Cisco Catalyst 3560E-48PD-SF Managed PoE Switch

Equipment Overview

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560E-48PD-SF is a fixed-configuration enterprise Ethernet switch designed for high-density campus access and aggregation deployments. It provides 48 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports and two 10 Gigabit Ethernet X2 uplink ports, enabling converged voice, video, and data traffic over a single platform. This model runs IP Base (IPB) software, delivering advanced Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 functionality for medium to large enterprise networks. The switch is positioned for environments requiring Power over Ethernet Plus support for endpoints such as IP phones and wireless access points.

Main Parameters

• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Base-T PoE+ ports
• Uplinks: 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (X2) ports
• PoE Budget: 1150W power supply for PoE/PoE+ delivery
• Software: IP Base (IPB) feature set
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable, Catalyst 3560E series
• Switching Capacity: Supports wire-rate forwarding on all ports

Key Advantages

The WS-C3560E-48PD-SF is selected for enterprise projects requiring predictable PoE+ power for IP telephony and surveillance systems, with a robust 1150W power budget. Its dual 10GE uplinks provide high-bandwidth connectivity to aggregation or core switches, reducing oversubscription. The IPB software suite offers enhanced QoS, security ACLs, and redundant uplink capabilities without the cost of advanced routing features.

Compatibility & Integration

This switch integrates with Cisco Catalyst 3560E series accessories, including X2 transceivers and redundant power supplies. It supports standard IEEE 802.3af/at PoE, 802.1Q VLANs, and 802.3ad link aggregation, ensuring interoperability with existing Cisco and third-party network equipment. Management is supported via CLI, SNMP, and Cisco Network Assistant, aligning with standard enterprise network management frameworks.