Cisco WS-C3850-48PW-S Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE WSC385048PWS

Description:

The Cisco WS-C3850-48PW-S Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Full PoE Switch is used in enterprise network infrastructures to provide high-performance Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with integrated Power over Ethernet (PoE) for connected network devices. This switch is designed to support converged wired and wireless access networks, delivering centralized management, high switching capacity, and reliable connectivity for large-scale business environments. It enables organizations to power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras directly through Ethernet ports while maintaining secure and efficient network traffic management. Network administrators and system integrators commonly use this switch for repair, retrofit, expansion, or replacement in enterprise campus networks and managed IT infrastructures.

Applications:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48PW-S switch is commonly deployed in enterprise campus networks, corporate IT environments, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and large office buildings where reliable network switching and PoE device connectivity are required. It is typically installed in network closets and distribution layers to connect computers, wireless access points, IP telephony systems, surveillance cameras, and other Ethernet-enabled devices while supporting centralized network management and scalable data traffic handling.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C3850-48PW-S
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850
• Total Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• PoE Capability: Full Power over Ethernet (PoE+) support
• Maximum PoE Budget: Up to 435 W (depending on power supply configuration)
• Uplink Module Slot: Network module slot for optional uplink modules
• Switching Capacity: Up to 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 130.95 Mpps
• Layer Support: Layer 3 switching capabilities
• Stack Technology: Cisco StackWise-480 stacking support
• Network Management: CLI, SNMP, Web UI, Cisco management platforms
• Security Features: 802.1X authentication, ACLs, port security
• VLAN Support: IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging
• Quality of Service (QoS): Advanced traffic prioritization
• Mounting Type: Rack mountable (1U form factor)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C

Common Replacements:

• Cisco C9300-48P-E Catalyst 9300 48-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L Catalyst 2960X 48-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco CBS350-48P-4X Managed Gigabit PoE Switch