Cisco WS-C3850-48XS-S Catalyst 3850 48 Port 10G Fiber Switch WSC385048XSS

Description:

The Cisco WS-C3850-48XS-S Managed Ethernet Switch is used in enterprise network infrastructure to provide high-density 10 Gigabit fiber connectivity and advanced Layer 3 switching for campus core and distribution networks. Commonly installed in enterprise data centers, campus network aggregation layers, and corporate IT infrastructures requiring scalable high-speed fiber switching. Maintenance teams, network administrators, and system integrators use this switch for infrastructure upgrades, network expansion, or replacement of existing high-capacity fiber switches.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C3850-48XS-S Managed Ethernet Switch is used in enterprise and campus networks to support high-speed fiber communication between distribution switches, servers, and core network infrastructure. Commonly deployed in corporate data centers, educational campuses, government networks, and large enterprise environments where 10 Gigabit fiber connectivity improves network performance and scalability. Maintenance teams, network engineers, and system integrators install this switch to support network modernization, backbone expansion, and replacement of aging enterprise fiber switching equipment.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Cisco
• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C3850-48XS-S
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series
• Total Ports: 48
• Ethernet Ports: 48 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ fiber ports
• Uplink Ports: Integrated 10 Gigabit uplink capability
• Switching Capacity: Up to 640 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 480 Mpps
• Management Type: Layer 2 / Layer 3 Managed Switch
• Network Features: VLAN, QoS, SNMP, IPv4/IPv6 routing, advanced security features
• Mounting Type: Rack Mount
• Power Supply: Redundant power supply support
• Cooling: Internal fan cooling system
• Enclosure: Enterprise-grade metal chassis

Common Replacements:

• Cisco C9300-48S-A Managed Ethernet Switch
• Cisco WS-C3850-24XS-S Managed Ethernet Switch
• Cisco C9500-40X-A Managed Ethernet Switch