Cisco WS-C3650-48FD-L Ethernet Layer 3 Switch

The Cisco WS-C3650-48FD-L is a 1U Catalyst 3650 switch that delivers Layer 3 switching with 48 PoE+ downlink ports and two 10 Gb uplink ports. Standalone with optional StackWise-160 stacking, it scales from a single chassis to a stacked fabric for larger campuses or distribution layers. Each of the 48 downlink ports supports 10/100/1000 Mbps with PoE+ to power IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points directly from the switch, reducing cabling and power adapters. The two 10 Gb uplink ports (SFP+) provide high-capacity connections to core routers or aggregation switches, supporting uplink redundancy and link aggregation as needed. The unit is powered by a 1025 W AC power supply, built for reliability in enterprise environments, and occupies 1 rack unit. It runs Cisco IOS XE with the LAN Base feature set, delivering integrated routing, basic security, and quality-of-service capabilities for mixed-use networks. This model is designed for edge and distribution deployments where PoE delivery, centralized management, and scalable uplinks are important—ideal for campus access layers, small to mid-size offices, or retail networks that require robust PoE support and simple expansion through stacking.