Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48T-E 48-Port Gigabit Switch

Product Description

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48T-E is a 48-port Gigabit Ethernet data-only switch designed for enterprise LAN deployments. It operates with the IP Services feature set, providing advanced routing and security capabilities for medium-to-large network infrastructures. This model is intended for B2B buyers requiring a reliable, stackable access-layer switch for high-density campus networks.

Technical Specifications

• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet data ports
• Feature Set: IP Services (advanced enterprise functionality)
• Product Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850
• MPN: WS-C3850-48T-E
• Brand: Cisco
• Form Factor: Fixed-configuration rack-mountable switch
• Software Support: Cisco IOS XE (as per Catalyst 3850 platform)

Design Features

• Unified access platform with support for Cisco StackWise-480 for high-availability stacking.
• Integrated redundant fans and power supplies for enhanced operational reliability.
• Non-blocking, wirespeed switching architecture for consistent throughput.
• Modular uplink options for flexible fiber or copper connectivity (as per 3850 series design).
• Energy-efficient Ethernet (EEE) support to reduce power consumption in idle states.

Application Area

This switch is deployed as an access-layer device in enterprise campus networks across Poland and Central-Eastern Europe, connecting endpoints such as workstations, IP phones, and wireless access points. It suits medium and large organizations, including corporate offices, educational campuses, and public-sector institutions requiring robust LAN segmentation and policy enforcement. The IP Services license enables advanced capabilities like VRF-Lite and enhanced QoS for mission-critical traffic in distributed environments.