Cisco Catalyst 3560E-48PD-S Gigabit PoE+ Switch

Equipment Overview

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560E-48PD-S is a managed PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for enterprise access layer deployments. It provides 48 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports plus two 10 Gigabit Ethernet X2 uplink ports, delivering high-density power and performance for converged networks. The switch runs IP Base (IPB) software, supporting static routing, QoS, and security features suitable for medium to large organizations. Its primary purpose is to aggregate IP phones, wireless access points, and edge devices while maintaining resilient network services.

Main Parameters

• Model: WS-C3560E-48PD-S
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ (Ethernet)
• Uplinks: 2 x 10GE (X2)
• PoE Budget: 750W total power over Ethernet
• Software: IP Base (IPB) license
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable (Catalyst 3560E series)
• Power Supply: Integrated 750W, redundant options supported

Key Advantages

This model is selected for enterprise projects requiring high PoE density and dual 10GE uplinks in a single access switch. The 750W PoE budget supports numerous powered devices, while the modular uplinks offer scalable bandwidth to core infrastructure. The IPB software provides a balance of Layer 3 static routing and advanced QoS without the cost of full IP Services.

Compatibility & Integration

The switch integrates with Cisco Catalyst 3560E series stacking and standard IEEE 802.3af/at PoE devices, including Cisco IP phones and wireless access points. It supports X2 optical modules for 10GE fiber uplinks and interoperates with existing VLAN, STP, and SNMP management frameworks. The device adheres to industry standards for Ethernet switching and PoE delivery, ensuring compatibility in mixed-vendor environments.