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Technical Specifications

Cisco lists the C1200-24P-4G with 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports, four Gigabit SFP uplinks and a 195W PoE power budget. Its switching capacity is 56 Gbps with a 41.67 Mpps forwarding rate.

Product Overview

The Cisco C1200-24P-4G is a 24-port managed Gigabit Ethernet switch in the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series, designed for small and medium-sized business networks, branch offices, enterprise access networks, IP phones, wireless access points, surveillance systems, and other PoE-enabled devices.

The switch provides 24 × 10/100/1000 RJ-45 PoE+ ports for connecting network endpoints while delivering power and data over a single Ethernet cable. With a 195W total PoE budget, the C1200-24P-4G can support a wide range of devices such as Wi-Fi access points, IP cameras, VoIP phones, and other compatible PoE equipment.

For network uplinks, the C1200-24P-4G includes four Gigabit SFP ports, providing flexible fiber connectivity for connecting the access layer to aggregation switches, servers, or longer-distance network segments.

With 56 Gbps switching capacity and 41.67 Mpps forwarding performance, the C1200-24P-4G provides wire-speed, nonblocking switching for typical Gigabit access deployments.

The fanless design is another practical advantage for office and access-network deployments where lower acoustic noise is important. Cisco specifies a rack-mountable chassis measuring approximately 445 × 299 × 44 mm.

Key Benefits of Cisco C1200-24P-4G

1. 24-Port Gigabit PoE+ Connectivity

The C1200-24P-4G provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, allowing network administrators to connect multiple endpoints and compatible powered devices through standard Ethernet cabling.

Typical applications include:

• IP surveillance cameras
• Wireless access points
• VoIP phones
• Network access devices
• IoT endpoints
• Small business workstations

2. 195W PoE Power Budget

With a 195W PoE budget, the switch is suitable for deployments requiring centralized power delivery to multiple devices. Cisco specifies up to 30W per Gigabit Ethernet port, subject to the switch's overall PoE budget.

3. Four Gigabit SFP Uplinks

The four Gigabit SFP interfaces provide fiber-based uplink flexibility. Depending on the selected SFP module, administrators can connect the switch to different fiber types and network distances.

Cisco lists supported options including Gigabit multimode and single-mode SFPs, as well as copper SFPs.

4. Enterprise-Class Network Features

The Catalyst 1200 platform supports features such as VLANs, STP/RSTP/MSTP, PVST+, Rapid PVST+, and LACP, helping administrators segment traffic and improve network resiliency.

C1200-24P-4G vs C1200-24T-4G vs C1200-24FP-4G

Which model should you choose?

• Choose C1200-24P-4G when you need 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports and a moderate 195W PoE budget.
• Choose C1200-24T-4G when connected devices do not require PoE.
• Choose C1200-24FP-4G when your deployment requires a substantially higher PoE budget. Cisco specifies 375W for the C1200-24FP-4G.

Common Applications

The Cisco C1200-24P-4G can be deployed in:

Small and Medium Business Networks
Connect computers, printers, VoIP phones, wireless APs, and other Ethernet devices through a centralized managed switch.

IP Surveillance Networks
Power compatible IP cameras directly through PoE+ ports while using the SFP uplinks to connect to an aggregation or monitoring network.

Wireless LAN Deployments
Use PoE+ connectivity to simplify the installation of wireless access points where dedicated electrical outlets are unavailable.

Branch Offices
The combination of Gigabit access ports, PoE+, VLAN support, and fiber uplinks makes the C1200-24P-4G suitable for branch and distributed network environments.

VoIP Networks
PoE simplifies IP phone deployment by providing both Ethernet connectivity and electrical power over the same network cable.

FAQ

What is the Cisco C1200-24P-4G?

The C1200-24P-4G is a Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series managed Gigabit switch featuring 24 × 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports and four Gigabit SFP uplinks.

How much PoE power does the C1200-24P-4G provide?

The C1200-24P-4G has a 195W total PoE power budget. Individual ports can deliver up to 30W when sufficient power budget is available.

Does C1200-24P-4G support fiber uplinks?

Yes. The switch includes four Gigabit SFP uplink ports. Compatible SFP modules can be selected according to the required fiber type and transmission distance.

Is C1200-24P-4G a Layer 2 or Layer 3 switch?

The Catalyst 1200 platform provides managed switching functionality with Layer 2 capabilities including VLANs, spanning tree protocols and link aggregation. The exact Layer 3 feature set should be verified against the software release and deployment requirements before purchase.

What is the difference between C1200-24P-4G and C1200-24FP-4G?

Both models provide 24 Gigabit PoE+ ports and four Gigabit SFP uplinks. The main difference is the PoE budget: C1200-24P-4G provides 195W, while C1200-24FP-4G provides 375W, making the FP model more suitable for higher-density PoE deployments.

Is C1200-24P-4G suitable for IP cameras?

Yes. Its 24 PoE+ ports can provide both network connectivity and power to compatible IP cameras. The actual number of cameras supported depends on each camera's power consumption and the total 195W PoE budget.

Is the C1200-24P-4G rack mountable?

Yes. Cisco specifies the C1200-24P-4G as rack-mountable, with a 1RU-height chassis.

What SFP modules can be used with this switch?

Cisco lists several compatible Gigabit SFP options, including MGBSX1, MGBLX1, MGBLH1, MGBT1, GLC-SX-M-M-D, GLC-LH-SMD, GLC-BX-U and GLC-BX-D, depending on the required media and distance.

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