Replacement for WS-CE500-24PC: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the WS-CE500-24PC (WS-CE500-24PC - Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Series PoE 24 x 10/100Base-T + 2 x combo Gigabit SFP Managed Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Network Switch)? Pro Disk Network ships Cisco drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the WS-CE500-24PC
| SKU | WS-CE500-24PC |
|---|---|
| Product | WS-CE500-24PC - Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Series PoE 24 x 10/100Base-T + 2 x combo Gigabit SFP Managed Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Network Switch |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View WS-CE500-24PC › |
Drop-in replacements for WS-CE500-24PC
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
WS-C2960X-24PSL-RF - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PSL-RF
Price: $130.26
WS-C2960X-24PS-L - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PS-L
Price: $142.84
WS-C3850-24P-S - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 24 x Ports SFP+ 10GBase-T Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-24P-S
Price: $288.16
WS-C2960X-24PSQ-L - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PSQ-L
Price: $459.21
WS-C2960X-24PDL-RF - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PDL-RF
Price: $590.79
WS-C2960X-24PD-L - Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x Gigabit SFP Layer 2 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960X-24PD-L
Price: $623.75
WS-C2960XR-24PS-I - Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR Series PoE+ 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960XR-24PS-I
Price: $853.95
WS-C2960XR-24PD-I - Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR Series PoE+ 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x SFP Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C2960XR-24PD-I
Price: $1,182.89
WS-C3850-24P-L - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 24 x Ports SFP+ 10GBase-T Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-24P-L
Price: $3,218.00
WS-C3850-24P-E - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 24 x Ports SFP+ 10GBase-T Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-Mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-24P-E
Price: $3,908.21
Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960+24PC-L-RF 2960 RJ-45 PoE 24 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 2 x SFP Layer 2 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch
SKU: WS-C2960-24PC-L-RF
Price: $92.09
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.