Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L 8x10GB Switch

Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L — Reliable, Scalable, and High-Performance Enterprise Switch

Introduction

The Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L is a powerful and scalable enterprise-grade network switch designed to provide a flexible, future-proof solution for growing businesses and organizations. Whether you’re a small enterprise scaling up or a large enterprise adding capacity to your core network, the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L delivers a perfect blend of resiliency, high port density, and multigigabit performance — all in a compact 1RU form factor.

This remarkable switch comes with 48 1G Ethernet ports and 8 10G SFP+ uplinks, offering you a rich array of connectivity options to match your network’s unique needs. With a forwarding rate designed to handle heavy workloads, the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L lets you consolidate and simplify your network architecture without compromising on performance or reliability.

Why Choose the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L?

Today’s enterprise networks face numerous demands — growing number of devices, large amounts of data, multimedia-rich applications, and the need for high resiliency and security. The Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L is designed to meet these demands head-on. It combines high port density, multigigabit speeds, stackability, and enterprise-grade resiliency in a form factor that is adaptable and scalable.

With 8 10G SFP+ uplinks, the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L lets you connect to your core network at high speeds and consolidate numerous links into a unified, scalable architecture. Furthermore, this powerful enterprise switch supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing, allowing you to implement sophisticated policy controls, redundancy, and load balancing across your network.

Applications and Deployment Scenarios

The Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L is well-suited for a range of enterprise scenarios, including:

Campus Access Layers:
Positioned at the edge of your enterprise network, the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L efficiently aggregates wired devices — from smartphones and PCs to wireless routers and IP cameras — while delivering power, control, and visibility all from a single platform.

Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises:
For growing businesses, the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L is a scalable solution to connect all their computing resources through a unified, resilient, and adaptable network — without needing to overhaul their architecture in the future.

Distribution Layers:
In large enterprise campuses and service providers’ networks, the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L can serve as a distribution-layer switch, delivering high throughput and low latency to connect numerous edge switches and routers.

Hyperconverged and Storage Networks:
With its multigigabit speeds and low latency, It is an ideal match for hyperconverged clusters and storage networks — simplifying data flow and reducing bottlenecks across the enterprise.

Advantages:

Scalable:
Support for stackable configuration lets you connect multiple Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L switches into a unified stack — adding capacity without adding complexity.

High Availability:
Redundant power supplies and fans, combined with stackable architecture, help minimize service disruptions and maximize network resiliency.

Security:
Support for extensive ACLs, port security, and 802.1X authentication lets you control, restrict, and track network activity in detail — protecting your enterprise from unauthorized access.

Management:
Using Cisco IOS, you have a unified, well-understood CLI and a rich suite of automation and orchestration capabilities. its also supports industry-native standards and protocols to integrate smoothly into multivendor and multihierarchical networks.

Summary

The Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L is much more than just a network switch — it’s a scalable, adaptable, and powerful platform designed to handle the growing demands of enterprise networks. With its combination of high port density, multigigabit speeds, advanced routing and switching capabilities, and stackable architecture, the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L lets you consolidate, simplify, and future-proof your enterprise network.

Whether you’re extending your wired enterprise, adding a distribution layer, or designing a scalable storage network, the Cisco WS-C3850-12X48U-L is a perfect match for your needs — delivering robust, flexible, and cost-effective networking for years to come.

For more details, you can find the datasheet on our website at the following link :

Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Switches Datasheet