Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48U-E Switch

Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48U-E Switch:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48U-E is a 48-port enterprise-grade managed network switch from Cisco’s Catalyst 3850 Series, designed for high-performance access-layer networking in large business, campus, or branch environments. This cisco switch offers full Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+/UPoE) support, advanced Layer 3 capabilities, and modular uplink options.

This switch designed by Cisco  company and you can buy it in network equipment market with 1-year Atech warranty. If you want to know more about network switch specially 3850 cisco switches, you can contact us.

Specifications of Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48U-E Switch:

1. Full UPOE Support

• Each port can deliver up to 60W of power.

• Powers high-consumption devices: IP phones, access points, thin clients, even monitors.

2. Advanced Layer 3 Capabilities (IP Services Image)

• Static and dynamic routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, etc.)

• Policy-Based Routing (PBR), VRF, multicast (PIM), and IPv6 support.

• Useful for high-performance core/distribution layer deployments.

3. StackWise-480 Technology

• Stack up to 9 switches with 480Gbps stack throughput.

• Single point of management for all stacked units.

• Enables high availability and scalability.

4. Flexible Uplink Options

• Supports modular uplink slots:

  • 4x 1G SFP

  • 4x 10G SFP+

  • 2x 40G QSFP (in newer modules)

• Future-proof and adaptable for your network’s uplink bandwidth needs.

5. Network Services & Security

• TrustSec, MACsec, 802.1X, dynamic VLAN assignment.

• Flexible NetFlow for traffic analysis.

• Embedded wireless controller (supports up to 50 APs and 2000 clients, depending on license).

Uses of Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48U-E Switch:

• Enterprise LAN access layer (especially where high power delivery is needed).
• Distribution layer switch with full L3 services.
• Branch or campus aggregation.
• Running PoE-powered devices at scale: phones, cameras, access points, etc.

Features of Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48U-E Switch:

• Model: WS-C3850-48U-E
• Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 (Gigabit Ethernet)
• POE: Universal PoE (UPOE), up to 60W per port
• Switching Capacity: Up to 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Approximately 130.95 Mpps (million packets per second)
• Uplink Module (modular): Supports 1G / 10G / 40G uplinks (via optional modules)
• Stacking: Stackable with Cisco StackWise-480 (up to 480Gbps stack bandwidth)
• Software Image: IP Services (E), advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities
• Power Supplies: Dual redundant, hot-swappable (AC or DC)
• Fans: Redundant, field-replaceable
• Dimensions: 4.4 x 44.5 x 44.8 cm (1 Rack Unit)
• Weight: Approximately 7.3 kg (16.1 lbs)

You can buy cisco switches in Dubai from Atech.ae, This company supplies network switches wholesale and retail, and the final price is determined based on the time of purchase and the type of warranty. In addition to the reasonable price, Atech.ae, having one of the largest specialized repair shops for Cisco equipment, guarantees the ability to repair and support this product.

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