Cisco Catalyst 9300 24-Port PoE Network Essentials | Enterprise, Layer 3 — CON-L24HR-C1C68X4G

Keep critical edge services connected with a switch designed for modern access-layer demands. The Catalyst 9300 24-port PoE model delivers powered connectivity for phones, wireless access points, and other endpoint devices while giving network teams the control expected from Cisco’s enterprise switching line. Network Essentials provides the operational baseline for organizations that need dependable access switching without unnecessary complexity. Layer 3 support helps segment traffic closer to the edge, which can reduce pressure on upstream devices and improve network design flexibility in campus and branch environments. With 24 PoE ports, this model is sized for deployments that value density, clean cabling, and centralized power delivery. Compared with lower-tier access switches, the 9300 family is typically chosen when uptime, policy consistency, and lifecycle planning matter. It is a strong fit for teams standardizing on Cisco across the campus edge and looking for a platform that can support current needs while leaving room for disciplined growth. Ideal For Campus access switch for wireless and voice endpoints Branch office closet with 24 powered devices Enterprise floor switch for segmented user networks Retail or healthcare edge deployment requiring managed PoE Why This Product 1 24 PoE ports suit focused access deployments with fewer endpoints 2 Layer 3 support adds routing flexibility at the edge 3 Network Essentials targets standardized enterprise operations 4 Catalyst 9300 is a stronger long-term platform than entry access switches