Cisco WS-C3560E-48PD-S Gigabit PoE Switch

Product Description

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560E-48PD-S is a managed Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ switch designed for enterprise campus and branch office deployments. This 48-port switch integrates 10/100/1000 Base-T PoE+ connectivity with two 10 Gigabit Ethernet X2 uplink ports, running Cisco IP Base software for advanced Layer 3 routing and network management. It offers a robust foundation for converged voice, video, and data networks requiring high-density power over Ethernet.

Technical Specifications

• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports
• Uplink Ports: 2 x 10GE (X2) uplink modules
• Software: Cisco IP Base (IPB) software
• Power Supply: 750W internal power supply
• PoE Budget: Supports Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) on all copper ports
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable enterprise switch (Catalyst 3560E series)
• MPN: WS-C3560E-48PD-S

Design Features

• Modular X2 uplink slots for flexible 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
• Integrated 750W power supply designed for high PoE output to connected devices
• Cisco StackWise Plus technology support for scalable stacking (via optional modules)
• Redundant power and fan options for high availability
• Advanced QoS and security features inherent to Catalyst 3560E platform
• Hot-swappable components for minimal maintenance downtime

Application Area

This switch is suited for enterprise wiring closets and access layer deployments where high-density IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras require PoE+ power. It serves as a top-of-rack or edge aggregation device in medium to large campus networks, providing 10GE uplinks to core infrastructure. The Cisco IP Base software enables inter-VLAN routing and policy-based traffic control, making it appropriate for converged networks in corporate offices and data center edge environments.