Cisco WS-C3850-48P-E Gigabit Ethernet PoE Switch

The Cisco WS-C3850-48P-E Catalyst Switch is a 48-port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ switch built for enterprise campus networks, delivering Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with integrated Power over Ethernet Plus to power IP phones, wireless access points, and IP cameras. It supports VLAN segmentation, traffic prioritization, and scalable management, with a PoE budget up to 715 W and dual power supply capability for redundancy. Part of the Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series, it enables Cisco’s unified access architecture—combining wired and wireless management on a single platform—and runs Cisco IOS software with an enterprise feature set. The switch provides modular uplink network module support, is rack-mountable, and is designed for deployment in data closets and enterprise campuses. With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, it offers high-density connectivity for dense device deployments while maintaining enterprise-grade reliability. Typical applications include connecting workstations, VoIP phones, wireless APs, and IP surveillance systems across corporate offices, educational campuses, healthcare facilities, retail stores, and government institutions.