Model: C1300-24P-4G
from $713.95
The Cisco Catalyst C1300-24P-4G is a 24-port Gigabit PoE+ compliant managed network switch designed for reliable and efficient network connectivity. Featuring 24 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports with a 195W power budget and 4 SFP Gigabit Ethernet ports, this switch offers versatile connectivity for various devices. With a switching bandwidth of 56 Gb/s, a forwarding rate of 41.66 Mpps, and support for Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, it provides robust performance for small to medium-sized business networks requiring power over Ethernet capabilities and advanced management features.
For home use, a simple unmanaged Gigabit switch is all you need to expand your router's ports. Buy a managed switch or a switch with PoE only if you are running security cameras, access points, or complex VLAN setups. Available from $713.95.
Basic unmanaged network switches use negligible power and have zero maintenance costs. PoE (Power over Ethernet) and large managed switches use more electricity but are still relatively cheap to run.
Common Failure Modes
Switches are solid-state devices with high reliability. When they fail, it is usually due to lightning strikes/power surges blowing individual ports or the internal power supply dying.
For home use, a simple unmanaged Gigabit switch is all you need to expand your router's ports. Buy a managed switch or a switch with PoE only if you are running security cameras, access points, or complex VLAN setups.
Network switches are extremely reliable solid-state devices. They are usually replaced because networking speed standards outgrow them, rather than due to hardware failure.
The Cisco Catalyst C1300-24P-4G 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ Compliant Managed Network Switch (195W) is available at bhphoto, starting at $713.95.
Basic unmanaged network switches use negligible power and have zero maintenance costs. PoE (Power over Ethernet) and large managed switches use more electricity but are still relatively cheap to run.
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