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Powered Access for Small Business Rack Installations

SF550X-48MP is a managed, stackable Fast Ethernet switch for small-business networks. Its powered access connections serve 10/100 endpoints, while the fixed uplinks provide copper and fiber connection choices. The 550X Series Stackable Managed Switches include this higher-budget PoE+ configuration for installations retaining Fast Ethernet endpoint connectivity rather than moving every access connection to Gigabit Ethernet.

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Technical Details

89.6 Gbps switching capacity and 66.66 Mpps forwarding support packet transfer across the fixed connections. SF550X-48MP provides 512 MB DRAM, 256 MB flash and a shared 3 MB packet buffer. Static routing and RIP v2 provide routed connectivity; VRRP and PBR add gateway redundancy and forwarding-policy control.

Ordering

Order SF550X-48MP in new sealed or certified refurbished condition, and specify the regional destination and required accessory contents on the PO. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, rated-speed links on every port, PoE output under load on every powered port, optics bay recognition, PSU status and fan status; firmware is verified and configuration wiped to factory default. ORM provides new units with up to a 3-year extended warranty, certified refurbished units with up to 1 year, and 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. Enterprise and volume orders can use PO acceptance, Net-30 for government, and RMA with advance replacement across UK, EU, US and MEA.

Buying Notes

Buying NotesKey Specs

Cisco service has ended

SF550X-48MP requires procurement without continuing Cisco service: its last support date was June 30, 2025, following end-of-sale on June 18, 2020. Account for that service boundary before approving the order.

Allocate endpoint power first

Endpoint power must be allocated within the shared budget: 48 × 30W = 1440W exceeds 740W. Sixteen access ports also support 60W, so specify actual endpoint demand rather than assuming simultaneous maximum output.

Key Specs

Key SpecsKey Spec Values

Port Configuration

48 x 10/100 PoE+ / 4 x 10G uplinks

PoE Budget

740W

Stacking

Hardware stacking / 8 members

Max Power Draw

842.1W at 110V, including PoE

Lifecycle Status

Cisco support ended June 30, 2025

Replacement PID

C1300-48FP-4X

SF550X-48MP Specifications

Manufacturer Part Number
SF550X-48MP
Brand
Cisco
Series
550X
Use Case
SMB
Management Type
Managed
Layer
Layer 2+
Routing Protocols
Static / RIP v2 / VRRP v2 / VRRP v3 / PBR
Ethernet Technology
Fast Ethernet
RJ-45 Access Port Count
48
Power Input
Internal AC PSU
RJ-45 Ports
48 x 10/100 PoE+ / 2 x 10GbE (Combo, shared with SFP+)
SFP+ Ports
2 x 10GbE / 2 x 10GbE (Combo, shared with RJ-45)
Uplink Type
Fixed
Uplink Speed Class
10G
PoE Support
PoE+
PoE Port Count
48 PoE Ports
PoE Budget
740W
Switching Capacity
89.6 Gbps
Forwarding Rate
66.66 Mpps
MAC Table Size
16000 Entries
IPv4 Route Scale
7168 Routes
Memory
512 MB
Flash Memory
256 MB
Stackable
Yes - max 8 Units
Form Factor
Rack-Mount 1U
Input Voltage
100-240V AC
Power Consumption
842.1W
Redundant PSU
No
Cooling
5 fans / 1 redundant fan included
Operating Temperature
0°C to 50°C
MTBF
472180 Hours
Cisco Warranty
Ended June 30, 2025
Certifications
UL 60950 / CSA 22.2 / CE / FCC Part 15 Class A
Height
44 mm
Width
440 mm
Depth
350 mm
Weight
5.16 kg

SF550X-48MP Use Case

Enterprise VoIP and Video Conferencing Deployment in Corporate HQ

In a 500-user corporate headquarters, the SF550X-48MP supplies 48 10/100 PoE+ ports with a 740W budget to power IP phones, HD video conferencing endpoints, and wireless access points on every floor. Four 10GbE uplinks (2 x 10GBase-T/SFP+ combo + 2 x SFP+) aggregate traffic to the core switch, ensuring sub-millisecond latency and 1.2 Gbps of concurrent voice, video, and data throughput. Outcome: Simplified network design reduces rack space by 30%, cuts power costs through PoE+ consolidation, and delivers carrier-grade call quality with 99.999% uptime.

Smart Building IoT and Surveillance Network for Stadium Facilities

A major sports stadium integrates 200 IP cameras, environmental sensors, and digital signage using the SF550X-48MP’s 740W PoE+ budget across 48 ports. Dual 10GbE uplinks to the on-site security appliance isolate high-definition video streams from facility management data. Outcome: Centralized PoE+ power management increases surveillance uptime by 25%, simplifies cable infrastructure, and supports real-time analytics with zero packet loss at 10 Gbps backhaul speeds.

Top-of-Rack Aggregation for Virtualized Data Center Environments

In a mid-sized data center, the SF550X-48MP acts as a top-of-rack switch for 20 blade servers and 12 hyperconverged nodes, providing 740W PoE+ for management interfaces and out-of-band consoles. Four 10GbE ports (2 combo + 2 SFP+) link to the leaf-spine fabric, enabling 40Gbps virtual machine migration and storage I/O bursts. Outcome: Consolidated rack layout frees two RU per rack, accelerates live workload mobility by 40%, and delivers sub-100 µs latency for distributed storage clusters.

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Regional Spare Inventory

An installed estate retaining this exact model needs spare hardware separated from the configuration work required for replacement. ORM supports stock and RMA across UK, EU, US and MEA. Specify the regional destination, required condition and accessory contents before issuing the PO, rather than treating every spare order as interchangeable.

Firmware Change Staging

A staging bench preparing firmware changes can use the switch's dual firmware images to rehearse the intended update sequence. Keep the test configuration separate from the production configuration and record the image selected for deployment. Specify the required condition and confirm the planned staging procedure before placing the hardware order.

Not Suitable If

Gigabit speed on every endpoint

The access connections are limited to 10/100. C1300-48FP-4X provides 48 Gigabit access ports and four 10G SFP+ uplinks as the current migration-chain endpoint.

Continuing Cisco service coverage

Cisco service ended June 30, 2025. A new sealed unit does not restart support eligibility; C1300-48FP-4X is the current migration-chain endpoint.

Product Comparison Table

48 x 10/100 PoE+ ports with 740W power budget, 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (2 x 10GBase-T/SFP+ combo + 2 x SFP+)SF550X-48MP48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet 10GBase-T copper port, 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ (combo with 2 copper ports), 1 x Gigabit Ethernet management portSG550XG-48T48 x 10/100 PoE+ ports with 382W power budget, 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (2 x 10GBase-T/SFP+ combo + 2 x SFP+)SF550X-48P24 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports with 740W power budget, 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (2 x 10GBase-T/SFP+ combo + 2 x SFP+)SG550X-24MPP24 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet 10GBase-T copper port, 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ (combo with 2 copper ports), 1 x Gigabit Ethernet management portSG550XG-24T
Depth350 mm450 mm350 mm10.2 inches450 mm
Ethernet TechnologyFast Ethernet10 Gigabit EthernetFast Ethernet10/100/100010 Gigabit Ethernet
Flash Memory256 MB256 MB256 MB64 MB256 MB
Form FactorRack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-Mount 1URack-mountRack-Mount 1U
Height44 mm44 mm44 mm1.75 inches44 mm
Manufacturer Part NumberSF550X-48MPSG550XG-48TSF550X-48PSG550X-24MPPSG550XG-24T
Memory512 MB512 MB512 MB256 MB512 MB
Power Consumption842.1W264.4W461.8W115W143.9W
Switching Capacity89.6 Gbps960 Gbps89.6 Gbps128 Gbps480 Gbps
Weight5.16 kg7.43 kg5.09 kg11 lbs6.38 kg
Width440 mm440 mm440 mm17.5 inches440 mm

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Reviews & Ratings

P
Parker Quinn

Reviewed on the 27 July 2024

5

48-port Max PoE+ switch with 740W power budget provides high reliability and smooth network operation.

Q
Quinn Rivera

Reviewed on the 22 September 2017

5

Professional-grade, durable switch with consistent PoE delivery.

R
Reese Stevens

Reviewed on the 14 December 2017

5

Efficient switch for enterprise-grade networks, minimal downtime.

S
Sierra Thomas

Reviewed on the 7 March 2024

4

Reliable, smooth operation with stable PoE+ output across all ports.

T
Tyler Underwood

Reviewed on the 19 April 2017

4

High-power switch suitable for demanding office environments.

Questions & Answers

What does the SF550X-48MP part number identify?

SF550X identifies the Fast Ethernet 550X family, 48 identifies the access-port count, and MP identifies the 740W PoE+ configuration. The North American orderable variant is SF550X-48MP-K9-NA.

How is SF550X-48MP managed?

SF550X-48MP supports HTTP/HTTPS web management, console CLI, SSH, Telnet, SNMP, Smart Network Application, FindIT Network Manager and Active Advisor.

Is SF550X-48MP discontinued?

Yes, SF550X-48MP reached end-of-sale on June 18, 2020, and its last date of Cisco support was June 30, 2025. Cisco service has ended.

Which conditions and warranties does ORM offer for SF550X-48MP?

ORM offers SF550X-48MP new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to 1 year. Both conditions include 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's original limited-lifetime coverage ended at the June 30, 2025 support boundary.

Which older switch does SF550X-48MP replace?

SF550X-48MP replaced SF500-48MP. The discontinued SF500-48MP reached end-of-sale on December 30, 2017, and end-of-support on December 30, 2022.

What is the difference between SF550X-48MP and SF550X-48P?

SF550X-48MP provides a 740W PoE budget; discontinued SF550X-48P provides 382W. The MP model accommodates larger aggregate endpoint-power allocations.

What is the difference between SF550X-48MP and SF550X-24MP?

SF550X-48MP has 48 Fast Ethernet access ports; discontinued SF550X-24MP has 24. Choose between their endpoint densities when maintaining an existing installation.

What is the difference between SF550X-48MP and C1300-48FP-4X?

SF550X-48MP has Fast Ethernet access ports; C1300-48FP-4X has Gigabit access ports. The former maintains legacy connectivity, while the current successor supports Gigabit endpoint refreshes.

How much endpoint power does the 550X 48-port MP configuration provide?

The 550X 48-port MP configuration shares 740W across 48 powered access ports, including 16 ports supporting 60W. Maximum output remains subject to the shared budget.

How many uplinks does SF550X-48MP have?

SF550X-48MP has four logical 10G uplinks: two dedicated SFP+ connections and two copper/SFP+ combo connections. Each combo connection activates only one medium at a time.

Can 550X switches form a mixed hardware stack?

Yes, 550X hardware stacks support eight members and can mix SF550X, SG550X, SG550XG and SX550X models using standard 10G connections.

Which routing functions does SF550X-48MP support?

SF550X-48MP supports static routing, RIP v2, VRRP v2/v3 and PBR, with a total IPv4 route scale of 7168 routes.