Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48U-S Cisco Catalyst switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-WS-C3850-48U-S | Part #: WS-C3850-48U-S | MPN: WS-C3850-48U-S
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About the Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48U-S Cisco Catalyst switch
With a total PoE power budget of 1,440W and a maximum per-port delivery of 60W, the Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48U-S delivers enterprise-grade power distribution across all connected devices. This managed stackable Layer 3 switch is engineered for network engineers and IT procurement teams seeking reliable, high-capacity infrastructure that combines extensive PoE capabilities with robust switching performance.
The Catalyst 3850 runs Cisco IOS XE with IP Base feature set, offering 48 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 UPOE ports plus one Network Module slot for future expansion. Built on stackable architecture with Cisco StackWise-480 technology, this platform supports up to nine stack members and delivers 480 Gbps of inter-stack bandwidth. With a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps, the WS-C3850-48U-S is built to handle demanding enterprise deployments. The switch maintains a MAC address table of 32,000 entries, supports 4,094 VLANs, and provides hardware-based IPv4 routing for 16,000 routes, making it suitable for complex network topologies.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Part Number: WS-C3850-48U-S
- Switch Type: Managed Stackable Layer 3
- Total Ports: 48 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 UPOE + 1 Network Module slot
- PoE Power Budget: 1,440W total; 60W maximum per port
- Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: 130.95 Mpps
- Stack Technology: Cisco StackWise-480 with 480 Gbps bandwidth; supports up to 9 members
- VLAN Support: 4,094
- Operating System: Cisco IOS XE
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-WS-C3850-48U-S |
| Part Number | WS-C3850-48U-S |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 48U |
| Product Series | Cisco Catalyst 3850 |
| Switch Type | Managed Stackable Layer 3 |
| Software Feature Set | IP Base (Standard) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Total Ports | 48 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 UPOE + 1 Network Module slot |
| PoE Standard | UPOE (Universal Power over Ethernet, IEEE 802.3bt precursor) |
| PoE Power per Port (Max) | 60W |
| Total PoE Power Budget | 1,440W (with appropriate dual power supply configuration) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 130.95 Mpps |
| Stacking Technology | Cisco StackWise-480 |
| Stack Bandwidth | 480 Gbps |
| Maximum Stack Members | 9 |
| Network Module Slots | 1 |
| Supported Uplink Modules | 4x1G SFP, 4x10G SFP+, 2x40G QSFP+ (via optional network modules) |
| MAC Address Table Size | 32,000 entries |
| IPv4 Routes (hardware) | 16,000 |
| VLAN Support | 4,094 |
| Redundant Power Supply | Supported (hot-swappable, sold separately) |
| Form Factor | 1 RU rack-mountable |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.45 cm x 44.5 cm x 46.99 cm (1.75 in x 17.5 in x 18.5 in) |
| Weight | Approximately 7.7 kg (17 lbs) base configuration |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48U-S Cisco Catalyst switch
What does the Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48U-S Cisco Catalyst switch do?
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48U-S 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-C3850-48U-S Cisco Catalyst switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48U-S 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.