Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48P Gigabit PoE+ Network Switch

Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48P is a powerful enterprise-class, stackable Layer 3 switch designed to meet the increasing demands of modern business networks. With 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, it offers integrated power for IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance systems. The switch supports modular uplinks, Cisco StackPower technology, and up to 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth. Built on the Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) architecture, it delivers exceptional performance, security, and reliability, making it perfect for midsize to large enterprise networks.

Whether you’re building a high-performance LAN or expanding a secure enterprise infrastructure, the WS-C3850-48P is a reliable choice to support your digital transformation initiatives.

Key Features and Specifications:

• Model: WS-C3850-48P

• Ports:

  • 48 x Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports

  • Modular uplink slots (optional 4 x 1G/10G SFP/SFP+)

• PoE Power:

  • Up to 435W PoE+ power budget (can go up to 800W with secondary power supply)

• Stacking:

  • Cisco StackWise-480 technology

  • Up to 9 switches per stack

  • 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth

• Layer Support:

  • Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching

  • Advanced QoS and multicast capabilities

• Performance:

  • Forwarding rate: 130.95 Mpps

  • Switching capacity: 176 Gbps

• Redundancy:

  • Dual redundant power supplies (optional)

• Management:

  • Cisco IOS XE Software

  • CLI, SNMP, RMON, Web UI

• Security:

  • 802.1X, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection

  • TrustSec and MACsec encryption

• Dimensions: 4.45 x 44.5 x 45.0 cm

• Weight: ~7.9 kg

Ideal For:

• Mid to large-sized enterprise networks

• Unified wired and wireless infrastructure

• PoE-powered deployments (IP phones, cameras, WAPs)