Cisco Catalyst 3850R 48-Port PoE+ Switch WS-C3850R-48P-L

Product Description

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850R-48P-L is a 48-port Power over Ethernet (PoE) switch from the Catalyst 3850 R series, operating with the LAN Base software feature set. This enterprise-grade device is designed for network managers and IT procurement teams in mid-sized to large organizations requiring dense PoE port counts and reliable Layer 2 switching. The unit supports high-density access layer deployments, delivering 10/100/1000 Ethernet connectivity with integrated PoE capability.

Technical Specifications

• Model: WS-C3850R-48P-L
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE
• Software Feature Set: LAN Base
• PoE Support: Yes, Power over Ethernet on all ports
• Product Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850 R
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable enterprise switch

Design Features

• Fixed-configuration chassis with 48 PoE-enabled copper ports for simplified cable management.
• Unified access architecture supporting converged wired and wireless network operations.
• Energy-efficient PoE delivery for powering IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
• Redundant power supply and fan options for high-availability network infrastructure.
• Stacking capability via standard Catalyst 3850 stacking technology for scalable port density.

Application Area

This switch is deployed in enterprise access layer networks across Poland and Central-Eastern Europe, including office buildings, university campuses, and healthcare facilities. It is suitable for environments with high numbers of PoE-powered endpoints, such as VoIP telephony systems, video surveillance arrays, and Wi-Fi 5/6 access points. The LAN Base feature set supports essential VLAN, QoS, and security policies for medium-complexity network segmentation in regional corporate networks.