Cisco WS-X4448-GB-SFP Catalyst 4500 48-Port 1000Base-X WSX4448GBSFP

Description:

The Cisco WS-X4448-GB-SFP Catalyst 4500 48-Port 1000Base-X Line Card is used in Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series modular switches to provide high-density Gigabit Ethernet fiber connectivity for enterprise and campus network infrastructures. Commonly installed in corporate data centers, enterprise campus core networks, and large-scale switching environments where multiple fiber connections are required to link switches, servers, and network distribution systems. Network engineers and IT infrastructure teams use this module for switch expansion, fiber network upgrades, replacement of legacy line cards, and deployment of scalable fiber connectivity within Catalyst 4500 switching platforms.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-X4448-GB-SFP line card is widely used in enterprise and campus networking environments where modular switches require high-density fiber interfaces for network connectivity. It is commonly deployed in corporate campus networks, telecommunications facilities, data center access layers, and large institutional networks where Gigabit Ethernet fiber links connect distribution switches, aggregation systems, and high-performance servers within centralized switching infrastructures.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-X4448-GB-SFP
• Product Type: Ethernet Switch Line Card
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 4500
• Total Ports: 48 x 1000Base-X Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Interface Type: SFP fiber interfaces
• Port Speed: 1 Gigabit Ethernet per port
• Supported Media: Fiber optic via SFP transceivers
• Installation Type: Modular line card for Catalyst 4500 chassis
• Compatible Platforms: Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series switches
• Form Factor: Chassis-based switch module
• Network Standards: IEEE 802.3z Gigabit Ethernet
• Operating Environment: Enterprise campus and data center networks

Common Replacements:

• Cisco WS-X4648-SFP-E Catalyst 4500 Line Card
• Cisco WS-X4748-SFP-E Catalyst 4500 Line Card
• Cisco WS-X4624-SFP-E Catalyst 4500 Line Card