Cisco WS-C3850-48P-S 3850 Series Switch With C3850-NM-2-10G and Dual Power Supply WSC385048PS

Description:

The Cisco WS-C3850-48P-S Catalyst 3850 Series Switch is used in enterprise network infrastructures to provide managed Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with integrated Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) for connected network devices. This switch includes 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and is equipped with the C3850-NM-2-10G network module for high-speed 10 Gigabit uplink connectivity, enabling scalable network performance and efficient data transport across enterprise networks. Designed for campus access layer deployments, it supports advanced traffic management, network segmentation, and centralized wired and wireless network control through Cisco IOS software. Network administrators and system integrators commonly deploy this switch for repair, retrofit, expansion, or replacement in enterprise LAN environments and campus network infrastructures.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C3850-48P-S switch is commonly deployed in enterprise campus networks, corporate office buildings, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities where reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and PoE-powered device support are required. It is typically installed in network closets and communication cabinets to connect workstations, IP phones, wireless access points, and IP surveillance systems while supporting centralized network management and scalable data traffic across the enterprise network.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C3850-48P-S
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850
• Total Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at PoE+
• PoE Capability: Supports PoE+ for powered devices
• Uplink Module: C3850-NM-2-10G network module installed
• Uplink Ports: 2 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports
• Switching Capacity: Up to 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 130.95 Mpps
• Stack Technology: Cisco StackWise-480 support
• Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
• Power Supply: Dual redundant power supply configuration
• Network Management: CLI, SNMP, Web UI, Cisco network management tools
• Mounting Type: Rack mountable (1U form factor)
• Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 45°C

Common Replacements:

• Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P-E 48-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960X-48FPD-L 48-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco CBS350-48P-4X Managed Gigabit PoE Switch