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C9300-48P-A
CATALYST 9300 48PORT POE+ NTWK ADVANTAGE LICS REQUIRED
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C9300-48P-A Overview
C9300-48P-A is a high-performance, fixed-configuration stackable switch built on a robust architecture that supports both Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing, making it ideal for enterprise campus deployments. This model offers advanced power options with an AC power supply and integrates 48 PoE+ Ethernet ports along with 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports, ensuring optimal connectivity and power delivery to network devices.
Designed for scalability and future growth, the C9300-48P-A supports sophisticated stacking capabilities to simplify network management while delivering impressive switching capacity. Its performance-oriented architecture makes it suitable for diverse use cases including digital workspaces, IoT deployments, and high-density campus environments where reliability and efficient power management are critical.
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C9300-48P-A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 370 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300-48P-A
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 480 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9300-48P-A Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Depth
- 12.0 inches
- Weight
- 23 lbs
C9300-48P-A Use Case
Smart Building IoT & Surveillance with C9300-48P-A Catalyst 9300 PoE+ Switch
In a commercial high-rise, the C9300-48P-A Catalyst 9300 48-port PoE+ with Network Advantage license powers and secures up to 48 IP cameras, environmental sensors and badge readers. Leveraging advanced segmentation, encrypted traffic analytics and automated QoS policies, IT teams gain centralized visibility, zero-touch provisioning and real-time threat protection. Benefit: consolidated PoE delivery, simplified IoT onboarding and bullet-proof security reduce deployment time by 40% and cut operational risk.
Campus Wi-Fi 6 Aggregation & SD-Access Fabric Deployment
At a large university campus, the C9300-48P-A aggregates 200+ Wi-Fi 6 access points over 48 PoE+ ports and delivers 60 Gbps stacking bandwidth. With the Network Advantage license, SD-Access fabric automates policy enforcement, guest onboarding and micro-segmentation across dorms and labs. Benefit: automated provisioning, dynamic user policy and 30% faster troubleshooting enhance wireless performance and secure access for 25,000 students.
Branch Office Converged Voice, Video & Data Edge
For a distributed enterprise with 100 branch sites, the C9300-48P-A provides high-density PoE+ to power VoIP phones, video conferencing endpoints and 802.11ax APs. Network Advantage features—advanced QoS, StackWise resiliency and encrypted traffic analytics—ensure crystal-clear voice quality, zero packet loss and proactive threat detection. Benefit: unified edge switch simplifies remote configuration, cuts cabling costs by 35%, and delivers SLA-grade voice/video performance.
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Product Comparison Table
 C9300-48P-A |  C9300L-24UXG-2Q-E |  C9300L-48PF-4X-E |  C9300-24U-A |  C9300-24P-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.0 inches | 12 inches | 12 inches | 14.80 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Base | 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 | C9300-48P-A | C9300L-24UXG-2Q-E | C9300L-48PF-4X-E | C9300-24U-A | C9300-24P-A |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports, 2 x 10G/40G QSFP+ fixed uplink ports | 48 10/100/1000 PoE ports; 4 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | N/A | 370 W | 150 W | 370W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48P-A Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9300L-24UXG-2Q-E Unified Access Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9300L-48PF-4X-E | Cisco Catalyst 9300-24U-A | Cisco Catalyst 9300-24P-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 | No | No | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | N/A | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 10G | 10G | 1G | 1G / 10G |
| Weight | 23 lbs | 23 lbs | 26.5 lbs | 16.2 lbs | 14 lbs |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.54 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Steven Caldwell
4
Network Advantage licensing adds strong routing and security capabilities.
M
Matthew Turner
5
Stable switch powering phones and access points without issues.
R
Robert Hayes
3
Consistent uptime and predictable throughput in production use.
A
Andrew Lawson
4
Well-suited for enterprise campus access layers.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port PoE+ switch (C9300-48P-A)?
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port PoE+ (SKU: C9300-48P-A) is a stackable enterprise switch offering 48 PoE+ ports, advanced Layer 3 features, and Network Advantage licensing for optimized performance and security.
What are the key benefits of the Network Advantage license on the Catalyst 9300-48P-A?
The Network Advantage license unlocks advanced routing, multicast, and segment routing features, as well as full TrustSec and enhanced security capabilities for large-scale deployments.
How much PoE+ power budget does the Catalyst 9300-48P-A support?
The Catalyst 9300-48P-A supports a total PoE+ power budget of up to 740 W, delivering up to 30 W per port to power devices like IP phones and wireless access points.
Can I stack multiple C9300-48P-A switches?
Yes, you can stack up to eight Catalyst 9300 switches, including the C9300-48P-A, using Cisco StackWise-480 technology for simplified management and resiliency.