Description:

The Cisco ME-3600X-24CX-M Ethernet Switch with dual power supply support is used in service provider and enterprise network infrastructures to deliver high-performance Ethernet aggregation and advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities. It supports high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and scalable network performance designed for metro Ethernet and carrier-grade networking environments. Commonly installed in telecommunications networks, metro Ethernet infrastructures, service provider aggregation layers, and enterprise network backbones, this switch enables reliable data transport between access networks and core network systems. Maintenance teams, network engineers, and system integrators use this switch for network expansion, infrastructure upgrades, replacement of legacy aggregation switches, and deployment of scalable Ethernet aggregation platforms.

Applications:

The Cisco ME-3600X-24CX-M switch is used in telecommunications and enterprise aggregation network environments where reliable Ethernet switching and high-performance network aggregation are required. It is commonly deployed in metro Ethernet networks, service provider access infrastructures, and enterprise network distribution layers to connect multiple access devices and transport high-volume network traffic to core switching platforms.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): ME-3600X-24CX-M
• Brand: Cisco
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco ME 3600X Series
• Ethernet Ports: 24 × Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports
• Uplink Ports: 2 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports
• Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
• Switching Capacity: Up to 88 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 65 Mpps
• Operating System: Cisco IOS
• Power Supply: Dual power supply support (AC or DC models)
• Management Interface: CLI, SNMP, Web-based management
• Mounting Type: Rack Mount
• Deployment: Metro Ethernet and service provider aggregation networks

Common Replacements:

• Cisco ME-3800X-24FS-M Ethernet Switch
• Cisco ASR-920-24SZ-M Aggregation Router
• Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Y4C Switch