The Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S Catalyst 3650 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch is an enterprise-class managed switch designed for reliable Layer 2 and Layer 3 connectivity across campus, branch, government, and education networks. It provides 24 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet access ports and 4 × Gigabit Ethernet SFP uplinks, delivering high-speed wired connectivity with flexible fiber-based uplink options. The compact 1U design makes it suitable for enterprise access-layer and network-edge deployments.
Powered by Cisco IOS XE with the IP Base feature set, the WS-C3650-24TS-S supports VLANs, IPv4/IPv6 routing, QoS, multicast, ACLs, 802.1X, EtherChannel, LACP, spanning tree, and other enterprise networking and security capabilities. Cisco StackWise-160 provides up to 160 Gbps of stacking bandwidth, allowing compatible Catalyst 3650 switches to operate as a single logical system for simplified management, scalability, and improved resiliency.
The Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S is an ideal solution for enterprise campus networks, branch offices, high-performance LAN deployments, government and education networks, network-edge switching, and secure business infrastructure. With Gigabit access connectivity, SFP uplinks, advanced IOS XE features, and StackWise-160 support, it provides a scalable foundation for modern wired network environments.
Product Specifications – Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S Catalyst 3650 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with 4-Port SFP Uplinks
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| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S Catalyst 3650 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Managed Switch |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
WS-C3650-24TS-S |
| Product Series |
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series |
| Product Type |
Managed Ethernet Switch |
| Access Ports |
24 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Uplink Ports |
4 × Gigabit Ethernet SFP |
| Uplink Type |
SFP Fiber |
| Operating System |
Cisco IOS XE |
| Software Feature Set |
IP Base |
| Switching Capacity |
Up to 88 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
Up to 65.5 Mpps |
| Switching Architecture |
Hardware-Based Wire-Speed Switching |
| Layer Support |
Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| Stacking Technology |
Cisco StackWise-160 |
| Stack Bandwidth |
160 Gbps |
| Maximum Stack Members |
Up to 9 Switches |
| VLAN Support |
IEEE 802.1Q |
| VLAN Capacity |
Up to 4,000 VLANs |
| MAC Address Table |
Up to 32,000 MAC Addresses |
| IPv4 Routing |
Supported |
| IPv6 Routing |
Supported |
| Routing Protocols |
Static Routing, RIP, OSPF and EIGRP, License/Configuration Dependent |
| QoS |
Advanced Hardware-Based QoS |
| Security |
ACLs, 802.1X, Port Security, DHCP Snooping and Dynamic ARP Inspection |
| Link Aggregation |
EtherChannel / LACP |
| Multicast |
IGMP Snooping |
| Spanning Tree |
STP, RSTP and MSTP |
| Jumbo Frames |
Up to 9,216 Bytes |
| Wireless Integration |
Cisco Unified Wired and Wireless Access |
| Network Management |
Cisco IOS XE CLI, SNMP and Cisco Network Management Tools |
| Console |
RJ-45 Console and USB Console |
| USB |
USB Type-A / Type-B, Configuration Dependent |
| Power Supply |
Internal AC Power Supply |
| Power Input |
AC |
| PoE Support |
No PoE on WS-C3650-24TS-S |
| Cooling |
Internal Fan Cooling |
| Form Factor |
1U Rack-Mountable |
| Rack Height |
1 Rack Unit (1RU) |
| High Availability |
StackWise-160 and Stack-Level Resiliency |
| Deployment |
Enterprise Campus, Branch and Access Layer |
| Application |
LAN Switching, Fiber Uplinks, Access Layer and Network Edge |
| Compatibility |
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series |
| Condition |
Refurbished |
| Use Cases |
Enterprise Campus Networks, Branch Offices, Government, Education, LAN Deployments and Secure Enterprise Infrastructure |
FAQs
Q1. What is the Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S?
The Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S is a Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series managed switch featuring 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 Gigabit SFP uplinks, Cisco IOS XE IP Base software, and optional StackWise-160 functionality for enterprise networks.
Q2. Who should buy the Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S?
The Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S is ideal for enterprises, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and businesses requiring secure, scalable Gigabit switching with advanced Layer 3 capabilities.
Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S worth buying?
Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S provides enterprise-grade performance, advanced IP Base features, and Cisco reliability while significantly reducing infrastructure costs.
Q4. Does the Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S support switch stacking?
Yes. The Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S supports Cisco StackWise-160 technology when used with the optional C3650-STACK-KIT, allowing multiple compatible switches to operate as a single logical unit for simplified management and high availability.
Q5. What networking features are included with the Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S?
The Cisco WS-C3650-24TS-S includes the IP Base feature set, supporting advanced Layer 2 switching, static and dynamic Layer 3 routing, VLANs, QoS, IPv4/IPv6, multicast, security, and unified wired and wireless networking capabilities through Cisco IOS XE.
