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C9300-48H-A= Overview
C9300-48H-A= is part of the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series, engineered with a modern modular architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations to deliver high performance and reliable network connectivity in enterprise environments. Its design emphasizes scalability and low latency, making it suitable for dynamic campus networks and critical business applications.
C9300-48H-A= offers versatile power options with an AC power supply configuration and robust stacking capabilities, enabling seamless network expansion. Equipped with 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports, this switch is designed to meet the high-density connectivity demands of modern enterprise, branch, and campus networks.
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C9300-48H-A= Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Weight
- 25 lbs
- Switching Capacity
- 480 Gbps
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Power Consumption
- 350W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300-48H-A=
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port Fixed-Configuration Switch
C9300-48H-A= Use Case
High-Density IoT and PoE+ Edge Deployment
In a global manufacturing plant deploying hundreds of automated sensors, cameras and Wi-Fi 6 access points, the C9300-48H-A=-SPARE Catalyst 9300 48-port UPOE+ with Network Advantage delivers 30W per port and granular power budgeting. Integrated Cisco DNA Center automation and policy enforcement ensure zero-touch provisioning, seamless firmware updates and real-time device profiling. Outcome: Streamlined OT/IT convergence, 40% faster device on-boarding and guaranteed uptime for mission-critical production lines.
Secure Campus Core with Segmentation and Analytics
A large university data center uses the C9300-48H-A=-SPARE Catalyst 9300 switch as its campus core to support student labs, VoIP endpoints and SSL-decrypted traffic inspection. With Network Advantage features like TrustSec segmentation, Encrypted Traffic Analytics and embedded MACsec, the switch isolates thousands of users into dynamic policy groups and thwarts lateral threats. Outcome: 70% reduction in breach surface, automated compliance reporting and consistent policy enforcement across wired and wireless campuses.
Unified Voice, Video and Wi-Fi Aggregation for Financial Services
A multinational bank’s regional hub implements the C9300-48H-A=-SPARE for converged voice, video conferencing and guest Wi-Fi. UPOE+ powers IP phones, HD cameras and digital signage from a single 48-port chassis, while Network Advantage enables advanced QoS, VXLAN EVPN and dynamic routing for multi-site connectivity. Outcome: 99.99% availability SLAs, 50% lower cabling complexity and deterministic performance for latency-sensitive trading applications.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9300-48H-A= |  C9300-48T-A |  C9300-48S-E |  C9300-24T-E |  C9300-48UMX-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 14.3 inches | 13.1 inches | 11 inches | 18.3 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | LAN Base | LAN Base | LAN Lite | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9300-48H-A= | C9300-48T-A | C9300-48S-E | C9300-24T-E | C9300-48UMX-A |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | N/A |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | N/A | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 1G SFP uplink ports | N/A | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ ports |
| Power Consumption | 350W | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply with Redundant Options |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port Fixed-Configuration Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48T-A | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48S-E | Cisco Catalyst 9300-24T-E | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48UMX-A |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 48 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 1G / 10G | 1G | 10G |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 23 lbs | 41 lbs | 15 lbs | 24 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Franklin
5
Good option for inventory and continuity planning.
B
Brian Douglas
5
Build quality consistent with Cisco standards.
J
Jason Stewart
5
Useful spare for critical environments.
M
Mark Anderson
5
Helps reduce downtime risk.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Spare Catalyst 9300 48Port UPOE+ Network Advantage (SKU: C9300-48H-A=)?
The Cisco C9300-48H-A= is a factory-certified spare switch unit for the Catalyst 9300 series, featuring 48 Universal Power over Ethernet Plus (UPOE+) ports and a preinstalled Network Advantage software license for advanced enterprise networking.
Which environments are best suited for the C9300-48H-A=?
This model is ideal for medium to large campus access and branch deployments requiring high-density PoE, advanced security, and automation capabilities in enterprise and service provider networks.
How many UPOE+ ports does the C9300-48H-A= provide and what is the wattage per port?
It offers 48 fixed 1G UPOE+ RJ-45 ports delivering up to 60W per port (IEEE 802.3bt), supporting high-power devices such as wireless access points and pan-tilt-zoom cameras.
Does the C9300-48H-A= include a Network Advantage license?
Yes, the C9300-48H-A= ships with the Cisco Network Advantage license pre-activated, unlocking advanced Layer 3 routing, Segment Routing, MPLS, SD-Access, and security features.
What advanced features are enabled by the Network Advantage license?
Network Advantage provides support for advanced routing protocols (OSPFv3, BGP), MPLS, EVPN, software-defined access (SD-Access), Cisco DNA Center integration, and macro-segmentation services.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding performance of this switch?
The unit delivers up to 176 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 154.76 Mpps, ensuring wire-speed performance for high-throughput environments.
Can the C9300-48H-A= be stacked, and what is the maximum stack bandwidth?
Yes, it supports Cisco StackWise-480 with up to 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth, allowing you to manage up to eight switches as a single logical unit.
What power supply configurations and power budget does the C9300-48H-A= support?
It supports dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies (PSU-715-AC=) delivering a combined 1,440W PoE budget, sufficient for powering all 48 UPOE+ ports at up to 30W each simultaneously.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the spare unit?
The switch measures 1.72 x 17.5 x 20.5 inches (4.4 x 44.5 x 52 cm) and weighs approximately 20.35 lbs (9.23 kg) fully loaded, fitting standard 19-inch racks.
What warranty and support options come with the C9300-48H-A=?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90-day limited software warranty; extended support and next-business-day replacement are available through Cisco SMARTnet subscriptions.
How do I install the C9300-48H-A= as a spare in an existing Catalyst 9300 stack?
Power down the target switch, replace the faulty unit with the C9300-48H-A=, reconnect stack and uplink cables, power up, and the new spare will automatically join the stack and inherit configuration.
Is the C9300-48H-A= compatible with existing Catalyst 9300 series modules and accessories?
Yes, it is fully compatible with all Catalyst 9300 accessories, including uplink modules (C9300-X series), stacking cables, and Cisco DNA Center plug-ins.
How can I verify the authenticity of my Cisco spare unit?
Use the Cisco Serial Number Lookup Tool on Cisco.com to confirm OEM status by entering the serial number printed on the chassis label.
What typical use cases does the Catalyst 9300 48Port UPOE+ serve?
Common applications include high-density VoIP deployments, wireless LAN aggregation, video surveillance, digital signage, and edge computing in enterprise and campus networks.
Can I upgrade the firmware on the C9300-48H-A= and how?
Yes, you can upgrade using Cisco IOS XE images via USB, TFTP, or Cisco DNA Center for automated, zero-touch software upgrades.
Where can I purchase the Cisco C9300-48H-A= and what is the typical lead time?
You can order through authorized Cisco partners, distributors, or Cisco’s online store; typical delivery times range from 3 to 7 business days depending on stock availability.