Cisco WS-C3850-48U-S Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48U-S is a 48-port Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch that delivers enterprise-grade routing performance with up to 176 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps. It provides 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with Universal Power over Ethernet (UPOE) support to power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras, making it suitable for office buildings, campuses, data centers, and IP surveillance deployments. Uplink connectivity is via modular SFP/SFP+ slots, while the device supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and runs Cisco IOS for centralized management. Management is accessible through CLI, SNMP, and web-based interfaces, and the switch is rack-mountable in a 1U form factor with an internal power supply. Operating temperature ranges from 0 °C to 45 °C, and it carries a 1-year warranty. Common replacements include Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48T-S Ethernet Switch, Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48PS-S Managed Switch, and Cisco C9300-48P-A Network Switch.