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SF550X-48
Cisco SF550X-48 550X 48-Port Fast Ethernet Switch, 4x10G Upl...
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SF550X-48 is a managed, non-PoE Fast Ethernet switch with 48 access ports and four fixed 10G uplinks. Two uplinks offer shared copper/SFP+ connections; two are dedicated SFP+ cages. The Cisco 550X Series serves small-business networks, and this 48-port 10/100 stackable managed switch supports static routing and RIP v2.
SF550X-48 price for new stock is is available on request. Get immediate quote. SF550X-48 refurb price is $409.50.
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89.6 Gbps switching capacity and 66.66 Mpps forwarding support wire-speed traffic handling. SF550X-48 provides 3 MB of shared packet buffering. HTTP/HTTPS, console CLI, SSH, Telnet, SNMP, Smart Network Application, FindIT Network Manager and Active Advisor provide management options.
Specify SF550X-48 in new sealed or certified refurbished condition, and confirm included accessories before placing the PO. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, rated-speed port links, clean boot, optics recognition, PSU status and fan status; firmware is verified and configuration wiped to factory default. New units carry up to a 3-year extended warranty, certified refurbished units up to 1 year, and both conditions have 30-day returns, terms apply. Cisco coverage ended June 30, 2025. PO accepted, Net-30 for government, advance-replacement RMA and UK, EU, US and MEA regional stock/RMA support enterprise and volume orders.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Port Configuration | 48 x 10/100 / 4 x 10G uplinks |
Stacking | Hardware stacking / eight members |
Max Power Draw | 37.6W |
Cooling | Two fans / redundant cooling |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended June 30, 2025 |
Replacement PID | C1300-48T-4X |
In a university campus environment, the SF550X-48-48 (48 x 10/100 ports, 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet with 2 x 10GBase-T/SFP+ combo and 2 x SFP+) serves as the core distribution switch to aggregate traffic from multiple departmental access switches. By leveraging its dual copper/fiber 10G combo uplinks, IT teams establish high-speed, redundant paths between buildings, simplify VLAN segmentation and enforce QoS for VoIP and e-learning. Benefit: delivers up to 40 Gbps of backbone throughput, reduces inter-building latency below 1 ms and ensures campus-wide network resilience and scalability.
In a mid-sized data center hosting VMware ESXi clusters, the SF550X-48-48 is deployed at the Top-of-Rack to connect 1 GbE management ports and 10 GbE vmotion/storage uplinks. With 48 x 10/100 ports dedicated to hypervisor management and 2 x 10GBase-T plus 2 x SFP+ for dedicated vmotion and iSCSI traffic, teams isolate control, VM-to-VM and storage traffic across separate VLANs. Benefit: achieves deterministic 10 Gbps throughput for high-performance VMs, simplifies network segmentation and drives a 30% reduction in oversubscription risk.
A post-production studio uses the SF550X-48-48 switch to connect 48 editing workstations over 1 Gbps links and two NAS arrays over 10 GbE fiber, plus a 10GBase-T backup server. The combo SFP+/copper ports support flexible media workflows, enabling editors to stream 4K and 8K footage from shared storage while running real-time renders. Benefit: accelerates large file transfers by up to 5x, maintains consistent throughput under heavy load and provides non-stop connectivity for critical project backups.
When replacing a failed unit in an existing installation, specify SF550X-48 explicitly rather than accepting a similarly named Gigabit or powered model. Record the required condition and regional power arrangement, then confirm the exact hardware identity and included accessories before issuing the purchase order.
When a purchasing team needs matching replacement units across several locations, separate equipment condition from the required part number. SF550X-48 orders can specify new sealed or certified refurbished units. Consolidate quantities, delivery regions and purchase-order requirements before submitting the equipment list.
Gigabit connectivity for every endpoint
SF550X-48 access ports stop at 100 Mbps. C1300-48T-4X provides 48 Gigabit access ports and four 10G SFP+ uplinks for a current-generation replacement purchase.
Switch-powered phones or access points
SF550X-48 does not supply endpoint power. C1300-48P-4X provides a powered 48-port Gigabit configuration with four 10G SFP+ uplinks; size endpoint demand before choosing that alternative.
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| SF550X-48 |  SF550X-24P |  SG550XG-24T |  SG550XG-48T |  SF550X-24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | Fast Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SF550X-48 | SF550X-24P | SG550XG-24T | SG550XG-48T | SF550X-24 |
| Power Consumption | 37.6W | 242.1W | 143.9W | 264.4W | 20.8W |
| Switching Capacity | 89.6 Gbps | 84.8 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 960 Gbps | 84.8 Gbps |
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Reviewed on the 5 May 2021
48-port gigabit switch ensures stable performance and consistent network connectivity for high-demand environments.
Reviewed on the 26 June 2018
Easy-to-manage, reliable, and professional-grade switch for enterprise use.
Reviewed on the 8 May 2017
Smooth operation and minimal downtime across all ports.
Reviewed on the 11 January 2018
Durable and efficient switch for medium-to-large office deployments.
Reviewed on the 5 September 2017
Reliable and consistent gigabit performance for business-critical networks.
SF550X-48 identifies a Fast Ethernet member of the 550X family; 48 denotes its access-port count. The model has non-PoE access connections and fixed 10G uplinks.
SF550X-48 supports HTTP/HTTPS, console CLI, SSH, Telnet, SNMP, Smart Network Application, FindIT Network Manager and Active Advisor management.
Yes, SF550X-48 reached end of sale on June 18, 2020. Software maintenance ended June 18, 2021, and Cisco support ended June 30, 2025.
ORM Systems offers SF550X-48 new sealed and certified refurbished: new units carry up to a 3-year extended warranty; refurbished units carry up to 1 year. Returns are available for 30 days in either condition, terms apply. Cisco's original limited lifetime hardware warranty and service ended June 30, 2025.
SF550X-48 has four fixed 10G uplinks: two dedicated SFP+ connections and two shared 10GBASE-T/SFP+ combo connections. Each combo connection uses one medium at a time.
Yes, the 550X series supports eight-member hardware stacks, including mixed SF550X, SG550X, SG550XG and SX550X models.
SF550X-48 supports static routing, RIP v2, PBR and VRRP. IPv4 routing capacity is 7168 routes with 256 IP interfaces.
SF550X-48 supplies no PoE, while discontinued SF550X-48P provides powered access ports. The former fits separately powered endpoints; the latter addresses legacy powered-endpoint requirements.
SF550X-48 provides 48 Fast Ethernet access ports; discontinued SF550X-24 provides 24. Choose the legacy configuration matching the required endpoint count.
SF550X-48 has 100 Mbps access ports, while C1300-48T-4X has Gigabit access ports. SF550X-48 addresses legacy replacement requirements; C1300-48T-4X addresses Gigabit refresh purchases.
C1300-48T-4X follows SF550X-48 through the discontinued SG350X-48-K9-NA and CBS350-48T-4X-NA replacement models. Specify the final model rather than an intermediate discontinued replacement.
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