Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L Cisco Catalyst switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-WS-C3850-48T-L | Part #: WS-C3850-48T-L | MPN: WS-C3850-48T-L
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About the Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L Cisco Catalyst switch
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L Cisco Catalyst switch from Cisco is enterprise-grade Network Switches hardware built for data centers. It features Rack-Mount form factor, Gigabit Ethernet interface. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L is a 48-port Layer 2 managed stackable access-layer switch designed for enterprise wired deployments. Built on Cisco's Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) ASIC, it delivers consistent hardware-based forwarding performance and supports full IEEE 802.1Q VLAN segmentation, Spanning Tree Protocol variants (PVST+, Rapid PVST+), EtherChannel link aggregation, and comprehensive QoS policies enforced at line rate. The switch operates with Cisco IOS Available in brand new condition. Cisco network switches products are trusted by enterprises and data centers worldwide. Available from Omnixon Global. Contact our sales team to request a quote.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-WS-C3850-48T-L |
| Part Number | WS-C3850-48T-L |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount |
| Interface | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-48T-L |
| Product Series | Cisco Catalyst 3850 |
| Total Ports | 48 |
| Port Type | 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) copper |
| Uplink Slots | 1 network module slot (uplink module sold separately) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 130.95 Mpps |
| Stacking Technology | Cisco StackWise-480 |
| Maximum Stack Members | 9 |
| Stack Bandwidth | 480 Gbps |
| Software Feature Set | LAN Base |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| MAC Address Table Size | 32,000 entries |
| VLAN Support | Up to 1,005 VLANs (4,094 VLAN IDs) |
| Spanning Tree Protocol | IEEE 802.1D, PVST+, Rapid PVST+, MST (802.1s) |
| Power Supply | Single removable AC power supply included |
| Redundant Power Supply | Supported via Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Network Power Supply (optional, hot-swappable) |
| Power Consumption (typical) | Approximately 55W (without uplink module, typical operation) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1RU; 4.46 cm x 44.5 cm x 45.7 cm (1.75 in x 17.5 in x 18 in) |
| Rack Form Factor | 1U |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Relative Humidity (operating) | 10% to 95% non-condensing |
| Certifications | UL, CE, FCC Class A |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L Cisco Catalyst switch
What does the Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L Cisco Catalyst switch do?
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L Cisco Catalyst switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L Cisco Catalyst switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48T-L Cisco Catalyst switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.