Cisco WS-C3850-48P-L 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Layer 3 Managed Switch | StackWise-480 | LAN Base | Modular Uplink

Description

Cisco WS-C3850-48P-L 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Layer 3 Managed Switch | Modular Uplink

The Cisco WS-C3850-48P-L Catalyst 3850 Series Managed Switch is an enterprise-class Layer 2 / Layer 3 PoE+ managed switch designed for high-performance campus networks, enterprise infrastructure, and business-critical deployments. Built to deliver scalability, resiliency, and operational efficiency, this Cisco Catalyst platform integrates advanced switching intelligence with enterprise-grade Power over Ethernet capability for modern network environments.

Featuring 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit PoE+ RJ-45 Ethernet ports, the WS-C3850-48P-L provides high-density connectivity for wireless access points, IP phones, IP surveillance systems, and enterprise endpoint devices. With support for IEEE 802.3at PoE+ technology, the switch delivers up to 30W per port, enabling centralized power delivery and simplified network deployments.The switch delivers 176 Gbps switching capacity and 130.95 Mpps forwarding performance, ensuring smooth operation across demanding enterprise traffic environments. Operating with Cisco LAN Base software, it provides secure switching functionality and intelligent network management capabilities optimized for business infrastructures.

Built with StackWise-480 technology, multiple switches can operate as a unified system with up to 480 Gbps stack bandwidth, simplifying infrastructure scalability and management. StackPower technology further enhances resiliency by allowing power resources to be shared intelligently across stack members.The platform supports optional uplink expansion through Cisco network modules including C3850-NM-4-1G, C3850-NM-2-10G, and C3850-NM-4-10G, enabling flexible fiber and high-speed uplink deployment options. With an integrated 435W PoE budget, expandable up to 1,535W using an additional 1100W power supply, the WS-C3850-48P-L is optimized for enterprise access-layer environments requiring power delivery, performance, and long-term scalability.

KEY FEATURES

• 48 × Gigabit PoE+ Ethernet interfaces designed for enterprise access layer connectivity
• IEEE 802.3at PoE+ technology delivering up to 30W per port for powered network devices
• 435W integrated PoE budget supporting wireless access points, IP phones, and surveillance systems
• Expandable PoE architecture supporting up to 1,535W with optional secondary power supply
• Cisco LAN Base software enabling secure and intelligent switching operations
• 176 Gbps switching architecture supporting demanding enterprise traffic workloads
• 130.95 Mpps forwarding performance for efficient packet processing operations
• StackWise-480 technology enabling scalable infrastructure expansion
• StackPower capability supporting intelligent shared power management
• Optional modular uplink flexibility for fiber and high-speed enterprise connectivity deployment