Cisco ME 3400-24TS is a Metro Ethernet access switch designed for service provider and enterprise edge deployments. It provides 24 Fast Ethernet (10/100) ports with 2 Gigabit SFP uplinks and is optimized for Ethernet-to-the-Home (ETTH) and Ethernet-to-the-Business (ETTB) services. The platform supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 features depending on software image, with strong QoS, VLAN, and service-provider-grade security capabilities.
It is widely used in metro access networks for delivering triple-play services (voice, video, and data) and VPN services over Ethernet infrastructure.
Key Features
- 24 × 10/100 Fast Ethernet access ports
- 2 × Gigabit Ethernet SFP uplink ports
- Metro Ethernet optimized access switch architecture
- Layer 2 switching with optional Layer 3 routing features (software dependent)
- Advanced QoS for service provider traffic management
- VLAN support including 802.1Q tagging
- Security features including port security and ACLs
- Support for multicast services (IPTV-ready deployments)
- Cisco IOS-based management
- Designed for Ethernet access and aggregation networks
Technical Specifications
Model: ME-3400-24TS
Product Type: Metro Ethernet Access Switch
Ports:
- 24 × 10/100 Mbps RJ-45 Fast Ethernet ports
- 2 × 1000BASE-X SFP uplink ports
Switching Capacity:
- 8.8 Gbps
Forwarding Rate:
- 6.5 Mpps
MAC Address Table:
- 8,000 entries
Routing Capability:
- Layer 2 switching standard
- Optional Layer 3 routing (OSPF, RIP, static routing depending on IOS image)
Memory:
- 128 MB DRAM (typical)
- 32 MB Flash
Power Supply:
- Internal AC or DC options (model dependent)
Input Voltage:
- 100–240 VAC (AC models)
- -36 to -72 VDC (DC models available)
Operating Temperature:
- 0°C to 50°C
Form Factor:
- 1U rack-mountable
