Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48P-E Switch – 48-Port PoE+

Product Description

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48P-E is a 48-port PoE switch from the Catalyst 3850 series, designed for enterprise LAN deployments requiring IP Services feature set. This fixed-configuration switch provides high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with Power over Ethernet support, suitable for access layer aggregation in medium-to-large networks.

Technical Specifications

• Model: WS-C3850-48P-E
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE+
• Software: IP Services
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850
• Form Factor: Fixed configuration, 1RU rack-mountable
• PoE Budget: 435W (available per port PoE+)
• Uplinks: 4 x 1G SFP (optional, via network module)

Design Features

• StackWise-480 technology for stacking up to 9 switches, providing 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth
• Unified access data plane supporting both wired and wireless management
• Dual redundant power supplies with modular fan tray for high availability
• Energy-efficient design with Cisco EnergyWise support
• Built-in security features including TrustSec and MACsec encryption

Application Area

This switch is deployed as an access layer device in enterprise campus networks, connecting end-user devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and workstations. It is also suitable for branch office environments requiring robust PoE delivery and advanced Layer 3 services via the IP Services license, enabling dynamic routing protocols like OSPF and EIGRP.