Cisco C9300-48P-A Catalyst 9300 48-port PoE+ Switch C930048PA

Description:

The Cisco C9300-48P-A Catalyst 9300 48-Port PoE+ Switch is used in enterprise network infrastructures to provide high-performance Layer 3 switching with Power over Ethernet capability for connected devices. It supports advanced network management, secure connectivity, and scalable switching for modern enterprise environments while delivering PoE+ power to devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras. Commonly installed in corporate campus networks, enterprise access layers, telecommunications systems, and large office infrastructures, this switch enables reliable data and power distribution across the network. Maintenance teams, network administrators, and system integrators use this switch for network expansion, infrastructure modernization, replacement of legacy switches, and deployment of high-performance enterprise switching platforms.

Applications:

The Cisco C9300-48P-A switch is used in enterprise and campus network environments where reliable managed switching and Power over Ethernet support are required. It is commonly deployed in corporate offices, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and enterprise IT infrastructures to provide network connectivity and electrical power to devices such as wireless access points, IP telephones, security cameras, and other network equipment.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): C9300-48P-A
• Brand: Cisco
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series
• Total Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at PoE+
• Maximum PoE Budget: Up to 740 W (depending on power supply configuration)
• Uplink Options: Modular network uplinks (SFP/SFP+ modules supported)
• Switching Capacity: Up to 480 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 357 Mpps
• Operating System: Cisco IOS XE
• Stacking Technology: Cisco StackWise-480
• Management Interface: CLI, SNMP, Web UI
• Form Factor: 1U Rack Mount
• Network Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3af, 802.3at

Common Replacements:

• Cisco C9200L-48P-4G-A Catalyst 9200L Switch
• Cisco C9300-48T-A Catalyst 9300 Switch
• Cisco WS-C3850-48P-S Catalyst 3850 Switch