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C9300-48UN-E
Catalyst 9300 48-port of 5Gbps Network Essentials
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C9300-48UN-E Overview
C9300-48UN-E is a high-performance, enterprise-grade access switch that delivers robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, featuring advanced architecture optimized for modern digital workspaces. Designed for scalable deployments, it supports flexible power options and offers an array of 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports alongside 4 SFP uplink ports, making it ideal for converged wired networks and IoT integration with secure, energy-efficient performance.
The switch’s architecture ensures high throughput with a switching capacity of 128 Gbps and stacking capacity of up to 480 Gbps, enabling seamless scalability across distributed environments. Its rack-mount design, integrated universal PoE support, and optimized performance capabilities make it well-suited for enterprise campus networks, branch offices, and mission-critical applications that demand reliability and future-proof connectivity.
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C9300-48UN-E 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 / Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300-48UN-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9300-48UN-E
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 17.7 inches
- Weight
- 22 lbs
C9300-48UN-E Use Case
High-Density PoE+ Wi-Fi 6 Deployment in Enterprise Campus
In a multinational corporate campus supporting 2,000+ Wi-Fi 6 access points, the C9300-48UN-E Catalyst 9300 48-port of 5Gbps Network Essentials delivers 48 multi-gigabit PoE++ ports at up to 90 W each. Benefit: Simplifies wiring infrastructure, sustains line-rate 5 Gbps performance for high-bandwidth applications, and ensures reliable power delivery—driving up to 30% faster wireless throughput and reducing CAPEX on additional switches.
Secure, Scalable Branch Office Connectivity
At a regional financial branch handling 200+ endpoints with PCI-DSS and GDPR requirements, the C9300-48UN-E provides line-rate 5 Gbps switching, AES-256 encryption, and Cisco Trustworthy Solutions. Benefit: Enables rapid site deployment with integrated segmentation, advanced threat defense, and automated compliance checks—minimizing security risk while cutting site rollout time by 40%.
Smart Building & Industrial IoT Aggregation
In a smart manufacturing plant integrating 500+ IoT sensors, edge cameras, and building-automation devices, the C9300-48UN-E offers 48 5 Gbps-capable PoE++ ports and hardware-accelerated QoS for time-sensitive networking. Benefit: Guarantees deterministic data flows, precise power budgeting, and real-time analytics—boosting operational efficiency, enabling predictive maintenance, and delivering up to 20% energy-cost savings.
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Product Comparison Table
 C9300-48UN-E |  C9300-48P-A |  C9300L-24UXG-2Q-E |  C9300L-48PF-4G-A |  C9300-48UB-E= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 17.7 inches | 12.0 inches | 12 inches | 12.97 inches | 10.3 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 | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | LAN Base | 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 | C9300-48UN-E | C9300-48P-A | C9300L-24UXG-2Q-E | C9300L-48PF-4G-A | C9300-48UB-E= |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP uplink ports | 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 PoE+ ports and 4 fixed 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | 370 W | N/A | 370W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48UN-E | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48P-A Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9300L-24UXG-2Q-E Unified Access Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9300L-48PF-4G-A | Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series 48-Port Uplink Base Switch |
| 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 | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | N/A | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 22 lbs | 23 lbs | 23 lbs | 24 lbs | 26 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Patel
4
Reliable performance under load.
B
Brian Kline
5
Stable access platform.
J
Jason Bell
3
Simple deployment.
M
Mark Foster
4
Good value option.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-port 5Gbps Network Essentials switch (C9300-48UN-E)?
The C9300-48UN-E is a stackable, enterprise-grade switch offering 48 multigigabit copper ports at up to 5 Gbps each, powered by the Network Essentials software license.
How many ports does the Catalyst 9300 48-port switch have and what types are they?
It provides 48 RJ-45 multigigabit ports supporting 1G/2.5G/5G speeds and four fixed SFP+ uplink ports for 10 Gbps connectivity.
What port-speed combinations does the C9300-48UN-E support?
Each copper port auto-negotiates at 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps or 5 Gbps, while uplinks deliver 10 Gbps via SFP+ modules.
Does the C9300-48UN-E support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
Yes, it supports Cisco Universal Power over Ethernet (UPoE) delivering up to 60 W per port, with a total budget of 1440 W.