular design core differentiation: Two empty front expansion slots accept a full portfolio of WS-X29xx-XL uplink modules, enabling flexible fiber, Gigabit or ATM backbone connectivity
This 1RU all-metal IP30 fanless passive cooling chassis supports standard 19-inch rack mounting and standalone desktop deployment. It integrates Cisco Switch Clustering technology to stack multiple 2900 XL series switches under single unified management, simplifying capacity expansion across multi-building campus networks. All copper ports implement IEEE auto-negotiation for 10/100 speed, half/full duplex and auto MDI-X to eliminate crossover cable dependencies. Dual hot-swappable expansion slots allow field upgrades without full switch power cycles, a critical advantage for growing distributed LAN infrastructures.
Preloaded Cisco IOS 12.0 WC-series firmware delivers robust Layer 2 switching functions. Standard Edition includes core VLAN, QoS, SNMP and web management tools; Enterprise Edition unlocks dual ISL/802.1Q trunking, up to 250 VLANs, EtherChannel aggregation, NTP and enhanced RMON monitoring for converged voice-over-IP deployments with Cisco IP PhonesCisco.
Powered by industrial switching ASIC, 8MB DRAM and 2MB onboard flash memory, the WS-C2924M-XL provides 3.2 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity and 3.6 Mpps wire-speed forwarding rate for 64-byte frames, eliminating throughput bottlenecks for dense desktop and server aggregation topologies. Store-and-forward switching architecture prevents corrupted frame flooding across the broadcast domain.
3. Port & Industrial Hardware Specifications
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24 × 10/100BASE-TX RJ45 auto-sensing copper ports, auto MDI-X, IEEE 802.3x full-duplex flow control
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2 × hot-swappable high-speed modular expansion slots, compatible with full WS-X29xx-XL module lineup:
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WS-X2914-XL-V: 4×10/100 RJ45 copper ports
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WS-X2922-XL-V / WS-X2924-XL-V: 2 or 4×100BaseFX fiber ports
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WS-X2931-XL: 1×1000BaseX GBIC-based Gigabit uplink
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WS-X2932-XL: 1×1000BaseT copper Gigabit uplink
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1 × RJ45 RS232 serial console port for out-of-band CLI configuration
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Stacking capability: Cisco Switch Clustering to link multiple 2900 XL switches as a single logical managed unit
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Power supply options:
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AC variant: Internal fixed autoranging AC (100–240VAC 50/60Hz), max 90W idle; peak 170W with dual modules installed
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DC industrial variant: Dual redundant -36 ~ -72 VDC power feeds for factory/substation harsh environments
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Front panel multi-mode LED indicators: Per-port link/activity, duplex, speed, system health, expansion slot status
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Mounting options: 19-inch 1RU rack-mount brackets included, rubber feet for desktop standalone placement
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Thermal design: Fanless passive convection cooling for silent office/control room operation
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Environmental operating range: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F); storage -10°C to 65°C; humidity 10–85% non-condensing
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Safety & EMI certifications: CE, FCC Class A, CISPR 22 Class A, VCCI Class A, UL safety listed
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Physical dimensions: 445mm (W) × 44.5mm (H, 1RU) × 248mm (D)
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Unit weight: 6.12 kg (13.5 lbs) bare unit; 6.8 kg (15 lbs) with two expansion modules installed
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Warranty: Cisco Lifetime Limited Hardware Warranty
4. Layer 2 Switching, QoS & Redundancy Feature Matrix
Shared Standard & Enterprise Edition Base Features
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Up to 64 IEEE 802.1Q port-based VLANs (Standard); up to 250 VLANs (Enterprise)
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IEEE 802.1p CoS QoS with 4 priority egress queues for voice/video/data traffic prioritization
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IEEE 802.3ad EtherChannel static link aggregation for multi-port trunking across fixed ports and expansion modules
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IEEE 802.3x full-duplex flow control on all copper and fiber ports
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Auto-negotiation, auto MDI-X on all fixed access ports
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Port security with static MAC address locking and violation shutdown protection
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Broadcast/multicast storm control to suppress broadcast flooding DoS risks
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Cisco Switch Clustering unified multi-switch management
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RMON Groups 1,2,3,9 traffic monitoring; NTP time synchronization
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Multi-management access: CLI Telnet, embedded Cisco Visual Switch Manager (CVSM) web GUI, SNMP v1/v2c
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SPAN port mirroring for traffic capture and troubleshooting
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IEEE 802.1D STP Spanning Tree Protocol to eliminate Layer 2 loop risks
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BPDU guard to block rogue unmanaged switches from corrupting topology
Exclusive Enterprise Edition (-EN) Advanced Features
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Dual trunking standard support: Cisco proprietary ISL trunking + open IEEE 802.1Q VLAN trunking
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Extended VLAN scaling up to 250 VLANs for large campus segmentation
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Enhanced voice VLAN optimization for mass Cisco IP Phone deployments
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Layer 2 ACL filtering for granular port-level access control
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Cross-module trunk aggregation combining fixed copper and expansion fiber/Gigabit uplinks
5. Comprehensive Management Interfaces
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Local Out-of-Band: RJ45 RS232 serial console port for direct Cisco IOS CLI access without network connectivity
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Remote CLI: Telnet over IP with multi-level user password privilege separation
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Graphical Web GUI: Embedded Cisco Visual Switch Manager (CVSM) browser-based visual port and VLAN management
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SNMP v1/v2c: Standard enterprise monitoring integration with CiscoWorks, CWSI and third-party NMS platforms
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RMON Traffic Analytics: Built-in bandwidth statistics collection for fault diagnosis and capacity planning
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Local Storage: Onboard flash memory to store IOS operating image, startup-config and running-config files
6. Integrated Industrial & Enterprise Security Suite
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Multi-tier privilege CLI access with encrypted local password storage
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Port security: Static MAC binding, sticky dynamic MAC learning, port shutdown on unauthorized device detection
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STP BPDU guard and root guard to prevent rogue switch topology attacks
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Broadcast/multicast storm control to mitigate layer 2 flooding denial-of-service threats
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Isolated management VLAN capability to segregate switch control plane traffic from end-user data
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Disabled unused port security with automatic shutdown for unoccupied access ports
7. Typical Industrial & Enterprise Deployment Scenarios
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Mid-size manufacturing plant modular aggregation hub: 24 copper ports connect workshop PLCs, HMIs and inspection cameras; fiber expansion modules link geographically separated production zones over long single-mode fiber
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Enterprise campus building distribution layer switch: Gigabit expansion uplinks connect to core data center switches, switch clustering scales port density across multi-floor office blocks
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Indoor power utility substation secondary LAN node: DC power variant available for industrial 48VDC control cabinet deployments, fiber uplinks connect remote IED monitoring equipment
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Education campus central aggregation stack: Multiple WS-C2924M-XL clustered together, fiber expansion modules interconnect classroom building access switches
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Branch office converged voice/data aggregator: Enterprise Edition IOS prioritizes IP phone voice traffic via CoS QoS, modular Gigabit uplinks provide high-bandwidth WAN trunking
8. Standard Package Contents
1 × Cisco Catalyst WS-C2924M-XL Modular Fast Ethernet Switch (A Standard / EN Enterprise IOS variant per part number)
1 × AC power cord (DC power cord sold separately for DC industrial models)
1 × 19-inch 1RU rack mounting bracket kit
1 × RJ45-to-RS232 console rollover cable
Rubber desktop stand feet
Hardware installation guide & Cisco IOS configuration documentation
*Expansion uplink modules (WS-X29xx-XL) sold separately as optional accessories
Short Commercial Version (For Quotation & Product Catalog)
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C2924M-XL is a legacy fanless modular stackable 1RU Layer 2 Fast Ethernet aggregation switch from the Cisco 2900 XL Series, available in Standard (-A) and Enterprise (-EN) IOS software editions, equipped with 24×10/100BASE-TX auto-sensing non-PoE RJ45 copper ports plus two hot-swappable modular expansion slots supporting fiber, Gigabit Ethernet and ATM uplink cards. It supports rack/desktop silent passive cooling, optional dual-feed DC industrial power supply, and Cisco Switch Clustering multi-unit stacking, delivering 3.2 Gbps non-blocking switching capacity, up to 250 VLANs, IEEE 802.1p CoS QoS, STP, EtherChannel link aggregation, port security and multi-mode CLI/Web/SNMP management. Enterprise Edition adds dual ISL/802.1Q VLAN trunking for converged voice/data campus networks, ideal for mid-size enterprise distribution layers, factory modular LAN aggregation, education campus backbones and indoor utility substation IT deployments, backed by Cisco Lifetime Limited Hardware Warranty.
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