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C9300-48U-A
CATALYST 9300 48PORT UPOE NETWORK ADVANTAGE LICS REQUIRED
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C9300-48U-A Overview
C9300-48U-A is a high-performance enterprise switch built on the advanced Catalyst 9300 architecture, offering robust routing and switching capabilities designed for modern digital networks. It features versatile power options with an AC power supply, a flexible array of 48 universal 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, and four dedicated SFP uplink ports that support both 1G and 10G connections.
C9300-48U-A supports industry-leading stacking technology for effortless scalability and redundancy across network deployments. Delivering optimized throughput and energy efficiency, this switch is ideal for campus LANs, branch networks, and environments demanding secure, reliable connectivity for applications such as wireless access, IoT integration, and data center interconnect.
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C9300-48U-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
- 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
- Power Consumption
- 365 W
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Weight
- 24 lbs
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Width
- 17 inches
- Switching Capacity
- 480 Gbps
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G / 10G
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300-48U-A
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 1G/10G SFP uplink ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9300 48U-A
C9300-48U-A Use Case
Smart Enterprise Campus Wireless & IoT Convergence
In a large corporate campus environment, the Catalyst 9300 48-port uPoE switch powers Wi-Fi 6 access points, environmental sensors and digital signage over a single network fabric. Leveraging the Network Advantage license, IT teams implement Cisco DNA Center for automated policy enforcement, dynamic network segmentation (VXLAN/SD-Access) and advanced QoS for real-time analytics. Benefit: simplified PoE provisioning, scalable high-bandwidth wireless, unified IoT management and enhanced network security.
Multi-Tenant Data Center Edge Aggregation with Secure Routing
At the edge of a multi-tenant data center, the C9300-48U-A serves as a high-power aggregation switch, delivering up to 740W for IP cameras, access control and VoIP devices. With Network Advantage License, administrators activate advanced routing (OSPF, BGP), MPLS and EVPN for tenant isolation and optimized east-west traffic. Benefit: high-density uPoE, robust multi-tenant segmentation, predictable performance and simplified network operations.
Industrial Automation & Remote Surveillance in Manufacturing
Within a manufacturing facility, the Catalyst 9300 48-port uPoE switch powers SCADA controllers, AI-driven video cameras and wireless sensors on the production floor. Network Advantage features like VRF-Lite, device profiling and encrypted microsegmentation ensure deterministic performance and secure operational technology (OT) networks. Benefit: reduced downtime, centralized PoE management, end-to-end QoS and fortified OT security.
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Product Comparison Table
 C9300-48U-A |  C9300-48T-E |  C9300-24T-E |  C9300-48UMX-A |  C9300-24P-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 11.5 inches | 11 inches | 18.3 inches | 11.4 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | LAN Base | LAN Lite | 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 | C9300-48U-A | C9300-48T-E | C9300-24T-E | C9300-48UMX-A | C9300-24P-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | N/A | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 1G/10G SFP uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports | 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 | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 365 W | 195 W | N/A | N/A | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply with Redundant Options | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9300 48U-A | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48T-E | Cisco Catalyst 9300-24T-E | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48UMX-A | Cisco Catalyst 9300-24P-E |
| 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 | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G / 10G | 1G | 1G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 24 lbs | 15 lbs | 15 lbs | 24 lbs | 13.2 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Walsh
4
Advanced features improve segmentation and control.
B
Brian Matthews
5
Reliable under sustained high power loads.
J
Jason Turner
3
Consistent performance in campus environments.
M
Mark Lawson
4
Strong enterprise access solution.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9300 48U (C9300-48U-A)?
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 48U (C9300-48U-A) is a stackable enterprise switch providing 48 Universal Power over Ethernet (UPoE) ports, designed for high-density access layer deployments.
What are the key features of the C9300-48U-A switch?
Key features include 48 UPoE ports delivering up to 60W each, 1.44 Tbps stacking bandwidth, advanced security, wire-rate switching, and Cisco DNA software support.
Why is the Network Advantage license required for C9300-48U-A?
The Network Advantage license unlocks advanced Layer 3 routing, segment-routing, multicast, and enhanced security features essential for enterprise networks.
How much PoE power does each port on the C9300-48U-A support?
Each of the 48 ports supports up to 60W with UPoE, delivering sufficient power for high-performance wireless access points, cameras, and IoT devices.