Description:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48P-S 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch is used in enterprise network infrastructures to provide advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with integrated Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) for connected network devices. This switch delivers 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports designed to supply both data connectivity and electrical power to devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and IP surveillance cameras through a single Ethernet cable. Built on the Cisco Catalyst 3850 platform, it supports high switching performance, centralized network management, and scalable wired and wireless network integration. Network administrators and system integrators commonly deploy this switch for repair, retrofit, expansion, or replacement in enterprise campus networks, corporate IT infrastructures, and access layer network environments.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C3850-48P-S switch is commonly deployed in enterprise campus networks, corporate offices, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities where reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and PoE-powered device support are required. It is typically installed in network closets and communication racks to connect computers, VoIP phones, wireless access points, and IP surveillance systems while supporting centralized management, traffic segmentation, and secure enterprise network communication.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C3850-48P-S
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850
• Total Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at PoE+
• PoE Capability: Provides power to PoE-enabled network devices
• Switching Capacity: Up to 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 130.95 Mpps
• Stack Technology: Cisco StackWise-480 support
• Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
• Uplink Options: Modular uplink network module slot
• Power Supply: Dual redundant power supply configuration
• Network Management: CLI, SNMP, Web UI, Cisco management tools
• VLAN Support: IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
• Quality of Service (QoS): Advanced traffic prioritization
• Mounting Type: Rack mountable (1U form factor)
• Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 45°C

Common Replacements:

• Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P-E 48-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960X-48FPD-L 48-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco CBS350-48P-4X Managed Gigabit PoE Switch