cisco Catalyst 9300 Catalyst 9300L
The Cisco Catalyst 9300L switch series brings high-speed enterprise campus access to commercial organizations in a fixed uplink form factor. Delivering StackWise-320 virtual stacking bandwidth, fixed 10GbE or 25GbE uplinks, and support for Cisco Software-Defined Access, the 9300L provides wire-speed Layer 3 switching, Cisco DNA Spaces telemetry, and optional multi-gigabit copper connectivity.
Specifications
| Brand | cisco |
|---|---|
| Family | Catalyst 9300 |
| Form factor | 1U fixed switch |
| Released | Jul 2019 |
| Port density | 24 or 48 ports 1GbE or Smart Rate multi-gigabit (1G/2.5G/5G/10G) |
| Uplink configuration | Fixed 4x 10GbE SFP+ or 2x 25GbE SFP28 uplinks |
| Stacking architecture | StackWise-320 with 320 Gbps stacking throughput |
| Poe support | IEEE 802.3bt Type 3 Class 6 (60W UPOE) and PoE+ |
| Management | Cisco Catalyst Center (DNA Center), CLI, and NETCONF/YANG |
| Forwarding rate | Up to 380.95 Mpps |
Generations
- Previous generation: cisco Catalyst 3650 Catalyst 3650
Check compatibility with Cisco
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Cisco has tested with the cisco Catalyst 9300 Catalyst 9300L.
- Compatibility Cisco UCS Hardware Compatibility List
- Compatibility Cisco Optics-to-Device Compatibility Matrix
- Support Cisco Support and Downloads
Equivalent models from other brands
FAQ
How does StackWise-320 compare to StackWise-480 on the modular 9300?
StackWise-320 provides 320 Gbps of stacking bandwidth specifically designed for the fixed uplink 9300L chassis, while modular 9300 switches support 480 Gbps.
Can Catalyst 9300L run third-party container applications?
Yes, native application hosting via Cisco IOS XE allows running lightweight Python scripts and Docker containers on board.
Buying or selling Catalyst 9300L?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Cisco Catalyst 9300L Product Documentation, checked 2026-10-27
- Cisco Catalyst 9300L Data Sheet and Technical Specifications, checked 2026-10-27