Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-WS-C4948E | Part #: WS-C4948E | MPN: WS-C4948E
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The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4948E operates with a forwarding architecture delivering 130.95 Mpps, enabling high-speed packet processing across enterprise networks with minimal latency. This 1U rack-mountable switch from Cisco combines 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T downlink ports with 4 x SFP+ uplink ports supporting both 1GbE and 10GbE connectivity, totaling 52 ports across the platform. With a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and MAC address table size of 55,000 entries, the WS-C4948E delivers the throughput and density required for mid-to-large enterprise deployments. The switch supports IEEE 802.3af and IEEE 802.3at power delivery with a PoE budget of 748 W when configured with an optional PoE power supply, making it suitable for powering networked devices across distributed facilities.
Network engineers and IT infrastructure teams select the Cisco Catalyst 4500 series for its robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, including support for static routing, RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP. The platform accommodates up to 4,094 VLANs per IEEE 802.1Q standards and implements multiple spanning tree protocols—IEEE 802.1D STP, Rapid PVST+, and IEEE 802.1s MSTP—ensuring redundancy and loop-free topologies. Security is integral, with IEEE 802.1X authentication, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, DHCP Snooping, Port Security, and ACLs protecting network segments. Hardware-based QoS with 8 egress queues per port, DSCP and CoS marking, and traffic policing provide granular bandwidth management. Full IPv6 support and comprehensive management options via CLI, SSH, Telnet, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, and RMON enable seamless integration into modern network operations centers.
Whether you are standardizing on Cisco infrastructure or expanding your switching fabric, the WS-C4948E represents a proven, feature-rich solution for enterprise-grade switching. Contact Omnixon Global today to request a quotation and explore volume pricing, lead times, and technical specifications tailored to your deployment requirements.
```| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-WS-C4948E |
| Part Number | WS-C4948E |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Interface | GbE |
| Product Series | Cisco Catalyst 4500 |
| Form Factor | 1U rack-mountable |
| Total Ports | 52 |
| Downlink Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x SFP+ (1GbE / 10GbE) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 130.95 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table Size | 55,000 entries |
| PoE Support | IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| PoE Budget | 748 W (with optional PoE power supply) |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Routing Protocols | Static routing, RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP |
| VLAN Support | Up to 4,094 VLANs (IEEE 802.1Q) |
| Spanning Tree | IEEE 802.1D STP, Rapid PVST+, IEEE 802.1s MSTP |
| IPv6 Support | Yes |
| QoS | Hardware-based QoS with 8 egress queues per port; DSCP, CoS marking and policing |
| Security Features | IEEE 802.1X, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, DHCP Snooping, Port Security, ACLs |
| Management | CLI (Console/SSH/Telnet), SNMPv1/v2c/v3, RMON |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS Software |
| Power Supply | Redundant power supply supported; AC and DC options available |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.75 x 17.5 x 16.9 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 42.9 cm) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4948E 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.
The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4948E 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.