Cisco Launches Catalyst C1300-24XTS 10GbE Switch
The 1U rackmount switch provides 24 independent 10GbE ports with out-of-band management access.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Data Centers
Cisco has released the Catalyst C1300-24XTS, a 1U rackmount switch offering 24 independent 10GbE ports split between 12 10GBase-T copper ports and 12 SFP+ cages. The unit includes a dedicated 1GE out-of-band management port.
Why it matters
The switch gives network administrators a way to reach the device independently of its main data plane, and its front-panel SFP+ layout simplifies optic and DAC installation. The design targets facilities that need dense 10GbE connectivity in a compact rack footprint.
The chassis measures 444.3mm by 273mm by 43.94mm and weighs 4.2kg, with a single AC power input and no redundant power supply. Pricing, shipping timelines, and throughput benchmarks were not disclosed in the specifications.
The players
Cisco Systems
Cisco Systems is a multinational networking hardware company that manufactures enterprise switches, routers, and data center infrastructure products.
The details
The 12 copper data ports support 10GBase-T and are not combo jacks, while the 12 SFP+ cages are numbered 13 through 24 and arranged in three banks of four across the front panel. The switch uses a metal chassis with large perforated vent banks on both sides and includes one dedicated 1GE RJ45 port for out-of-band management.
The Tech Race
The C1300-24XTS extends Cisco's Catalyst switching lineage into a compact 1U 10GbE form factor, mixing copper and fiber-ready ports in a single chassis. The release positions Cisco against rival enterprise switch vendors competing for dense 10GbE data center capacity.
Network teams running 10GbE racks can consolidate copper and optical connections into one 1U switch, with out-of-band access for remote troubleshooting. Buyers should confirm pricing and lead times directly with Cisco or an authorized reseller, as the source does not provide them.
The takeaway
Administrators planning 10GbE expansion should weigh the switch's dedicated out-of-band management port and front-panel SFP+ layout against their own cabling and power redundancy requirements. The single AC input means facilities that require power redundancy will need to account for that gap.
Further reading
Explore more on Data Centers coverage for context on dense 10GbE switching infrastructure.
Source note: This article includes information reported by ServeTheHome.
