Cisco IE-4010-4S24P: High-Density Industrial Ethernet Switch with 24GE PoE+ and 4GE SFP Uplinks

The Cisco IE-4010-4S24P is a rugged, high-performance industrial Ethernet switch designed for demanding operational environments where power, bandwidth, and reliability are critical. With 24 Gigabit Ethernet Copper PoE+ ports and 4 Gigabit SFP uplink ports, this switch is engineered to support power-hungry industrial endpoints while delivering resilient network connectivity at the edge.

Built for harsh environments such as manufacturing plants, oil and gas facilities, transportation systems, and smart cities, the IE-4010-4S24P optimizes network scalability, security, and manageability—making it one of the most capable members of the Cisco IE4000 family.

Key Features of the Cisco IE-4010-4S24P

High-Density Gigabit Connectivity

With 24 GE PoE+ copper interfaces, the IE-4010-4S24P provides ample port density for large clusters of industrial devices, cameras, sensors, and controllers. Each port supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+, delivering up to 30W per port, allowing direct powering of power-intensive devices without external injectors.

Flexible 4-Port Gigabit SFP Uplinks

The switch includes 4 SFP-based Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports, ideal for long-distance fiber backhaul, redundant ring topologies, or building distribution layers. These uplinks enhance scalability and industrial network redundancy.

Ruggedized Industrial Design

The IE-4010-4S24P supports extended operating conditions, vibration resistance, and shock tolerance—ensuring continued performance in unforgiving environments. Its industrial-grade hardware design supports extended temperature ranges, conformal coating options, and durable metal enclosure construction.

Enhanced Security and Management

The switch integrates Cisco’s industrial security features, including MACsec, secure boot, advanced ACLs, and industrial-grade segmentation policies. Cisco IOS Software ensures full compatibility with IT/OT convergence strategies and centralized management platforms.

High Bandwidth for Industrial Automation

With non-blocking architecture and Gigabit-speed ports, the IE-4010-4S24P is optimized for latency-sensitive industrial automation protocols, high-resolution video feeds, and real-time monitoring applications.

Technical Specifications of the IE-4010-4S24P

General Specifications

• Product Series: Cisco IE4000 Series
• Model: IE-4010-4S24P
• Switching Capacity: Up to 68 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 50.6 Mpps
• Form Factor: Industrial DIN-rail or panel mount
• Network Protocols: Layer 2 and Layer 3 (IP Lite image optional)

Port Configuration

• 24 × 10/100/1000Base-T PoE+ copper ports
• 4 × 1G SFP uplink ports
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af/at
• Maximum PoE Budget: Up to 360W (depending on power supply configuration)

Industrial Hardening

• Operating Temperature: –40°C to +75°C (model dependent)
• Fanless design
• Conformal coating options available
• Resistance to shock, vibration, and EMI suitable for industrial deployments

Redundancy and Reliability

• Support for MSTP, RSTP, REP, Flex Links
• PTP IEEE 1588 for precise time synchronization
• Dual DC power inputs for high availability
• Optional SD flash storage and USB port for configuration backups

Security Features

• Secure Boot + image signing
• MACsec encryption option
• Role-based access control
• DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard
• Network segmentation using VLANs and private VLANs

Use-Case Scenarios for the IE-4010-4S24P

Industrial Automation Networks

Large numbers of PLCs, controllers, and IP cameras in manufacturing cells benefit from the switch’s high PoE+ port density and robust throughput.

Transportation and ITS Systems

Supports traffic cameras, roadside units, signaling systems, and sensors through extended temperature tolerance and fiber uplinks.

Oil, Gas, and Energy Infrastructure

Designed to handle remote operations, SCADA traffic, real-time monitoring, and redundant fiber routes.

Smart City deployments

Connects security cameras, environmental sensors, access control solutions, and edge IoT devices with reliable PoE+ power.

Benefits of Deploying the IE-4010-4S24P

High Power Delivery

With up to 30W per PoE+ port, it simplifies powering industrial devices at scale.

Network Scalability

High port density allows significant device expansion without additional switches.

Reliable Performance in Harsh Environments

Industrial design ensures long lifecycle and minimal maintenance.

Enhanced Operational Visibility

Cisco IOS and centralized tools provide unified visibility across IT and OT environments.

Future-Ready Architecture

Fiber uplinks, L3 features, and security enhancements support modernized industrial infrastructure goals.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What makes the IE-4010-4S24P different from other IE4000 models?
This model stands out because it provides 24 PoE+ copper ports plus 4 dedicated SFP uplinks, making it ideal for high-density industrial deployments requiring both power and fiber connectivity.

2. Can the IE-4010-4S24P operate in harsh outdoor environments?
Yes. It is industrial-rated with support for extreme temperatures, vibration, and shock, making it suitable for outdoor cabinets, roadside enclosures, and factory floors.

3. Does this switch support Layer 3 routing?
Yes. With the appropriate IOS image, it can support Layer 3 static routing, RIP, and other L3 features for advanced industrial network architectures.

4. How much PoE power can the switch deliver?
Depending on the power supply configuration, the IE-4010-4S24P can deliver up to 360W of total PoE budget, enough to power cameras, APs, sensors, and industrial devices.

5. Can I use fiber uplinks for redundant ring designs?
Absolutely. The 4 SFP uplinks support redundancy protocols like REP, RSTP, MSTP, and other mechanisms ideal for industrial ring architectures.

For more information you can view the datasheets for CISCO IE4010 here.