Cisco WS-C2918-24TT-C: A Reliable and Cost-Effective 24-Port Fast Ethernet Switch

The Cisco WS-C2918-24TT-C is a 24-port Fast Ethernet switch designed for small to medium-sized businesses, branch offices, and enterprise edge networks. It provides reliable Layer 2 switching capabilities, security features, and easy manageability, making it an ideal choice for cost-effective networking solutions.

Key Features & Specifications

1. Port Configuration:

• 24 Fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) ports
• 2 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports for high-speed connectivity

2. Performance & Switching Capacity:

• Bandwidth capacity: 8.8 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: 6.5 Mpps (million packets per second)
• MAC address table: 8,000 entries

3. Power & Energy Efficiency:

• Energy-efficient design to reduce power consumption
• Complies with Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) standards

4. Layer 2 Switching Features:

• VLAN Support: Supports up to 64 VLANs
• Spanning Tree Protocol (STP): IEEE 802.1D (STP), 802.1w (RSTP), and 802.1s (MSTP)
• Port Aggregation: EtherChannel support for link aggregation

5. Security Features:

• Port security to limit access and prevent unauthorized devices
• 802.1X authentication for network access control
• Access Control Lists (ACLs) for traffic filtering and security

6. Quality of Service (QoS):

• 4 QoS queues per port for traffic prioritization
• Supports Differentiated Services Code Point (DSCP) and 802.1p classification

7. Management & Monitoring:

• Web-based GUI and Cisco CLI (Command Line Interface)
• SNMP support for remote management and monitoring
• RMON (Remote Monitoring) for advanced network diagnostics

Best For:

• Small to Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) looking for an affordable yet feature-rich network switch
• Branch Offices & Retail Stores requiring secure and reliable wired connectivity
• Enterprise Edge Networks needing VLAN and QoS support for smooth operations
• Educational Institutions & Government Agencies with network security and management needs

This switch is a cost-effective solution for businesses that require robust Layer 2 switching, basic security, and simplified management without the complexity of advanced Layer 3 features.