07-05-2019 05:33 AM
Hey all,
we need to buy new access layer switches, which model should we pick?
2960X, 3850, 9200, xyz ?
We always would like to stack two 48 Port Switches.
- So they need to support stack.
- We need PoE
Thank you!
07-05-2019 06:00 AM
2960-X and 3650/3850 are solid workhorses, but nowadays they are the legacy product-line and I would go for 9200. Be aware of the needed DNA-licenses that you have to buy also if you don't use DNA.
Another option could be to use Meraki MS210/MS225 cloud manages switches. Not that many features as the Catalyst series, but very easy to manage and probably enough features for 90% of the typical customers.
07-05-2019 06:17 AM
Hi @as00001111 ,
Among the models that indicate the C9200-48P is the most modern and to which Cisco suggests migrating from the 3850 models. I leave the link with the models of these series:
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/switches/catalyst-3850-series-switches/models-comparison.html
Obviously, you should review the different models well to choose the one that best suits your network.
Regards
07-05-2019 08:52 AM
Cat 9200 is moving forward. (if you need some advanced feature Cat 9300)
07-05-2019 10:16 AM
07-06-2019 07:24 PM - edited 07-06-2019 07:25 PM
@as00001111 wrote:
We always would like to stack two 48 Port Switches.
- So they need to support stack.
- We need PoE
Are you planning to do static VLAN assignments (and no Dot1X)? If you're not doing Dot1X, go with 9200-48P-E.
Don't skimp on the stacking cable and go with two (2) one-metre cables.
Because of the "Essential" (aka basic) feature set, you won't need DNA licenses.
Take note that the fibre optic uplink modules are optional.
Reminder: Cisco Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty - Read this very carefully.
07-08-2019 12:50 AM
I forgot to mention that I currently use dot1x with an acs server that might get replaced by an ISE server.
Are the 9200 capable of doing that?
07-08-2019 12:54 AM
07-11-2019 11:17 AM
which license do you mean?
07-08-2019 02:48 AM
07-11-2019 11:16 AM
Hey, i got some more questions regarding 9200 vs 9200L:
1) I understand that the uplink module is fixed in 9200L, so when I buy that switchi also get a built in uplink module. But what about the 9200? Do I have to order an uplink module additionally?
2) We use Cisco IP PoE Phones with the PoE+ standard. When I do a show power inline, there is a power consumption of 12 watts, the total amount is 30watts. Which power supply do I need in a 48 port switch with 48 poe phones?
Thank you
07-12-2019 12:21 AM
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