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C9300-48U-E Overview
C9300-48U-E is a managed Layer 3 Cisco Catalyst 9300 access switch for high-density powered copper edge designs. It provides 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports and an empty modular uplink bay; the bay accepts C9300-NM-4G, C9300-NM-8X, C9300-NM-2Q, C9300-NM-2Y, and C9300-NM-4M modules rather than shipping with uplink ports installed. Cisco UPOE power supports 48 powered access connections with an 822W budget from the default 1100W AC supply, so power is allocated across the access edge instead of treated as a fixed per-port draw. Fixed downlinks remain Gigabit Ethernet, while higher-speed fiber or multigigabit paths depend on the chosen module. The rack-mount 1U chassis belongs to the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series, the modular-uplink campus access family. C9300-48U-A shares the 48-port UPOE hardware profile, while its documented ordering distinction is Network Advantage instead of Network Essentials.
256 Gbps switching capacity delivers the nonblocking forwarding headroom expected from the 48-port Gigabit Ethernet Catalyst 9300 platform. 190.48 Mpps forwarding rate supports access traffic from wired endpoints before aggregation through the selected uplink module. 822W PoE budget supplies a shared power pool for phones, wireless access points, cameras, and other UPOE devices. OSPF, RIP, and EIGRP Stub place Network Essentials in the routed-access tier, while STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP, SVIs, QoS, 802.1X, and policy-based routing cover core access-layer control. C9300-48U-E carries 8 GB DRAM, 16 GB flash, a 16 MB packet buffer, and a 32000-entry MAC table, giving operators hardware resources for enterprise access control, monitoring, and IOS XE administration. The control plane scale includes 4094 VLAN IDs, 1000 SVIs, and 9198-byte jumbo frames, keeping access segmentation and larger frame handling inside documented Catalyst 9300 platform limits. Management teams use CLI, WebUI, SNMP, syslog, and programmable interfaces to integrate the switch into established campus operations.
C9300-48U-E operates in the enterprise access tier, connecting twisted-pair endpoint cabling locally and uplink paths through the selected module. StackWise-480 supports a single operational switch across compatible Catalyst 9300 members, with 736 Gbps stacked switching capacity available for larger wiring closets. The platform fits phone, camera, workstation, badge-reader, thin-client, and wireless access point runs that need Gigabit Ethernet and centrally allocated UPOE power in one rack unit. ORM Systems supplies this switch new and certified refurbished, with refurbished units checked for boot, port, PoE, fan, and power-supply health before dispatch. Buyers can request pricing for the chassis, uplink module, optics, stacking cables, secondary PSU, and warranty term in one quotation, with accessory planning kept in the same quote. ORM Systems also consolidates matched-condition units for teams standardising switch closets across multiple sites. Enterprise and volume orders receive configuration-aware sourcing for multi-closet rollouts, refresh projects, and spare-stock programmes.
C9300-48U-E price is $3,156.00, a 74.8% saving from the Cisco list price of $12,518.00. C9300-48U-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9300-48U-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Switch
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300-48U-E
- Brand
- Cisco
- Series
- Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series
- Use Case
- Enterprise Access
- Management Type
- Managed
- Software Image
- Network Essentials
- Layer
- Layer 3
- Ethernet Technology
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Port Count
- 48 Ports
- Power Source
- AC
- RJ-45 Ports
- 48 x 1GbE
- Uplink Type
- Modular (module sold separately)
- Uplink Module Options
- RJ-45, SFP, SFP+, SFP28, QSFP+
- PoE Support
- PoE++
- PoE Port Count
- 48 PoE++ Ports
- PoE Budget
- 822W
- Switching Capacity
- 256 Gbps
- Stacked Switching Capacity
- 736 Gbps
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Forwarding Rate
- 190.48 Mpps
- MAC Table Size
- 32000 Entries
- Memory
- 8 GB DRAM / 16 GB Flash
- Stackable
- Yes - max 8 Units
- Form Factor
- Rack-Mount 1U
- Rack Units
- 1U
- Input Voltage
- 115V to 240V AC
- Power Consumption
- 1023W
- Redundant PSU
- Optional
- Operating Temperature
- -5°C to 45°C
- Certifications
- UL 60950-1 / CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 / EN 60950-1 / IEC 60950-1 / AS/NZS 60950.1 / FCC Part 15 Class A / EN 55032 Class A / CISPR 32 Class A / ICES-003 Class A / RoHS 5
- Height
- 44 mm
- Width
- 445 mm
- Depth
- 488 mm
- Weight
- 7.72 kg
C9300-48U-E Use Case
Access Closet Powered Endpoint Edge
C9300-48U-E sits at the access layer and terminates 48 copper Gigabit runs from phones, access points, cameras, workstations, and UPOE endpoints. Engineers place VLANs, QoS markings, 802.1X controls, ACLs, and PoE policies on the downlink ports, then reserve the modular uplink slot for the selected distribution handoff. The Network Essentials image supports the access services normally required at this layer, including policy enforcement and basic routed access designs. The result is a dense powered endpoint edge with consistent policy and power allocation across the wiring closet.
Access To Distribution Handoff
The switch operates as a campus access node and sends aggregated endpoint traffic northbound through a separately ordered Catalyst 9300 network module. Engineers match C9300-NM-4G, C9300-NM-8X, C9300-NM-2Q, or C9300-NM-4M uplinks to the distribution design, then configure trunks, routed links, or EtherChannel according to the topology. C9300-48U-E keeps the 48 UPOE access ports fixed while uplink speed changes with the module, optics, and fiber plan. The result is a cleaner access refresh path without replacing endpoint cabling or disturbing access VLAN assignments.
Stacked Closet Operations Block
Multiple C9300-48U-E switches form a StackWise-480 access block when a closet needs more than 48 powered copper ports under one control plane. Each member contributes 48 10/100/1000 Mbps UPOE ports and participates in shared management, common software policy, and coordinated uplink design. Engineers add StackPower where the power design shares supply capacity across compatible members and keeps power planning aligned with endpoint growth. The result is higher access density with simpler operations, predictable switch expansion, and controlled power resilience for repeated closet builds.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9300-48U-E |  C9300L-24T-4X-A |  C9300-48UXM-E |  C9300L-24-E-A |  C9300L-48T-4X-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 488 mm | 488 mm | 564 mm | 11 inches | 449 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000 | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-mount | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 1.73 inches | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9300-48U-E | C9300L-24T-4X-A | C9300-48UXM-E | C9300L-24-E-A | C9300L-48T-4X-A |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 8 GB DRAM / 16 GB Flash | 8 GB DRAM / 16 GB Flash | 8 GB DRAM / 16 GB Flash | 4 GB | 8 GB DRAM / 16 GB Flash |
| Power Source | AC | AC | AC | AC Power Supply | AC |
| Product Type | Network Switch | Network Switch | Network Switch | Switch | Network Switch |
| Rack Units | 1U | 1U | 1U | 1 RU | 1U |
| Switching Capacity | 256 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 580 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Weight | 7.72 kg | 6.78 kg | 9.34 kg | 20 lbs | 7.0 kg |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 17.5 inches | 445 mm |
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Reviews & Ratings
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Thomas Keller
5
UPOE Essentials powers demanding endpoints reliably.
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Eric Newman
5
Stable performance even with high power draw devices.
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Michael Grant
4
Consistent operation with minimal maintenance required.
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Paul Richards
5
Good Essentials option for UPOE environments.
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Scott Wheeler
5
Meets enterprise access requirements well.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco C9300-48U-E?
Cisco C9300-48U-E is a Catalyst 9300 stackable access switch with 48 10/100/1000 Mbps copper UPOE ports, modular uplink support, and Network Essentials licensing. It is built for enterprise access closets that need powered Gigabit endpoints, IOS XE management, StackWise-480 stacking, and StackPower support in the same hardware platform.
What does the C9300-48U-E model number mean?
C9300-48U-E identifies a Cisco Catalyst 9300 switch, a 48-port access model, UPOE power on copper downlink ports, and the Network Essentials software tier. The base C9300 family uses modular uplink network modules, so uplink choices are ordered separately from the switch chassis and matched to the distribution design.
What hardware type is C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E is a fixed-configuration, stackable Layer 2 and Layer 3 access switch rather than a router, firewall, wireless access point, or transceiver. Its main role is terminating 48 powered Gigabit Ethernet copper connections and forwarding traffic northbound through a selected Catalyst 9300 network module in a rack access closet.
Where does C9300-48U-E sit in the Cisco Catalyst lineup?
C9300-48U-E sits in the Cisco Catalyst 9300 enterprise access switching family, above Catalyst 9200 access switches and alongside other 9300 modular uplink models. It targets access-layer deployments that need more PoE capability than PoE+ models, while staying with the Network Essentials tier rather than Network Advantage.
How many ports does C9300-48U-E provide?
C9300-48U-E provides 48 downlink copper ports running 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet with Cisco UPOE power support. The switch also has a modular uplink slot, so uplinks are supplied through a compatible Catalyst 9300 network module such as C9300-NM-4G, C9300-NM-8X, C9300-NM-2Q, or C9300-NM-4M when ordered for the site design.
What switching capacity and forwarding rate does C9300-48U-E support?
C9300-48U-E follows the C9300-48U platform performance profile with 256 Gbps switching capacity and 190.48 Mpps forwarding rate. With StackWise-480 stacking, the platform is listed with 736 Gbps switching capacity with stacking and 547.62 Mpps forwarding rate with stacking for larger access blocks and uplink designs.
What PoE capability does C9300-48U-E include?
C9300-48U-E includes 48 Cisco UPOE downlink ports and an 822 W PoE budget when fitted with the 1100 W AC power supply. This makes the SKU suitable for powered access devices that need more than standard PoE+, including higher-power wireless access points, video endpoints, thin clients, and other UPOE-ready equipment.
Does C9300-48U-E support Layer 2 and Layer 3 features?
C9300-48U-E runs Cisco IOS XE with the Network Essentials tier, which supports common enterprise access switching functions, routing basics, segmentation, QoS, security controls, and management features. Designs requiring the fuller Network Advantage feature set should compare against C9300-48U-A before ordering the switch and license combination.
How is C9300-48U-E managed?
C9300-48U-E is managed through Cisco IOS XE using CLI, SNMP, syslog, NETCONF or RESTCONF workflows, and Cisco Catalyst Center where the environment uses Cisco management automation. The switch also supports access-layer policy integration with tools such as Cisco ISE through 802.1X, RADIUS, TACACS+, VLANs, and ACL-based controls.
Does C9300-48U-E support stacking?
C9300-48U-E supports Cisco StackWise-480 as a Catalyst 9300 modular uplink model and participates in stacks of up to eight compatible switches with the same license level. It also supports Cisco StackPower, allowing power resources to be shared across compatible stack members when the correct StackPower cables and power supplies are installed.
What is C9300-48U-E used for?
C9300-48U-E is used as an access-layer switch for dense copper endpoint connectivity and centralized power delivery. It terminates phones, wireless access points, cameras, badge readers, thin clients, printers, and workstations on 48 UPOE Gigabit ports, then hands traffic to distribution through the separately selected modular uplink.
What size environment fits C9300-48U-E best?
C9300-48U-E fits medium to large wiring closets that need 48 powered Gigabit access ports in a single rack unit, with growth through StackWise-480. Multiple units form a common access block under one control plane, so operations teams expand port density without managing every switch as a separate island.
What workloads suit C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E suits campus access workloads where endpoint density, copper Gigabit performance, and UPOE power delivery are the main requirements. Typical deployments include VoIP handsets, Wi-Fi access points, collaboration devices, IP cameras, and user access ports that need VLAN assignment, QoS marking, authentication, and consistent policy at the closet edge.
Does C9300-48U-E work in a stacked access deployment?
C9300-48U-E works in a stacked Catalyst 9300 access deployment using StackWise-480 cables and compatible stack members at the same license level. The stack presents one management plane, supports cross-stack link aggregation designs, and concentrates 48 UPOE ports per switch for repeatable access closet expansion across multiple rack positions.
Which uplink modules are compatible with C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E supports Catalyst 9300 modular uplink network modules rather than fixed uplinks. Common compatible options include C9300-NM-4G for 4x 1G, C9300-NM-8X for 8x 10G/1G, C9300-NM-2Q for 2x 40G, and C9300-NM-4M for multigigabit uplink requirements, subject to software, transceiver, and fiber compatibility planning during procurement review.
Which switches can stack with C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E stacks with compatible Cisco Catalyst 9300 modular uplink models that use StackWise-480 and the same license level. Adjacent stack members commonly include C9300-24U-E, C9300-48P-E, C9300-48T-E, and C9300-48U-E units, while fixed-uplink C9300L models are not stacked with modular-uplink C9300 models in access designs or refresh projects.
Which management and security ecosystems integrate with C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E integrates with Cisco IOS XE operations, Cisco Catalyst Center automation, Cisco ISE identity policy, SNMP monitoring, syslog collection, Flexible NetFlow visibility, and standard AAA through RADIUS or TACACS+. It also supports common access-control methods such as 802.1X, VLAN segmentation, QoS policy, and ACL enforcement.
What endpoint types are compatible with C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E supports standard Ethernet endpoints and powered devices that operate over 10/100/1000 Mbps copper access links. Compatible endpoint categories include Cisco IP phones, Cisco Catalyst wireless access points, UPOE-ready collaboration devices, IP cameras, printers, badge readers, thin clients, and ordinary workstation connections using Ethernet standards and appropriate cabling.
How does C9300-48U-E compare with C9300-48U-A?
C9300-48U-E and C9300-48U-A use the same 48-port UPOE Catalyst 9300 hardware profile, including 822 W PoE budget, modular uplinks, StackWise-480, and StackPower. The key difference is licensing: C9300-48U-E uses Network Essentials, while C9300-48U-A uses Network Advantage for designs needing the higher software tier and feature set.
How does C9300-48U-E compare with C9300-48P-E?
C9300-48U-E is the stronger powered-access choice than C9300-48P-E when endpoints need Cisco UPOE. C9300-48P-E provides 48 PoE+ copper ports and a lower PoE budget, while C9300-48U-E provides 48 UPOE ports and an 822 W PoE budget under the same Network Essentials tier for higher-power access devices.
How does C9300-48U-E compare with C9300-24U-E?
C9300-48U-E provides twice the copper access density of C9300-24U-E while keeping the same Catalyst 9300 UPOE and Network Essentials positioning. C9300-24U-E fits smaller closets with 24 UPOE ports, while C9300-48U-E fits denser access blocks where a single switch needs 48 powered Gigabit endpoints and fewer chassis positions.
How does C9300-48U-E compare with C9300-48H-E?
C9300-48U-E provides 48 Cisco UPOE ports, while C9300-48H-E moves to 48 UPOE+ ports in the same Catalyst 9300 modular uplink family. Both use Network Essentials ordering options, but C9300-48H-E is the adjacent choice when a design specifically calls for UPOE+ endpoint power instead of UPOE.
Is C9300-48U-E available new or refurbished?
C9300-48U-E is commonly sourced through reseller channels in both new and refurbished condition, depending on market availability and customer requirements. ORM Systems can quote the available condition, serial-controlled stock details, accessories, power supplies, and license requirements at the time of enquiry so procurement teams can match budget and deployment timing.
What is the price of C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E pricing depends on condition, quantity, license requirements, accessory bundle, uplink module selection, warranty term, and delivery location. Buyers usually request a quote because Catalyst 9300 switch pricing changes across new, refurbished, and bulk procurement routes, especially when network modules, stacking cables, optics, and support options are included.
Is C9300-48U-E end of life?
C9300-48U-E should be checked against current Cisco lifecycle notices before purchase because lifecycle status can change by region, bundle, and software support policy. The SKU remains documented in Cisco Catalyst 9300 ordering information, and ORM Systems can help buyers confirm availability, replacement planning, and acceptable substitutes such as C9300-48U-A or newer adjacent models.
What lead time should buyers expect for C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E lead time depends on live stock, requested condition, quantity, configuration checks, and whether uplink modules, optics, stacking cables, or extra power supplies are included. Refurbished units may ship faster when tested stock is available, while new or volume orders may require supplier confirmation before dispatch.
Are bulk discounts available for C9300-48U-E?
Bulk pricing is often available for C9300-48U-E when procurement teams order multiple switches, standardize on a condition grade, or combine switches with uplink modules, optics, power supplies, and stacking accessories. ORM Systems can quote volume pricing for access closet refreshes, phased campus rollouts, and spare stock purchases.
What warranty is available for C9300-48U-E from ORM Systems?
C9300-48U-E purchases from ORM Systems can include warranty coverage aligned to the quoted condition and order terms, with up to 3-year warranty options commonly used for enterprise hardware procurement. Buyers should confirm the warranty length, replacement process, and any support exclusions on the formal quotation before placing the order.
How are refurbished C9300-48U-E switches tested before dispatch?
Refurbished C9300-48U-E units should be tested for boot health, port operation, PoE output behavior, fan and power supply status, console access, inventory details, and physical condition before dispatch. ORM Systems can provide condition and testing information so buyers understand what is included with the switch and what accessories are quoted separately.
Which standards and certifications matter for C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E aligns with enterprise Ethernet switching standards such as IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, VLAN operation through IEEE 802.1Q, spanning-tree operation, link aggregation through EtherChannel designs, and power delivery through Cisco UPOE. Compliance and regional certification requirements should be verified against Cisco documentation and the exact shipped power supply bundle.
How is C9300-48U-E configured for first use?
C9300-48U-E is normally staged through the console port or network management workflow, loaded with the approved Cisco IOS XE release, assigned management addressing, and configured with VLANs, trunks, access ports, PoE policies, AAA, SNMP, syslog, and uplink settings. Stacked deployments also require StackWise cabling and member numbering before production use.
Does C9300-48U-E require licenses or software subscriptions?
C9300-48U-E is ordered with Network Essentials, and the deployment should include the correct Cisco software entitlement for the intended IOS XE feature set and support model. Buyers should confirm the required Cisco Catalyst or DNA licensing, renewal expectations, and any Smart Account handling before using the switch in production.
What accessories are commonly ordered with C9300-48U-E?
C9300-48U-E is commonly ordered with a compatible uplink module, Cisco optics or DAC cables, StackWise cables, StackPower cables, rack-mount hardware, power cords, a second power supply, and spare fan or power accessories where required. The exact bundle depends on uplink speed, stack topology, redundancy target, and site power standards.
Where can buyers purchase C9300-48U-E in the UK?
C9300-48U-E can be purchased in the UK through ORM Systems as a Cisco enterprise networking hardware reseller. UK buyers can request pricing for new or refurbished condition, confirm available stock, add compatible uplink modules and stacking accessories, and align the quote with procurement requirements for warranty, delivery, and invoicing.
Does ORM Systems ship C9300-48U-E internationally?
ORM Systems can support international enquiries for C9300-48U-E, subject to stock availability, export requirements, destination rules, carrier options, and the quoted order terms. International buyers should confirm power cord type, warranty handling, import documentation, and whether accessories such as uplink modules or optics are shipped in the same order.