Need Layer3 Switch Recommendation

[Mehdi Javadi]

In a network of my customers, there are 30 clients connected with 2 C2960S switches, also their uplink is SFC (1G).

I am considering managing the network via VLAN and need a Layer 3 Switch.

Could someone recommend C9200L or C9300L, Which is suitable for Me?

Also, is a license required for VLAN switching?

I really appreciate any help you can provide.

[M02@rt37]

Hello @Mehdi Javadi 

Check that model C9200L-24T-4G

24 ports RJ45 1G + 4 uplinks SFP ports (1G)

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/switches/catalyst-9200-series-switches/nb-06-cat9200-ser-data-sheet-cte-en.html

Since you need L2 SWITCH only without L3 features/capabilities, licence DNA Essentiel is the choosen one.

https://www.cisco.com/c/m/en_us/products/software/dna-subscription-switching/en-sw-sub-matrix-switching.html

[Mehdi Javadi]

Thanks for reply  @M02@rt37

Previously, network switches like C3750 did not need a license, and considering 3/5/7 years this license has been subscribed, what will happen after it is deactivated? 

What is the main difference between C9200L and C9300L?

Is C9200L a L3 Switch?

[M02@rt37]

Hello @Mehdi Javadi 

Cisco Catalyst 3750 switches typically do not require separate licenses for basic functionality. If a license was subscribed for a specific period (3/5/7 years), once it expires, the switch would continue to operate with its base features. However, any advanced or subscription-based features that were enabled by the license might be disabled or revert to a default state.

The 9300L series is typically positioned as a higher-end model compared to the 9200L series.

9200L series are L2 switches and you could active L3 capabilities since the licence permit that :

 Check here : https://www.cisco.com/c/m/en_us/products/software/dna-subscription-switching/en-sw-sub-matrix-switching.html

Note that cisco's oficial documentation and product datasheets provide comprehensive information about the features, specifications, and licensing for each switch model.

[MHM Cisco World]

https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/switches/switch-selector.html#~select-switch

use this to select best one for you
MHM

[balaji.bandi]

Could someone recommend C9200L or C9300L, Which is suitable for Me?

Adding to other posters already mentioned and you have already aware of Cat 9K switches.

Cat 9200 - Pure Layer 2 and some Layer 3 functionality not advanced level ( Limited to static routes)

Cat 9300 _ Flull blown Layer 3 switch - may required some feature advantage license have a look before you buying.

depends on the sales person you engaging and negotiating prices, if you have budget i will go my Favorite Cat 9300 

check some compare by 3rd party :

https://www.router-switch.com/media/upload/product-pdf/cisco-catalyst-9000-switches-comparison-9200-vs-9300-vs-9400-vs-9500.pdf