Cisco WS-C3560X-48PF-S 48-Port PoE+ Gigabit Switch

Equipment Overview

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560X-48PF-S is a 48-port enterprise-class Ethernet switch designed for high-density LAN deployments requiring full Power over Ethernet (PoE) support. Part of the Catalyst 3560-X series, this fixed-configuration switch provides Layer 3 routing capabilities with an IP Base software license, making it suitable for access-layer aggregation and distribution in medium-to-large networks. The device delivers full PoE on all ports, enabling simultaneous power and data delivery to connected endpoints such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras. Its hardware architecture supports resilient stacking and redundant power options for mission-critical environments.

Main Parameters

• Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with full PoE support
• PoE Budget: Full PoE on all 48 ports (IEEE 802.3af/802.3at capable)
• Software License: IP Base (Layer 3 features, including static routing and RIP)
• Switching Capacity: 160 Gbps (stacking capable via optional modules)
• Forwarding Rate: 105.6 Mpps (based on Catalyst 3560-X platform specifications)
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable fixed configuration
• Model Identifier: WS-C3560X-48PF-S (Cisco Catalyst 3560-X series)

Key Advantages

This switch is selected for enterprise projects requiring dense PoE delivery to edge devices while maintaining high forwarding performance and Layer 3 functionality. The full PoE capability on every port simplifies cabling infrastructure, reducing deployment costs for IP-based endpoints. The IP Base license provides a balance of advanced features and cost efficiency, supporting static routing and basic multicast without the expense of a full IP Services license. Stacking capability allows multiple units to be managed as a single logical device, improving scalability and operational simplicity.

Compatibility & Integration

The WS-C3560X-48PF-S integrates into standard Ethernet networks using IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, and 802.3ab standards, with PoE compliance per 802.3af and 802.3at. It is compatible with Cisco StackWise Plus technology for stacking up to four units, and supports standard SFP-based uplinks for fiber connectivity. The switch operates within Cisco IOS environments, enabling consistent management via CLI, SNMP, and Cisco Network Assistant, and is fully interoperable with other Catalyst 3560-X and 3750-X series models in mixed stacking configurations.