Cisco WS-C3850-12S-S Managed Layer 3 Network Switch

The Cisco WS-C3850-12S-S Managed Network Switch is a Layer 3-capable Ethernet switch in the Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series, built for enterprise network infrastructure that requires high-performance fiber connectivity. It provides 12 SFP fiber ports for fiber-based links and supports modular uplinks via a network module slot, enabling flexible expansion in core and distribution layers. With a switching capacity of up to 92 Gbps and a forwarding rate of up to 68.4 Mpps, it handles VLAN, QoS, SNMP, IPv4/IPv6 routing, and advanced security features in both Layer 2 and Layer 3 modes. The unit uses an internal AC power supply and an internal cooling fan, comes in an enterprise-grade metal chassis, and is rack-mountable with included rack ears, making it suitable for data centers and campus networks. Common deployments include corporate offices, educational campuses, healthcare networks, and other enterprise environments needing scalable, secure managed switching to connect servers, storage, and core infrastructure devices.