Cisco Catalyst 3650 WS-C3650-48PD-S 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch

Equipment Overview

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48PD-S is a 48-port PoE access switch designed for enterprise local area networks, providing high-density Power over Ethernet for connected endpoints such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras. It features two 10G uplink ports for high-bandwidth aggregation to the network core, operating under the IP Base feature set. This switch serves as a primary access-layer device, enabling secure and scalable deployment in medium-to-large campus environments. The unit is positioned as a reliable foundation for unified wired and wireless network architectures.

Main Parameters

• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE ports
• Uplinks: 2 x 10G SFP+ uplink interfaces
• PoE Budget: Full PoE support (up to 30W per port, total budget as per Cisco 3650 series)
• Software License: IP Base (LAN Base not included)
• Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps (stacking and uplink bandwidth per Cisco specifications)
• Stacking: Supported via Cisco StackWise-160 technology
• Form Factor: 1RU rack-mountable

Key Advantages

The WS-C3650-48PD-S is selected for enterprise projects due to its balance of port density, PoE capability, and 10G uplink connectivity, ensuring future-proof bandwidth for growing client counts. Its IP Base license provides advanced Layer 3 features, including static routing and basic OSPF, suitable for scalable network segments without requiring premium licensing. The switch integrates with Cisco Unified Access architecture, simplifying policy enforcement and management across wired and wireless domains.

Compatibility & Integration

The switch operates within the Cisco Catalyst 3650 family, supporting StackWise-160 stacking for unified management of up to nine units. It is compatible with Cisco IOS XE software, enabling modular configuration and integration with Cisco DNA Center for automation and assurance. The device adheres to IEEE 802.3af/at PoE standards, ensuring interoperability with standard PoE-powered devices and existing network infrastructure.