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CATALYST 9300 48PORT 12 MGIGAND36 2.5GBPS NETWORK ADV LICS
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C9300-48UXM-A Overview
C9300-48UXM-A is a high-performance enterprise-class switch built on a modern architecture that provides both high scalability and robust performance. It offers a flexible power system with support for redundant power supplies and a wide range of connectivity options, featuring 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated 10G uplink ports that facilitate efficient stacking and seamless integration in high-density environments.
C9300-48UXM-A delivers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 services in a 1 RU rack-mountable design engineered for mission-critical applications. Its architecture supports state-of-the-art security, extensive routing capabilities, and scalability for evolving networks, making it ideal for large campus deployments, branch offices, and data center access layers.
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C9300-48UXM-A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply with optional redundant power supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 370W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9300-48UXM-A
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non 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 Ethernet ports and 4 x 10G uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 480 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 960 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9300-48UXM-A
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 11.3 inches
- Weight
- 27.6 lbs
C9300-48UXM-A Use Case
High-Density Wi-Fi 6E Campus Deployment with Catalyst 9300-48UXM-A
In a large university campus rollout, IT teams connect over 600 Wi-Fi 6E access points to the Catalyst 9300-48UXM-A using its 12 mGig and 36 2.5 Gbps ports. Leveraging Cisco DNA Advantage licensing, the switch delivers consistent multigig uplink performance, automated VLAN segmentation and AI-driven RF optimization. Outcome: 40% higher wireless throughput, single-pane management and future-proof infrastructure for next-gen mobile devices.
Data Center Top-of-Rack Aggregation for High-Performance Compute Clusters
In an enterprise HPC environment, operations deploy Catalyst 9300-48UXM-A as top-of-rack switches to aggregate GPU and storage nodes at 2.5 Gbps/mGig speeds. Advanced network licensing enables Cisco SD-Access for secure east-west traffic segmentation and real-time telemetry via Cisco DNA Center. Outcome: 30% reduction in application latency, simplified zero-trust segmentation and scalable bandwidth for AI and VDI workloads.
Secure Smart Manufacturing and IoT Segmentation
On the factory floor of an automotive manufacturer, the Catalyst 9300-48UXM-A powers and aggregates robotics controllers, PLCs and sensors over its multigig PoE+ ports. DNA Advantage licensing enforces microsegmentation and policy-based access for thousands of IoT endpoints, integrating with Cisco Stealthwatch for continuous threat detection. Outcome: 15% decrease in unplanned downtime, high-availability control networks and robust security for Industry 4.0 automation.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9300-48UXM-A |  C9300L-24UXG-2Q-A |  C9300-48UB-E= |  C9300L-24P-4X-E |  C9300-24UXB-A= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.3 inches | 11.1 inches | 10.3 inches | 11.8 inches | 18.9 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 | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Base | 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 | C9300-48UXM-A | C9300L-24UXG-2Q-A | C9300-48UB-E= | C9300L-24P-4X-E | C9300-24UXB-A= |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 10G uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports, 2 x 40-Gbps QSFP+ ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 370W | 350 W | 370 W | 370W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply with optional redundant power supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9300-48UXM-A | Cisco Catalyst 9300L 24-Port 10/100/1000 with 2x 40-Gbps QSFP+ | Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series 48-Port Uplink Base Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9300L-24P-4X-E | Cisco Catalyst 9300-24UXB Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 960 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps | N/A | 320 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 40G | 1G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 27.6 lbs | 23 lbs | 26 lbs | 15 lbs | 23 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Fisher
4
Handles dense access deployments smoothly.
B
Brian Lawson
5
Stable platform for enterprise networks.
J
Jason Coleman
4
Excellent visibility and control.
M
Mark Stevens
5
Long-term reliable investment.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9300 C9300-48UXM-A switch?
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 C9300-48UXM-A is an enterprise-class fixed access switch with 48 multigigabit ports and advanced Network Advantage licensing for comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 services.
How many multigigabit and 2.5G ports does the C9300-48UXM-A offer?
The C9300-48UXM-A provides 12 multigigabit ports (up to 10 Gbps) and 36 2.5 Gbps ports, supporting 100 Mbps, 1 Gbps, 2.5 Gbps, 5 Gbps, and 10 Gbps speeds.
Which Cisco software license is included with C9300-48UXM-A?
The switch ships with Cisco DNA Network Advantage licensing, enabling advanced routing, security, automation, analytics, and full SD-Access features.
Does the Catalyst 9300-48UXM-A support PoE/PoE+?
Yes, the C9300-48UXM-A supports Cisco UPOE (up to 60 W per port) and PoE+ (up to 30 W per port), delivering power to cameras, phones, and IoT devices.
What stacking technology does the C9300-48UXM-A use?
It uses Cisco StackWise-480 technology, allowing up to eight switches to operate as a single logical unit with 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth.
What are the key security features on this switch?
Built-in security includes device identity with Secure Boot, 802.1X network access control, dynamic ARP inspection, IP source guard, and Encrypted Traffic Analytics.
What is the maximum switching capacity of the C9300-48UXM-A?
The switch delivers up to 176 Gbps of full-duplex switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 154.76 Mpps for high-performance deployments.
How can I manage and automate the Catalyst 9300-48UXM-A?
You can manage it via Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, CLI, Web UI, or REST APIs with full support for Cisco SD-Access automation.
Is the C9300-48UXM-A compatible with Cisco DNA Center?
Yes, it fully integrates with Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation, assurance, analytics, and network segmentation.
What are the typical use cases for this switch?
Ideal for enterprise campus access, branch office aggregation, wireless backhaul, and IoT access with multigigabit performance and advanced security.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty with Next-Business-Day replacement and optional SMARTnet service for 24×7 support, software updates, and advanced replacement.
What are the power and environmental specifications?
The switch supports AC or optional DC power supplies, consumes up to 810 W under full PoE load, operates from 0°C to 40°C, and meets NEBS, RoHS, and WEEE standards.
How do I upgrade the software on C9300-48UXM-A?
Use Cisco IOS XE Software Upgrade via USB, TFTP, FTP, or Cisco DNA Center image management to apply new features and security patches.
How do I configure the multigigabit ports for 2.5G and 5G?
Multigigabit ports auto-negotiate speed; use the interface speed command in Cisco IOS XE CLI to manually set 2.5G or 5G when needed.
Which uplink modules and transceivers are supported?
It supports Cisco C9300-NIM, SFP, SFP+, and 10/25G SFP28 modules, including standard 1G/10G and 25G optics for flexible uplinks.
What is the difference between Network Advantage and Network Essentials?
Network Advantage includes full L2/L3 features, advanced routing, SD-Access, and telemetry, while Network Essentials covers basic Layer 2 services and limited Layer 3 functionality.