Catalyst 1000 C1000-48T-4G-L 48-Port Switch

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches

SKU: CISCO-C1000-48T-4G-L-CATALYST-1000-48-PORT | Part #: CISCO-C1000-48T-4G-L-CATALYST-1000-48-PORT

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Cisco's Catalyst 1000 C1000-48T-4G-L operates as a pure Layer 2 switch with optional Layer 3 routing capabilities, but without support for advanced overlay technologies like VXLAN or EVPN. This architectural constraint positions it squarely in the access-layer or small-to-mid-sized branch office segment, where the control plane remains simple and predictable. Network engineers evaluating the CISCO-C1000-48T-4G-L-CATALYST-1000-48-PORT need to understand that this is not a fabric spine or leaf candidate; it is a straightforward, manageable aggregation point for traditional IP networks that do not require software-defined networking abstractions or multi-tenant segmentation at the switching layer.

The platform ships with 48 ports of 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connectivity, plus four dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports, delivering a total switching capacity of 176 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 130.95 million packets per second. For enterprises and data centre operators running legacy three-tier architectures or branch consolidation projects, this throughput is sufficient to handle moderate East-West traffic without bottlenecks. The Catalyst 1000 supports both CLI and web-based management via SNMP, allowing network operations teams to integrate the device into existing monitoring frameworks without needing specialized orchestration platforms. Cisco's implementation here is deliberate: simplicity and reliability trump feature density, which is exactly what a systems administrator managing dozens of sites across the GCC region needs when standardizing on a single platform.

Physical deployment of the C1000-48T-4G-L is flexible. The switch can be mounted in a standard 19-inch rack or positioned on a desktop, with modest dimensions of 17.5 by 1.7 by 11.7 inches and power consumption around 70 watts under typical load. This low power profile makes it practical for branch offices, retail sites, or small regional data centres where electrical budgets are tight. Cisco provides internal power supply options with redundancy available, ensuring that a single power failure does not take the entire switch offline. For network architects tasked with building resilient, cost-conscious networks across multiple countries, the CISCO-C1000-48T-4G-L-CATALYST-1000-48-PORT delivers the necessary reliability and uptime without inflating capital expenditure.

The real value proposition emerges when you compare total cost of ownership against more complex alternatives. This Cisco platform does not attempt to be a data centre spine, an SD-WAN edge, or a fabric node; it is engineered to be a dependable, manageable access switch that enterprises can deploy at scale without extensive training or specialized skills. A network engineer in Dubai managing connectivity for branch offices across Saudi Arabia, Oman, and India will find the familiar Catalyst command set, straightforward SNMP integration, and vendor support model reduce operational friction. The switch supports standard spanning tree and link aggregation, so multi-switch deployments follow time-tested best practices rather than requiring learning curves around new protocols or vendor-specific syntax.

Omnixon Global supplies the Cisco Catalyst 1000 C1000-48T-4G-L throughout the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and broader GCC region, as well as into Asia and Europe for enterprises requiring local stock and technical alignment. Our inventory supports both immediate deployment needs and planned rollouts, backed by our regional logistics infrastructure and direct relationship with Cisco. If your organization is evaluating this platform for branch consolidation, access-layer refresh, or small site connectivity, we invite you to submit an RFQ detailing your port requirements, uplink specifications, and timeline so we can confirm availability and discuss integration support.

Interface and Connectivity

• 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports for end-device and server connectivity
• 4 x 1 Gigabit SFP uplink ports enabling fiber-based backbone links or redundant distribution paths
• Switching capacity of 176 Gbps with forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps ensures wire-speed performance across all ports
• Layer 2 switching with Layer 3 routing options; no VXLAN, EVPN, or fabric support
• Redundant internal power supply available; approximately 70-watt power consumption at typical operating load
• Rack-mountable or desktop form factor with dimensions of 17.5 x 1.7 x 11.7 inches; fits standard 19-inch enclosures
• CLI, web UI, and SNMP management interfaces for integration into existing monitoring and provisioning systems