Cisco WS-C3850-48 4SFP x10GB Switch

Cisco WS-C3850-48 4SFP x10GB — The Ultimate Enterprise Solution for High-Performance, PoE+, and 10G Uplink Connectivity

Introduction

The Cisco WS-C3850-48 4SFP x10GB is a powerful, scalable, and versatile enterprise-grade network switch designed to handle the growing demands of modern businesses and large organizations. Providing 48 1G BASE-T PoE+ ports and 4 10G SFP+ uplinks, this remarkable piece of hardware combines rich Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality with enterprise-level resiliency, power delivery, and bandwidth — all in a compact 1RU form factor. Whether you’re developing a large enterprise network, adding redundancy to your distribution layer, or extending wired service to a growing number of endpoints, the Cisco WS-C3850-48 delivers a scalable, flexible, and future-proof solution.

Why Choose the Cisco WS-C3850-48?

Today’s enterprise networks are more connected and more sophisticated than ever. The Cisco WS-C3850-48 4SFP x10GB  is designed to meet these growing demands by offering robust functionality, high port density, Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), and 10G uplinks — all within a single, adaptable platform.

Applications and Deployment Scenarios

Access Layers:
For large enterprises and campuses, the Cisco WS-C3850-48 4SFP x10GB performs exceptionally well at the access layer. It provides high port density to connect numerous endpoints — smartphones, IP cameras, wireless access points, and more — while delivering power directly to those devices through PoE+, reducing the need for separate power sources.

Distribution Layers:
The 4 10G SFP+ uplinks allow for fast, reliable distribution links back to the core. The Cisco WS-C3850-48 4SFP x10GB can consolidate numerous edge switches into a unified distribution layer, simplifying network architecture and reducing points of failure.

Small and Medium Enterprises:
For growing businesses, this Versatile, Stackable, and Fully Managed Switch can serve as the center of their enterprise network. The combination of 48 1G PoE+ and 4 10G uplinks lets small and medium enterprises connect all their endpoints and link back to their main routers or data centers with ease.

Advantages of the Cisco WS-C3850-48

Scalable:
Support for stackable configuration lets you connect multiple Cisco WS-C3850-48 4SFP x10GB switches into a unified stack. That means you can scale port density and resiliency without adding complexity to your network.

PoE+:
With Power over Ethernet Plus, the Cisco WS-C3850-48 4SFP x10GB can directly power smartphones, IP cameras, wireless routers, and other PoE-enabled devices — simplifying your cabling, reducing installation costs, and adding flexibility to your network deployment.

High Availability:
Redundant power, stackable architecture, and fast resiliency protocols (such as EtherChannel, Spanning Tree, and HSRP) all combine to minimize service disruptions and maximize network availability.

Security:
Comprehensive Security mechanisms — from Access Control Lists (ACLs) and port security to 802.1X authentication — help you control, restrict, and track all network activity on your Cisco WS-C3850-48.

Management:
Using Cisco IOS, you have a unified, well-understood CLI alongside rich orchestration and automation capabilities. The Cisco WS-C3850-48 supports industry-native protocols to integrate smoothly into multivendor, multihierarchical networks.

Summary

The Cisco WS-C3850-48 is much more than just a network switch — it’s a scalable, adaptable, and powerful platform designed to handle growing enterprise needs. With its combination of high port density, multigigabit speeds, advanced routing and switching capabilities, stackable architecture, and Power over Ethernet Plus, the Cisco WS-C3850-48 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 and reliable network for your growing organization, the Cisco WS-C3850-48 is a perfect match — 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