Cisco Business CBS250-24P-4G 24 Port GE Smart Switch

Cisco CBS250-24P-4G 24-Port PoE+ Gigabit Smart Switch with 4 SFP Uplinks

Meta Description:

Cisco CBS250-24P-4G Smart Managed Switch with 24 PoE+ Gigabit ports, 4 SFP uplinks, Layer 2+ features, and advanced network security—ideal for growing business networks.

Product Description:

The Cisco Business CBS250-24P-4G is a 24-Port Smart Managed Gigabit Switch with PoE+ support, tailored for small to mid-sized networks demanding scalability, security, and simplicity. Equipped with 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and 4 SFP uplink ports, it supports seamless connectivity for IP phones, wireless access points, security cameras, and other PoE-powered devices.

This switch delivers essential Layer 2 switching with Layer 3 static routing, enabling flexible traffic segmentation and efficient data forwarding. The user-friendly dashboard interface ensures quick configuration and monitoring, making it easy to manage even for IT teams with limited resources.

Built on Cisco’s long-standing reputation for networking reliability, the CBS250-24P-4G combines business-class features with power efficiency, offering a cost-effective way to expand your network infrastructure.

Key Features:

24 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit PoE+ ports
4 x Dedicated SFP Gigabit fiber uplink ports
PoE+ power budget of 195W for IP devices
Smart Layer 2 switching with static Layer 3 routing
Intuitive web-based management interface
Enhanced security: ACLs, port security, 802.1X authentication
VLAN, QoS, and advanced traffic management
Energy-efficient design with 802.3az support
Compact, rack-mountable metal housing

Technical Specifications:

Feature	Specification
Model	CBS250-24P-4G
Ethernet Ports	24 x RJ45 10/100/1000 Mbps PoE+
Uplink Ports	4 x SFP (1G)
PoE Standard	IEEE 802.3af/at
PoE Power Budget	195 Watts
Switching Capacity	56 Gbps
Forwarding Rate	41.67 Mpps
VLAN Support	Up to 4094 VLANs
Routing	Layer 2 with Layer 3 static routing
QoS	Layer 2 QoS, Traffic Prioritization
Security Features	ACLs, 802.1X, DHCP snooping, IP-MAC binding
Management	Web UI, CLI, SNMP, Cisco Business Dashboard
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Dimensions (WxDxH)	279.4 x 170 x 44 mm
Weight	Approx. 2.6 kg
Mounting	Rack-mountable with included kit
Warranty	Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty

Use Case Scenarios:

IP telephony deployment with PoE phones
Expanding wireless infrastructure with PoE access points
Surveillance networks with PoE IP cameras
SMB LAN setup with VLAN segmentation
Branch office smart switch deployment

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Q1: What devices can be powered via PoE on the CBS250-24P-4G?
It supports IP phones, Wi-Fi access points, security cameras, and any PoE/PoE+ compatible devices.

Q2: Does this switch support VLANs and network segmentation?
Yes, it supports up to 4094 VLANs and static Layer 3 routing.

Q3: Can the CBS250-24P-4G be managed remotely?
Yes, it can be managed through Cisco Business Dashboard, Web UI, CLI, or SNMP.

Q4: How much power does each PoE+ port deliver?
Each port supports up to 30W as per the IEEE 802.3at standard.

Q5: Is the switch fanless or does it include a fan?
This model features quiet operation with energy-efficient cooling mechanisms.