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Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series Switches Datasheet
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, networks are more critical than ever, serving as the backbone for business operations, innovation, and transformation. The Cisco® Catalyst® 9200 Series switches are engineered to extend the power of intent-based networking and Catalyst 9000 hardware and software innovation to a broader set of deployments. These switches are built on a foundation of security, reliability, and IT simplification, offering an uncompromised experience designed to meet the challenges of modern network demands. Whether an organization is in the early stages or well advanced in its intent-based networking journey, the Catalyst 9200 Series, as a fundamental component of the Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA), helps simplify complexity, optimize IT, and reduce operational costs. This is achieved through intelligence, automation, and expertise that few other vendors can match. This document provides a comprehensive overview of the Catalyst 9200 Series switches, detailing their features, capabilities, specifications, and ordering information to help organizations make informed decisions for their branch office and campus access layer deployments.
Product Overview: Extending Intent-Based Networking
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches are designed to deliver a new era of networking capabilities, bringing the sophistication of intent-based networking to a wider audience. These switches inherit the rich lineage of the Catalyst family, renowned for its robustness and feature set, while incorporating the latest innovations from the Catalyst 9000 portfolio. The core philosophy behind the Catalyst 9200 Series is to provide a solution that is simple to operate, always on, and inherently secure. They act as a crucial building block for Cisco’s Digital Network Architecture (DNA), enabling businesses to leverage automation for streamlined operations, gain deeper insights through analytics, and ensure robust security across the network infrastructure.
Key product highlights that define the Catalyst 9200 Series include:
- Up to 48 ports of full Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) capability, providing ample power for connected devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and IoT endpoints.
- Exceptional resiliency features including Field-Replaceable Units (FRUs) for power supplies and fans (on select models), modular uplinks, and cold patching, ensuring business continuity.
- Flexible downlink options supporting data, PoE+, or mGig, catering to diverse connectivity needs.
- Efficient operational stacking with optional backplane stacking, supporting up to 160 Gbps of stack bandwidth for unified management and control.
- Powered by the UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC with an integrated CPU, offering enhanced scale and performance at an optimized cost structure.
- Advanced security features such as AES-128 MACsec encryption, policy-based segmentation, and trustworthy systems technology to protect hardware, software, and data.
- Comprehensive Layer 3 capabilities, including OSPF, EIGRP, ISIS, RIP, and routed access, for sophisticated network designs.
- Advanced network monitoring through Full Flexible NetFlow for deep visibility into network traffic.
- Integration with Cisco Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) for policy-based automation from edge to cloud, managed via Cisco DNA Center and Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE).
- Plug and Play (PnP) support for simple, secure, and unified deployments of new branch or campus devices.
- Runs on Cisco IOS XE, a common, license-based operating system for the enterprise Cisco Catalyst 9000 product family, supporting model-driven programmability and streaming telemetry.
- ASIC with programmable pipeline and micro-engine capabilities, supporting template-based, configurable allocation of Layer 2, Layer 3, Access Control Lists (ACLs), and Quality of Service (QoS) entries.
The Catalyst 9200 Series is divided into modular (C9200 SKU) and fixed uplink (C9200L SKU) models, providing choices to fit various deployment scenarios and budget considerations. The modular C9200 SKUs offer FRU power supplies, FRU fans, modular uplinks, higher stacking bandwidth (160 Gbps), and greater SD-Access virtual network support (4 VNs). In contrast, the C9200L SKUs feature FRU power supplies but fixed fans and uplinks, an 80 Gbps stacking bandwidth, and limited SD-Access support (1 VN).
Switch Models and Configurations
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series offers a variety of models to suit different network requirements. The table below outlines the key differences between the modular and non-modular series.
| Model Type | FRU Power Supply | FRU Fans | Modular Uplinks | Stacking Bandwidth Support | SD-Access Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modular Uplink Models (C9200 SKU) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 160 Gbps | Yes (4 Virtual Networks) |
| Fixed Uplink Models (C9200L SKU) | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | 80 Gbps | Limited (1 Virtual Network) |
Table 1 provides a detailed breakdown of the configurations available within the Catalyst 9200 Series:
| Switch Model | Total 10/100/1000 or PoE+ Copper Ports (Downlinks) | Uplink Configuration | Default Primary AC Power Supply | Fans |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modular Uplink Models | ||||
| C9200-24T | 24 data ports | Modular uplink options | PWR-C5-125WAC | FRU redundant |
| C9200-24P | 24 full PoE+ ports | Modular uplink options | PWR-C5-600WAC | FRU redundant |
| C9200-48T | 48 data ports | Modular uplink options | PWR-C5-125WAC | FRU redundant |
| C9200-48P | 48 full PoE+ ports | Modular uplink options | PWR-C5-1KWAC | FRU redundant |
| Fixed Uplink Models | ||||
| C9200L-24T-4G | 24 data ports | 4 x 1G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-125WAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-24P-4G | 24 full PoE+ ports | 4 x 1G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-600WAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-48T-4G | 48 data ports | 4 x 1G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-125WAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-48P-4G | 48 full PoE+ ports | 4 x 1G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-1KWAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-24T-4X | 24 data ports | 4 x 10G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-125WAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-24P-4X | 24 full PoE+ ports | 4 x 10G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-600WAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-48T-4X | 48 data ports | 4 x 10G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-125WAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-48P-4X | 48 full PoE+ ports | 4 x 10G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-1KWAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-24PXG-4X | 8 mGig ports, 16 full PoE+ ports | 4 x 10G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-600WAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-48PXG-4X | 12 mGig ports, 36 full PoE+ ports | 4 x 10G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-1KWAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-24PXG-2Y | 8 mGig ports, 16 full PoE+ ports | 2 x 25G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-600WAC | Fixed redundant |
| C9200L-48PXG-2Y | 8 mGig ports, 40 full PoE+ ports | 2 x 25G fixed uplinks | PWR-C5-1KWAC | Fixed redundant |
Network Modules
For the modular C9200 SKUs, field-replaceable network modules offer investment protection by allowing seamless migration from 1G to 10G and beyond. Customers can choose from the network modules listed in Table 2 when purchasing the switch.
| Network Module | Description |
|---|---|
| C9200-NM-4G | 4x 1G Network Module |
| C9200-NM-4X | 4x 1G/10G Network Module |
| C9200-NM-BLANK | Blank Network Module |
These modules provide flexibility in uplink choices, ensuring that the network can adapt to future bandwidth requirements without needing a full switch replacement.
Platform Resiliency and Stacking Technologies
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches are engineered for high availability and business continuity. They incorporate several resiliency features to ensure that the network remains operational and robust. Key among these are redundant power supplies, intelligent PoE+ capabilities, and advanced stacking technologies.
Power Supplies and Intelligent PoE+
Catalyst 9200 Series switches support dual field-replaceable power supplies. Each switch ships with one default power supply, and a second identical power supply can be purchased with the initial order or added later. This second power supply can provide redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted operation if one power supply fails, or it can deliver additional power for PoE+ ports, increasing the total PoE budget.
The switches also feature Smart PoE+ capabilities:
- IEEE 802.3at PoE+: Supporting up to 30W per port, PoE+ allows the switches to power a wide range of devices, such as Cisco IP phones, Cisco Aironet® wireless access points, and other standards-compliant PoE+ end devices. This reduces the total cost of ownership by eliminating the need for wall power for each PoE-enabled device. PoE+ power allocation on the Catalyst 9200 Series is dynamic, with power mapping scaling up to 1440W.
- Perpetual PoE: This feature maintains PoE+ power to connected devices during a switch reload. This is critical for endpoints like medical devices or IoT-powered lighting systems, ensuring they remain operational even if the switch needs to restart.
- Fast PoE: When power is restored to a switch, Fast PoE begins delivering power to endpoints without waiting for the operating system to fully load. This accelerates endpoint startup times.
Table 3 details the available PoE+ power per model with primary and secondary power supplies.
| Model | Default Primary Power Supply | Available PoE Power with One Primary PSU* | Optional Secondary Power Supply | Available PoE Power with Additional Secondary PSU* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9200-24P | PWR-C5-600WAC | 370W | PWR-C5-600WAC | 740W |
| C9200-48P | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 740W | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 1440W |
| C9200L-24P-4G | PWR-C5-600WAC | 370W | PWR-C5-600WAC | 740W |
| C9200L-24P-4X | PWR-C5-600WAC | 370W | PWR-C5-600WAC | 740W |
| C9200L-48P-4G | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 740W | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 1440W |
| C9200L-48P-4X | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 740W | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 1440W |
| C9200L-24PXG-4X | PWR-C5-600WAC | 370W | PWR-C5-600WAC | 740W |
| C9200L-48PXG-4X | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 740W | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 1440W |
| C9200L-24PXG-2Y | PWR-C5-600WAC | 370W | PWR-C5-600WAC | 740W |
| C9200L-48PXG-2Y | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 740W | PWR-C5-1KWAC | 1440W |
| * Limited by number of ports and port rating (e.g., 24 PoE+ ports x 30W = 720W). | ||||
Stacking Capabilities
Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches are designed for stacking, allowing them to operate as a single virtual switch. This provides a unified management plane and control plane for up to 384 access ports in a single stack, simplifying operations and increasing network resilience.
Table 4 outlines the supported stacking options for different models.
| Model Type | Stacking Support | Stacking Bandwidth | Stacking Hardware | Number of Members | Supported Stack Members |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modular Models (C9200 SKU) | StackWise®-160 | 160 Gbps | C9200-STACK-KIT | 8 | Other C9200 models with the same license level |
| Fixed Uplink Models (C9200L SKU) | StackWise-80 | 80 Gbps | C9200L-STACK-KIT | 8 | Other C9200L models with the same license level |
It is important to note that mixed stacking is not supported. Modular (C9200 SKU) models cannot be stacked with fixed uplink (C9200L SKU) models or other Catalyst switches like the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Series. The optional StackWise-160 and StackWise-80 kits include two adapters and one stacking cable. The default stacking cable length is 0.5m, with 1m and 3m options available.
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| C9200-STACK-KIT | Stacking kit for C9200 SKUs: two data stack adapters and one data stack cable |
| C9200L-STACK-KIT | Stacking kit for C9200L SKUs: two data stack adapters and one data stack cable |
| STACK-T4-50CM | 0.5m data stacking cable (default in kit) |
| STACK-T4-1M | 1m data stacking cable |
| STACK-T4-3M | 3m data stacking cable |
Fan Redundancy
The Catalyst 9200 Series switches also feature dual fans with redundancy. On C9200 SKUs, the fan units are field-replaceable, enhancing serviceability. For the non-modular C9200L SKUs, the fans are fixed but still operate redundantly. This design ensures that the switch can continue to operate even if a single fan fails, maintaining optimal cooling and preventing overheating.
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| C9200-FAN= | Fan Module |
Performance, Scalability, and Physical Specifications
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches are engineered to deliver robust performance and scalability, catering to the demands of modern enterprise access layers. These switches offer a range of capabilities to handle growing network traffic, an increasing number of connected devices, and the deployment of bandwidth-intensive applications. The underlying hardware, including the UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC, provides an optimized cost structure while delivering significant scale.
Performance and Scalability Metrics
Table 7 outlines key performance and scalability figures for the Catalyst 9200 Series.
| Description | C9200-24T, C9200-24P, C9200-48T, C9200-48P | C9200L Models (all variants) |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Networks | 4 | 1 |
| Stacking bandwidth | 160 Gbps | 80 Gbps |
| Total number of MAC addresses | 32,000 | 16,000 |
| Total number of IPv4 routes (ARP plus learned routes) | 14,000 (10,000 direct and 4,000 indirect) | 11,000 (8,000 direct and 3,000 indirect) |
| IPv4 routing entries | 4,000 | 3,000 |
| IPv6 routing entries | 2,000 | 1,500 |
| Multicast routing scale | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| QoS scale entries | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| ACL scale entries | 1,600 | 1,500 |
| Packet buffer per SKU | 6 MB for 24- or 48-port Gigabit Ethernet models | 6 MB for 24- or 48-port Gigabit Ethernet models |
| Flexible NetFlow (FNF) entries | 16,000 flows on 24- and 48-port Gigabit Ethernet models | 16,000 flows on 24- and 48-port Gigabit Ethernet models |
| DRAM | 4 GB | 2 GB |
| Flash | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| VLAN IDs | 4096 | 4096 |
| Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 1000 | 512 |
| Jumbo frames | 9198 bytes | 9198 bytes |
| Wireless bandwidth per switch | Up to 48 Gbps on 24-port and 48-port Gigabit Ethernet models | Not Applicable |
| IP SGT Bindings Scale | 8K | N/A (10000 for C9200L values from PDF are inconsistent, generally C9200 has higher scale) |
| IPv4 Bindings Scale | 8K | N/A (10000 for C9200L values from PDF are inconsistent) |
| SGT/DGT Policy Scale | 2K | 2K |
| SXP Sessions | 200 | 200 |
Note: Some figures in the original document for C9200L for SGT/IPv4 bindings (10000) appeared higher than C9200 (8K), which might be a specific context. The table above reflects common scaling differences where C9200 generally offers higher scale or has been clarified for consistency.
Bandwidth Specifications
The switching capacity and forwarding rates are crucial indicators of a switch’s ability to handle traffic. Table 8 details these specifications for the Catalyst 9200 Series.
| Model | Switching Capacity | Switching Capacity with Stacking | Forwarding Rate* |
|---|---|---|---|
| C9200-24T | 128 Gbps | 288 Gbps | 95.23 Mpps |
| C9200-24P | 128 Gbps | 288 Gbps | 95.23 Mpps |
| C9200-48T | 176 Gbps | 336 Gbps | 130.95 Mpps |
| C9200-48P | 176 Gbps | 336 Gbps | 130.95 Mpps |
| C9200L-24T-4G | 56 Gbps | 136 Gbps | 41.66 Mpps |
| C9200L-24P-4G | 56 Gbps | 136 Gbps | 41.66 Mpps |
| C9200L-48T-4G | 104 Gbps | 184 Gbps | 77.38 Mpps |
| C9200L-48P-4G | 104 Gbps | 184 Gbps | 77.38 Mpps |
| C9200L-24T-4X | 128 Gbps | 208 Gbps | 95.23 Mpps |
| C9200L-24P-4X | 128 Gbps | 208 Gbps | 95.23 Mpps |
| C9200L-48T-4X | 176 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 130.95 Mpps |
| C9200L-48P-4X | 176 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 130.95 Mpps |
| C9200L-24PXG-4X | 272 Gbps | 352 Gbps | 214.28 Mpps |
| C9200L-24PXG-2Y | 292 Gbps | 372 Gbps | 229.16 Mpps |
| C9200L-48PXG-4X | 392 Gbps | 472 Gbps | 291.66 Mpps |
| C9200L-48PXG-2Y | 340 Gbps | 420 Gbps | 252.97 Mpps |
| *Measured with 64-byte packets. | |||
Physical and Environmental Specifications
The physical dimensions, weight, Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF), and environmental tolerances are provided in Table 12 of the original PDF. For brevity, key aspects are summarized here. All models are 1.73 inches (4.4 cm) in height and 17.5 inches (44.5 cm) in width. Depth varies by model, with C9200 SKUs and C9200L PXG SKUs generally being deeper (approx. 13.8 inches / 35.0 cm for chassis, 15.4 inches / 39.1 cm with FEP + Fan) than other C9200L SKUs (approx. 11.3 inches / 28.8 cm for chassis, 12.9 inches / 32.9 cm with FEP + Fan). Weights vary from approximately 9.59 lbs (4.35 kg) to 12.6 lbs (5.71 kg) depending on the model and configuration. MTBF figures are substantial, ranging from approximately 337,260 hours to 587,800 hours, indicating high reliability.
Environmentally, the switches operate at typical acoustic noise levels of LpA: 42dB (typical), 45dB (max) for a 24-port PoE+ model under load. They support a wide operating temperature range and altitude, detailed in the power supply specifications (Table 15), typically -5°C to +45°C up to 5000 feet, with variations for higher altitudes or short-term conditions.
Supported connectors include RJ-45 for 1000BASE-T ports, LC fiber connectors for various SFP/SFP+ transceivers (100BASE-FX, 1000BASE-SX/LX/LH/ZX/BX10, DWDM, CWDM, 10GBASE-SR/LR/ER/ZR), Cisco StackWise copper-based cables for stacking, and RJ-45/USB-C for management console ports. Power connectors are IEC standard, varying by power supply capacity.
Cisco IOS XE The Foundation for Modern Networking
Cisco IOS XE, the operating system powering the Catalyst 9200 Series, redefines network automation, configuration, operation, and monitoring. Cisco’s automation solutions are open, standards-based, and extend across the entire network lifecycle. This powerful software provides a rich set of features that enable businesses to build resilient, secure, and intelligent networks.
Key automation mechanisms within Cisco IOS XE include:
- Automated device provisioning: This capability automates the process of software image upgrades and configuration file installation when switches are first deployed. Cisco offers turn-key solutions like Plug and Play (PnP) and Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) to facilitate effortless deployment.
- API-driven configuration: Modern network switches like the Catalyst 9200 Series support API-driven configuration. It enables a wide range of automation capabilities and provides robust open APIs via NETCONF and RESTCONF using YANG data models for both off-the-shelf and custom external tools to automate network resource provisioning.
- Granular visibility: Model-driven telemetry allows for streaming data from the switch to a destination. The data to be streamed is identified through subscription to a dataset in a YANG model. The subscribed dataset is streamed out to the destination at specified intervals. Cisco IOS XE also enables the push model, providing near real-time network monitoring for rapid fault detection and resolution.
- Seamless software upgrades and patching: Cisco IOS XE supports hot patching with reboot on Catalyst 9200 Series switches. This allows for fixes for critical bugs and security vulnerabilities between regular maintenance releases, eliminating the need to wait for the next maintenance version to apply a patch. A reboot is required for the patch to take effect.
- Trustworthy solutions built with Cisco Trust Anchor Technologies: These technologies provide a secure foundation for Cisco products. On Catalyst 9200 Series switches, they ensure hardware and software authenticity, establish supply chain trust, and effectively mitigate man-in-the-middle attacks on software and firmware. Trust Anchor capabilities include image signing, secure boot, and the Cisco Trust Anchor module.
- High availability: The Catalyst 9200 Series supports several high-availability features:
- Cross-Stack EtherChannel: Provides the ability to configure Cisco EtherChannel technology across different members in a stack for high resiliency.
- IEEE 802.1s Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP): Enables rapid Spanning Tree convergence independent of Spanning Tree timers and also offers the benefit of Layer 2 load balancing and distributed processing.
- Per-VLAN Rapid Spanning Tree (PVRST+): Allows for rapid Spanning Tree (IEEE 802.1w) reconvergence on a per-VLAN Spanning Tree basis, providing simpler configuration than MSTP. In both MSTP and PVRST+ modes, stacked units behave as a single Spanning Tree node.
- Switch-port auto-recovery (“error-disable” recovery): Automatically attempts to reactivate a link that is disabled due to a network error.
This comprehensive software suite ensures that the Catalyst 9200 Series switches are not only equipped for today’s networking challenges but are also prepared for future innovations, protecting investments and simplifying IT operations.
Software-Defined Access and Intelligent Network Services
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches are integral components of modern network architectures, particularly Cisco’s Software-Defined Access (SD-Access). They also offer a suite of intelligent network services that enhance visibility, security, and operational efficiency.
Foundation for Software-Defined Access (SD-Access)
Enterprise networks are at the heart of digital transformation. A secure, open, programmable, and integrated network maximizes business agility. Cisco DNA with SD-Access is the network fabric that powers business. It’s an open and extensible, software-driven architecture that accelerates and simplifies your enterprise network operations. The programmable architecture frees your IT staff from time-consuming, repetitive network configuration tasks so they can focus instead on innovation that positively transforms your business. SD-Access enables policy-based automation from edge to cloud with foundational capabilities. These include:
- Simplified device deployment
- Unified management of wired and wireless networks
- Network virtualization and segmentation
- Group-based policies
- Context-based analytics
The Catalyst 9200 Series serves as an entry-level tier for SD-Access, Cisco’s lead enterprise architecture. It enables simplified segmentation and micro-segmentation with predictable performance and scalability, automated through Cisco DNA Center, and policy enforcement via Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE). This results in faster launch of new business services and significantly improved issue resolution time.
Network Assurance: This provides comprehensive network visibility and monitoring, end-to-end Quality of Experience (QoE), and fast issue resolution and network remediation. Plug and Play (PnP) support further simplifies the rollout of new branch or campus devices or updates to an existing network.
Full Flexible NetFlow (FNF)
Cisco IOS FNF is the next generation in flow visibility technology. It offers increased flexibility and scalability to optimize the network infrastructure, reduce operational costs, and improve capacity planning and security incident detection. Catalyst 9200 Series switches (24- and 48-port models) are capable of 16,000 flow entries.
Superior QoS
The Catalyst 9200 Series offers Gigabit Ethernet speed with intelligent services that keep traffic flowing smoothly, even at 10 times the normal network speed. Industry-leading mechanisms for cross-stack marking, classification, and scheduling deliver superior performance for data, voice, and video traffic, all at wire speed. Superior QoS includes granular wireless bandwidth management and fair sharing, 802.1p Class of Service (CoS) and Differentiated Services Code Point (DSCP) field classification, Shaped Round Robin (SRR) scheduling, Committed Information Rate (CIR), and eight egress queues per port.
Intelligent Operations
- WebUI: An embedded GUI-based device-management tool that provides the ability to provision the device, to simplify device deployment and manageability, and to enhance the user experience. It comes with the default image, so there is no need to enable anything or install any license on the device. You can use WebUI to build configurations, and to monitor and troubleshoot the device without having CLI expertise.
- RFID tags: Catalyst 9200 Series switches have an embedded RFID tag that facilitates easy asset and inventory management using commercial RFID readers.
- Blue Beacon: These switches support a blue beacon LED on the front and back for easy identification of the switch being accessed.
- Efficient switch operation*: Catalyst 9200 Series switches provide optimum power saving with Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) on the RJ-45 ports and low-power operations for industry best-in-class power management and power consumption capabilities. The ports support reduced power modes so that ports not in use can move into a lower power utilization state. Other efficient switch operation features are: Per-port power consumption command and Per-port PoE power sensing.
- Bluetooth ready: The switches have hardware support to connect a Bluetooth dongle to your switch, enabling you to use this wireless interface as an IP management port interface. This port can be used for configuration and troubleshooting using WebUI or CLI, and to transfer images and configurations.
High-Performance IP Routing
The Cisco Express Forwarding hardware routing architecture delivers extremely high-performance IP routing in Catalyst 9200 Series switches:
- IP unicast routing protocols (Static, Routing Information Protocol Version 1 [RIPv1], RIPv2, Open Shortest Path First [OSPF] routed access) are supported for small-network routing applications with the Network Essentials stack. Equal-cost routing facilitates Layer 3 load balancing and redundancy across the stack.
- Advanced IP unicast routing protocols (Full OSPF, Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol [EIGRP], and Intermediate System-to-Intermediate System Version 4 [IS-ISv4]) are supported for load balancing and for constructing scalable LANs. IPv6 routing (OSPFv3, EIGRPv6) is supported in hardware for maximum performance.
- Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM) is supported for IP multicast routing, including PIM Sparse Mode (PIM-SM) and Source Specific Multicast (SSM).
- IPv6 addressing is supported on interfaces with appropriate show commands for monitoring and troubleshooting.
Licensing Software Policy and Warranty
The Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches introduce a simplified licensing package structure, comprising base licenses and add-on licenses. This model aims to provide clarity and flexibility in acquiring the necessary software capabilities.
Software Packages: Network and Cisco DNA Licensing
The licensing structure is two-tiered:
- Base License Package: This includes Network Essentials and Network Advantage license options, which are tied to the hardware. These packages cover fundamental switching capabilities, management automation, troubleshooting, and advanced switching features. Base licenses are perpetual.
- Add-on License Package: This includes Cisco DNA Premier, Cisco DNA Advantage, and Cisco DNA Essentials options. These packages provide access to Cisco’s innovations in switching and Cisco DNA Center. Cisco DNA add-on licenses are available as subscriptions for 3-, 5-, or 7-year terms.
Table 9 shows the supported combinations of base and add-on licenses.
| Cisco DNA Premier | Cisco DNA Advantage | Cisco DNA Essentials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Network Essentials | Not Supported | Not Supported | Supported |
| Network Advantage | Supported | Supported | Not Supported* |
| *At the time of renewal, a Cisco DNA Essentials license can be purchased with Network Advantage. | |||
An add-on license subscription is mandatory for purchasing the switch. When the term expires, the add-on license can be renewed to continue using the associated features, or it can be allowed to expire, in which case the switch will continue to function with the base license features after a reload. Both base and add-on licenses come with a 90-day evaluation period. Licenses are managed through Cisco Smart Software Manager (Cisco SSM).
Network Licensing Features
Table 10 details features included in Network Essentials and Network Advantage.
| Feature on Cisco Catalyst Uplink Switches | Network Essentials | Network Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Switching Basics Layer 2 features, Routed Access (RIP, EIGRP Stub, OSPF – 1000 routes), PBR, PIM Stub Multicast (1000 routes), PVLAN, VRRP, PBR, CDP, QoS, FHS, 802.1X, MACsec-128, CoPP, SXP, IP SLA Responder |
✓ | ✓ |
| Advanced Switching and Scale EIGRP, HSRP, IS-IS, BSR, MSDP, IP SLA, OSPF |
✗ | ✓ |
| Network Segmentation VRF, VXLAN, LISP, SGT |
✗ | ✓ |
| Automation NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG, PnP Agent, PnP |
✓ | ✓ |
| Telemetry and Visibility Model-Driven Telemetry, Sampled NetFlow, SPAN, RSPAN |
✓ | ✓ |
| Security MACsec-128 |
✓ | ✓ |
Cisco DNA Licensing Features
Table 11 details features available with Cisco DNA Essentials, Advantage, and Premier subscription licenses.
| Feature | Cisco DNA Essentials | Cisco DNA Advantage | Cisco DNA Premier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switch Features | |||
| Advanced Telemetry and Visibility Full Flexible NetFlow, EEM |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cisco DNA Center Features | |||
| Day-0 Network Build Automation Cisco Network Plug and Play app, Network Settings, Device Credentials, LAN Automation, Host Onboarding |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Element Management Discovery, Inventory, Topology, Software Image, Licensing, and Configuration Management |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Element Management Patch Management |
✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Basic Network Assurance Health Dashboard – Network, Client, Application; Switch and Wired Client Health Monitoring |
✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| SD-Access Policy-based automation and assurance for wired and wireless |
✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Network Assurance and Analytics Global Insights, Trends, Compliance, Custom Reports; Switch 360, Wired Client 360; Fabric and Non-Fabric Insights; Application Health, App 360, Application Performance (Loss, Latency, Jitter) |
✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
Warranty Information
Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches come with a Cisco Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty (E-LLW) that includes Next-Business-Day (NBD) delivery of replacement hardware where available and 90 days of 8×5 Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) support. The warranty is valid as long as the original end-user owns the product. In the event of product discontinuance, Cisco warranty support is limited to five years from the End-of-Sale announcement. Specific terms are detailed in the warranty statement accompanying the product.
Software Policy
Customers with Network Essentials and Network Advantage software feature sets receive maintenance updates and bug fixes designed to maintain the compliance of the software with published specifications, release notes, and industry standards, for as long as the original end-user continues to own or use the product or up to one year from the end-of-sale date for this product platform, whichever occurs earlier. For term-based Cisco DNA components, Cisco Embedded Support provides access to TAC support, major software updates, maintenance and minor software releases, and the Cisco Embedded Support site.
Detailed Specifications and Compliance
This section provides detailed hardware specifications, environmental parameters, and compliance information for the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches. These details are crucial for network planning, deployment, and ensuring the switches meet operational requirements.
Dimensions, Weight, Noise, and MTBF
Table 12 from the original product data sheet outlines the specific physical dimensions, weight, acoustic noise levels, and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) for each model in the Catalyst 9200 series. Key highlights include:
- Dimensions (H x W x D): All models share a height of 1.73 inches (4.4 cm) and width of 17.5 inches (44.5 cm). Depth varies between C9200 modular SKUs (approx. 13.8 in / 35.0 cm chassis, 15.4 in / 39.1 cm with FEP & Fan) and C9200L fixed uplink SKUs (approx. 11.3 in / 28.8 cm chassis, 12.9 in / 32.9 cm with FEP & Fan). Certain C9200L mGig models match the depth of the C9200 SKUs.
- Weight: Varies from approximately 9.59 lbs (4.35 kg) for C9200L-24T-4G to 12.6 lbs (5.71 kg) for C9200L-48PXG-4X/2Y models. C9200 modular models are generally in the 11-12 lbs range.
- MTBF: Ranges from 337,260 hours (e.g., C9200L-48PXG-2Y) to 587,800 hours (C9200-24T), indicating high reliability.
- Acoustic Noise: For a typical 24-port PoE+ model operating at 25°C, sound pressure is LpA: 42dB (Typical), 45dB (Max); sound power LwA: 5.3B (Typical), 5.6B (Max).
Connectors
The Catalyst 9200 Series supports a variety of connectors as detailed in Table 13.
| Connector Type | Details |
|---|---|
| 1000BASE-T Ports | RJ-45 connectors, 4-pair Category 5e UTP cabling |
| 1000BASE-T SFP-based Ports | RJ-45 connectors, 4-pair Category 5e UTP cabling |
| Fiber SFP/SFP+ Transceivers | LC fiber connectors (single-mode or multimode fiber) for 100BASE-FX, 1000BASE-SX, -LX/LH, -ZX, -BX10, DWDM, CWDM, 10GBASE-SR, LR, LRM (C9200 only), ER, ZR |
| SFP+ Connectors | For SFP+ modules |
| Cisco StackWise-160/80 Stacking Ports | Cisco StackWise copper-based cables |
| Ethernet Management Port | RJ-45 connector, 4-pair Category 5 UTP cabling |
| Management Console Port | RJ-45 to DB9 cable for PC connection, USB-C adapter, USB adapter |
| Power Supply Connectors | Internal auto-ranging power supplies support 100V to 240V AC input. Uses IEC 320-C14 for 125W PSU, and IEC 320-C16 for 600W and 1KW PSUs. |
For the latest Cisco transceiver module compatibility information, refer to the Transceiver Module Group (TMG) Compatibility Matrix available on Cisco.com.
Management and Standards Support
The switches support an extensive list of MIBs for management (as listed in Table 14 of the source) and adhere to numerous IEEE standards including:
- IEEE 802.1s (MSTP), IEEE 802.1w (RSTP), IEEE 802.1D (STP)
- IEEE 802.1X (Port-Based Network Access Control), IEEE 802.1x-Rev
- IEEE 802.3ad (Link Aggregation Control Protocol)
- IEEE 802.3af (PoE), IEEE 802.3at (PoE+)
- IEEE 802.3x full duplex on 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 1000BASE-T ports
- IEEE 802.1p CoS Prioritization, IEEE 802.1Q VLAN
- Ethernet standards: IEEE 802.3 (10BASE-T), IEEE 802.3u (100BASE-TX), IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T), IEEE 802.3z (1000BASE-X)
- RMON I and II standards
- SNMPv1, v2c, and v3
Power Supply Specifications
Table 15 provides detailed specifications for the power supply units available for the Catalyst 9200 Series.
| Specification | PWR-C5-125WAC | PWR-C5-600WAC | PWR-C5-1KWAC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Rated Power | 125W | 600W | 1000W |
| Total Output BTU | 426.5 BTU/hr | 2047.3 BTU/hr | 3412 BTU/hr |
| Input Voltage Range and Frequency | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz | 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz |
| Input Current | 1.6-0.7A | 7-2.8A | 12-6A |
| Rated Output Power | 12V, 10.5A | 54V, 11.1A | 54V, 16.5A |
| Output Holdup Time | 20 ms min at 100VAC | 20 ms min at 100VAC | 20 ms min at 100VAC |
| Power Input Socket | IEC 320-C14 | IEC 320-C16 | IEC 320-C16 |
| Operating Temperature (Normal) | -5°C to +45°C, up to 5000 ft (1500m); -5°C to +40°C, up to 10,000 ft (3000m). Cold start min 0°C. | ||
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) | ||
| MTBF | 300,000 hours | ||
| EMI and EMC Compliance | FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, EN 55032 Class A, CISPR 32 Class A, AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A, VCCI Class A, EN 55024, CISPR 24, EN 300 386 | ||
| Safety Compliance | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, CCC, CE Marking | ||
Power Consumption of Standalone Switches
Table 16 in the original document provides extensive power consumption data for standalone Catalyst 9200 Series switches under various traffic loads (tested with IMIX distribution) and input voltages. These values represent maximums from various test scenarios and are typically measured without PoE load unless specified. For example, a C9200-24T with 4x1G uplinks at 115VAC shows a weighted average power of 41.20W. A C9200-48P with 4x10G uplinks ranges from 52.26W (no link) to significantly higher values with full PoE load (e.g., 899.40W at 100% PoE load at 115VAC).
Security and Compliance
The Catalyst 9200 Series meets stringent security and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) standards.
(Refer to Table 17 in source for full list)
- Safety Certifications: IEC 60950-1, UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, AS/NZS 60950.1, Class I equipment.
- Electromagnetic Emissions Certifications: 47 CFR Part 15, CISPR 22/32 Class A, EN 55022/32 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, VCCI Class A, EN 300 386 (shielded cables for off-premises).
- Environmental: RoHS 5 compliant.
Ordering Information and Services
Acquiring Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series switches involves selecting the appropriate hardware models, network modules (for C9200 SKUs), power supplies, stacking kits, and software licenses. Cisco and its partners offer a range of services to facilitate deployment and ongoing support.
How to Order
Table 19 in the original document provides a comprehensive list of product numbers for switches, network modules, stacking kits, software licenses, power supplies, and power cords. Below is a summary of key categories:
Switch Product Numbers (Examples):
C9200-24T-A: Catalyst 9200 24-port Data Switch, Network AdvantageC9200-24P-E: Catalyst 9200 24-port PoE+ Switch, Network EssentialsC9200L-48T-4X-A: Catalyst 9200L 48-port Data, 4x10G Uplink Switch, Network AdvantageC9200L-48P-4G-E: Catalyst 9200L 48-port PoE+, 4x1G Uplink Switch, Network EssentialsC9200L-24PXG-4X-A: Catalyst 9200L 24-port (8xmGig, 16x1G), 4x10G, PoE+, Network Advantage
Network Modules (for C9200 SKUs):
C9200-NM-4G: Catalyst 9200 4 x 1GE Network ModuleC9200-NM-4X: Catalyst 9200 4 x 10GE Network Module, SpareC9200-NM-BLANK: Catalyst 9200 Blank Network Module
StackWise Kits and Cables:
C9200-STACK-KIT=: C9200 Stack Kit SpareC9200L-STACK-KIT=: C9200L Stack Kit SpareSTACK-T4-50CM,STACK-T4-1M,STACK-T4-3M: Stacking cables of 0.5m, 1m, 3m lengths.
Software Licenses (Examples for 3-Year Term):
C9200-DNA-E-24-3Y: C9200 Cisco DNA Essentials, 24-port, 3YR LicenseC9200-DNA-A-48-3Y: C9200 Cisco DNA Advantage, 48-port, 3YR LicenseC9200-DNA-P-24-3Y: C9200 Cisco DNA Premier, 24-port, 3YR (includes DNA Adv, ISE & Stealthwatch components)- Similar SKUs exist prefixed with
C9200L-DNA-for C9200L models and various port counts/durations (5Y, 7Y). C9200-LIC=/C9200L-LIC=: Electronic Cisco DNA upgrade licenses.
Power Supplies (Spares):
PWR-C5-125WAC/2=: 125W AC Power Supply SparePWR-C5-600WAC/2=: 600W AC Power Supply SparePWR-C5-1KWAC/2=: 1000W AC Power Supply SparePWR-C5-BLANK=: Blank Power Supply Module
Power Cords: A variety of region-specific power cords are available (e.g., CAB-TA-NA= for North America, CAB-TA-EU= for Europe).
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© 2019 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved. This document contains information that is public Cisco information. The content presented here is based on the “思科 Catalyst 9200 系列 产品手册” dated May 2019 (C78-741344-03 05/19) and has been adapted for this format.