Cisco Catalyst 3560E-48PD-SF Switch – 48-Port PoE+ Gigabit

Usage Area

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560E-48PD-SF is a managed Ethernet switch designed for deployment in enterprise campus networks, specifically at the access layer. It is utilized to provide high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with Power over Ethernet (PoE+) for end devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras. The device is suitable for medium-to-large organizations requiring reliable and secure network access within their LAN infrastructure. Its two 10GE uplink ports enable aggregation to core switches or server farms, supporting bandwidth-intensive applications.

Construction Features

• 48 ports of 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet with PoE+ support (up to 30W per port).
• Two fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet (X2) uplink ports for high-speed backbone connectivity.
• Integrated power supply rated at 1150W to support substantial PoE power budgets.
• Modular fan tray design for front-to-back or back-to-front airflow options.
• Compact 1RU form factor suitable for standard 19-inch racks.
• Ships with IP Base (IPB) software feature set, providing Layer 3 static routing and basic QoS.

Technical Parameters

• Model: WS-C3560E-48PD-SF
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports
• Uplink Ports: 2 x 10GE (X2)
• Power Supply: 1150W
• Software: IP Base (IPB)
• Switching Capacity: 128 Gbps (aggregate)
• Forwarding Rate: 95.2 Mpps (based on 64-byte packets)

Standards & Certification

The switch complies with IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet), 802.3af/at (PoE/PoE+), and 802.3z/802.3ae (Gigabit/10G Ethernet) standards. It is certified to meet CE marking requirements for the European Economic Area and adheres to EN 55022 (emissions) and EN 55024 (immunity) standards for electromagnetic compatibility. The device is also designed in accordance with RoHS directives for environmental compliance.