Name: C9400-LC-24XS Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 24 x Ports SFP+ 10GBase-T 1U Rack-mountable Line Card Expansion Module
Brand: Cisco
SKU: C9400-LC-24XS
Price: 2884.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 24-Port SFP+ Line Card adds significant 10G connectivity options for existing Catalyst 3850 switches. It fits into the chassis to boost port density with flexible fiber and copper support, making it a practical choice for scaling network performance in enterprise environments.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	C9400-LC-24XS
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	24
Number of Ports	24-Ports
Port Type	SFP+
Port Speed	10 Gbps
UpLink Ports	24 x 10G SFP+ (SFP+ ports)
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	1-4094
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, RIP, RIPng, OSPF, OSPFv3, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP, HSRP, GLBP, PIM-SM, PIM-DM, IGMP, MLD, Policy-Based Routing (PBR), Route Maps

Power & Cooling
Fans	None (chassis-cooled; fans provided by chassis)

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Product Description
This line card is designed to expand the port density of Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series switches, providing 24 additional 10G SFP+ ports. It’s commonly used in enterprise networks where increased uplink capacity and flexible fiber connections are needed. Built for network administrators and IT professionals managing growing data demands, this module integrates seamlessly to enhance switch capabilities without replacing the entire unit. Key Features Offers 24 SFP+ ports supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet speeds Fits into existing Catalyst 3850 chassis for easy upgrades Supports both fiber and copper connections for versatile setups Delivers reliable, high-performance networking for demanding applications Enables scalable growth without major hardware changes This expansion module is often deployed in data centers, campus networks, and large enterprise infrastructure. It allows for smooth scaling of network capacity while maintaining consistent switch management and performance.

Use Cases
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 24-Port SFP+ Line Card is primarily utilized in enterprise network environments requiring increased 10G connectivity within existing Catalyst 3850 chassis. It is ideal for IT departments managing high-density network infrastructures where scalability and integration of fiber and copper interfaces are critical for supporting diverse workloads. How It's Used: Expanding port capacity in enterprise campus networks to support escalating bandwidth demands from virtualization and unified communications. Integrating high-speed fiber connections within data center access layers to facilitate low-latency server-to-switch communication. Enhancing network topology in large branch offices requiring mixed media connectivity for both fiber and copper endpoints. Upgrading aggregation switches in metropolitan area networks (MANs) to handle increased traffic from multiple remote sites. Supporting storage area network (SAN) environments by providing reliable 10G SFP+ interfaces for storage cluster connectivity. This line card enables organizations to optimize existing switch platforms by delivering scalable 10G port density, thus improving network throughput and operational efficiency. By accommodating varied cabling infrastructure, it supports seamless network expansion aligned with evolving enterprise performance requirements.