Cisco WS-C3850-48P-E 3850 Series Switch With C3850-NM-4-1G and Single Power Supply WSC385048PE

Description:

The Cisco WS-C3850-48P-E Catalyst 3850 Series Switch with C3850-NM-4-1G uplink module (WSC385048PE) is used in enterprise network infrastructures to provide high-performance Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with integrated Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) support for connected network devices. This switch features 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports capable of delivering power and data to devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and IP surveillance cameras. It includes the C3850-NM-4-1G network module, which provides four 1 Gigabit SFP uplink interfaces for high-speed connectivity to distribution or core network layers. As part of the Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series, the switch supports advanced switching capabilities, Cisco StackWise-480 technology for switch stacking, and centralized network management through Cisco IOS XE software, enabling scalable and reliable enterprise network deployments.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C3850-48P-E switch is commonly deployed in enterprise campus networks, corporate offices, educational institutions, and commercial facilities where high-density PoE-enabled device connectivity is required. It is widely used to power and connect VoIP phones, wireless access points, IP cameras, and other Ethernet-enabled devices while providing reliable access-layer switching. The switch is also suitable for environments that require scalable LAN infrastructure with centralized network monitoring and management.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C3850-48P-E
• Alternate Part Number: WSC385048PE
• Brand: Cisco
• Product Series: Catalyst 3850
• Product Type: Managed Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Switch
• Total Ports: 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Port Speed: 10/100/1000 Mbps auto-negotiating
• PoE Support: PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)
• PoE Power Budget: Up to 715 Watts (depending on power supply)
• Uplink Module: C3850-NM-4-1G network module included
• Uplink Ports: 4 x 1 Gigabit SFP uplink interfaces
• Switching Capability: Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
• Stack Technology: Cisco StackWise-480
• Management Software: Cisco IOS XE
• Power Supply: Single power supply installed
• Mounting Type: Rack-mountable (1U)
• Application Environment: Enterprise campus and branch networks

Common Replacements:

• Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P-E 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch
• Cisco Catalyst C9200-48P-E 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch
• Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48PS-E 48-Port PoE+ Network Switch