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Cisco WS-C3560X-48U-S Catalyst 3560-X 48-Port Gigabit UPOE S...
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WS-C3560X-48U-S delivers Cisco UPOE through 48 Gigabit Ethernet access ports in a standalone, managed Layer 3 switch. Each copper downlink supports 10/100/1000 Ethernet, with powered endpoints sharing the available supply budget. The Catalyst 3560-X occupies one rack unit and ships with IP Base for enterprise access switching and baseline routing. Its uplink bay accepts removable fiber or copper network modules, but the base configuration includes no uplink module. Cisco UPOE supports compatible higher-power endpoints alongside PoE and PoE+ devices. The discontinued WS-C3560X-48PF-S limits endpoint power to 30W per port rather than the 60W UPOE capability of this model.
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160 Gbps switching fabric handles hardware forwarding between access interfaces and the selected uplink configuration. 101.2 Mpps forwarding applies with two 10GbE uplinks installed, so the uplink configuration belongs in capacity planning. 800W of shared PoE power requires allocation across connected endpoints rather than an assumption of maximum power on every port. Static routing, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub, and OSPF for routed access are available under IP Base; full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4, IS-ISv4, and PBR require IP Services. WS-C3560X-48U-S carries 256 MB DRAM and 64 MB flash for Cisco IOS operation. Switching Database Manager templates change resource allocation; the routing template reaches 11000 total unicast routes. 125.99W consumption with C3KX-NM-10G installed at full traffic excludes PoE loading, so endpoint power must be considered separately when sizing electrical capacity.
ORM Systems supplies WS-C3560X-48U-S new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, including PoE output under load on every powered port. Managed units have firmware verified and configurations wiped to factory default, with power-on and POST, rated-speed port linking, and clean boot checked. Select condition and accessories for the PO: ORM's new warranty is up to 3-year extended, certified refurbished up to 1 year, and returns are 30 days on every condition, terms apply; Cisco's enhanced limited lifetime warranty ended October 31, 2021. Enterprise and volume orders support POs, Net-30 for government, RMA with advance replacement, and regional stock/RMA across UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS |
License Tier | IP Base |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1G UPOE / empty modular uplink bay |
PoE Budget | 800W single supply / 1800W dual supply |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended October 31, 2021. |
Replacement PID | C9300L-48PF-4X-A via discontinued WS-C3650-48FD-S |
A global enterprise replaces end-of-life switches across three campus sites by deploying the WS-C3560X-48U-S Catalyst 3560X 48 Port UPOE IP Base. In this scenario, IT powers high‐density Wi-Fi access points, VoIP phones and 4K surveillance cameras with up to 60 W per port, while leveraging advanced Layer 3 routing, QoS and redundant 10 Gb uplinks. Benefit: Centralized management and energy-efficient UPOE++ reduce rack-space and power costs by 30%. Outcome: Achieves 99.99% network uptime and accelerates new application rollouts by 40%.
A national retail operator standardizes in-store networks using the WS-C3560X-48U-S Catalyst 3560X 48 Port UPOE IP Base to support PoS terminals, interactive kiosks, digital signage and environmental sensors. In this technical scenario, PoE++ delivers consistent 60 W power to next-generation devices, while the IP Base feature set ensures secure VLAN segmentation and dynamic QoS for payment traffic. Benefit: Simplified plug-and-play deployment and automated firmware updates lower operational overhead. Outcome: Improves transaction throughput by 25% and cuts network-related support tickets by 40%.
A multi-campus hospital network integrates the WS-C3560X-48U-S Catalyst 3560X 48 Port UPOE IP Base to power electronic health record stations, IP badge readers, wireless APs and life-safety cameras. In this business scenario, up to 60 W per port ensures fail-safe operation of critical devices, while advanced security ACLs and multicast optimization protect patient data and telemedicine streams. Benefit: Delivers uninterrupted power, granular traffic control and HIPAA-compliant segmentation. Outcome: Enhances patient-care workflows by 20% and maintains zero downtime for life-critical systems.
Sites standardizing switch administration need to align the installed image with their security requirements. SSH and encrypted SNMPv3 management require a cryptographic software image on this family. Before the PO, specify the required image and administrative access method rather than treating identical hardware as an identical software configuration.
A staging bench reproducing production traffic needs to test frame sizing as well as link negotiation. The switch supports 9216-byte jumbo frames, making frame-size configuration a distinct acceptance check. Specify the intended traffic profile and confirm the staging configuration before approving the hardware for the purchase order.
A cold spare must include the enclosure parts needed for operation, not just the main chassis. C3KX-PS-BLANK= closes an unused power-supply position and preserves the required cooling arrangement. Before the PO, verify that the spare's accessory inventory includes C3KX-PS-BLANK= when the second supply position remains unused.
Continuing Cisco hardware support
Cisco hardware support ended October 31, 2021. C9300L-48PF-4X-A is the current successor reached through the discontinued WS-C3650-48FD-S; endpoint-power compatibility requires separate assessment.
Hardware stacking across access switches
Catalyst 3560-X does not support switch stacking or StackPower. Multiple units remain separate switches rather than members of a shared hardware stack.
60W simultaneously on every port
Two C3KX-PWR-1100WAC supplies support 30 full-power UPOE connections, not all 48 ports at 60W. The maximum shared UPOE budget remains 1800W.
Full dynamic routing without upgrades
IP Base does not include full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4, IS-ISv4, or PBR. These features require IP Services activation rather than the as-shipped license.
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| WS-C3560X-48U-S |  WS-C3560X-24T-E |  WS-C3560X-48U-E |  WS-C3560X-48P-L |  WS-C3560X-48T-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 495 mm | 460 mm | 495 mm | 460 mm | 460 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3560X-48U-S | WS-C3560X-24T-E | WS-C3560X-48U-E | WS-C3560X-48P-L | WS-C3560X-48T-E |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Power Consumption | 125.99W with C3KX-NM-10G installed / 100% traffic / no PoE load | 130.45W (100% traffic with C3KX-SM-10G installed) | 125.99W (C3KX-NM-10G / 100% traffic / no PoE load) | 139.3W (100% traffic / no PoE load / C3KX-NM-10G installed) | 145.4W (100% traffic with C3KX-NM-10GT) |
| Switching Capacity | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Weight | 7.6 kg | 7 kg. | 7.6 kg | 7.4 kg. | 7.3 kg |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 20 March 2020
IP Base features were sufficient for access switching.
Reviewed on the 2 November 2025
Cisco quality made it reliable in production.
Reviewed on the 22 August 2018
Good choice for UPOE access layers.
Reviewed on the 3 June 2026
UPOE ports handled access points and phones smoothly.
Reviewed on the 13 September 2022
Consistent performance with strong power delivery.
WS-C3560X-48U-S identifies a standalone Catalyst 3560-X with 48 Gigabit UPOE access ports and IP Base. The WS-C3560X portion identifies the switch family, 48 identifies access-port count, U identifies UPOE, and S identifies IP Base. Uplinks are selected separately rather than identified by an uplink-count segment in this PID.
WS-C3560X-48U-S supports browser-based device manager, Cisco IOS CLI through console or Telnet, SSH with a cryptographic image, Cisco Network Assistant, CiscoWorks LMS, and SNMP management. Local console access includes RJ-45 and USB mini-Type B connections. Specify the installed image and administrative access requirements before deployment.
WS-C3560X-48U-S provides an 800W shared PoE budget with its default supply and supports Cisco UPOE at 60W per port. Two C3KX-PWR-1100WAC supplies raise the shared ceiling to 1800W, supporting 30 full-power UPOE connections. Power must be allocated across endpoints; all 48 ports cannot simultaneously draw 60W.
WS-C3560X-48U-S accepts C3KX-NM-1G, C3KX-NM-10G, C3KX-NM-10GT, and C3KX-SM-10G, but includes no uplink module in its base configuration. C3KX-NM-1G provides four Gigabit interfaces; C3KX-NM-10G supports two 10G SFP+ uplinks; C3KX-NM-10GT provides two copper 10G interfaces. C3KX-SM-10G adds service capabilities to two 10G SFP+ interfaces.
No, Catalyst 3560-X switches do not support switch stacking or StackPower. Each chassis operates as a standalone switch, even when management tools administer multiple units together. The chassis has no dedicated stacking connectors, so a stacking cable or adapter cannot convert this family into a hardware stack.
WS-C3560X-48U-S includes Static routing, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub, and OSPF for routed access under IP Base. Full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4, IS-ISv4, and PBR require IP Services. The 11000-route routing-template total describes hardware resource scale, not permission to use protocols excluded from the installed license.
WS-C3560X-48U-S ships with IP Base, while IP Services requires a separate Cisco IOS feature-license upgrade. Feature activation uses the switch's license file rather than a different chassis. The 48-port upgrade forms include C3560X-48-S-E and L-C3560X-48-S-E. Confirm installed activation and entitlement when specifying a certified refurbished unit.
Yes, WS-C3560X-48U-S reached end of sale on October 30, 2016, and Cisco hardware support ended October 31, 2021. Its original replacement, WS-C3650-48FD-S, is also discontinued. The forward migration chain reaches C9300L-48PF-4X-A, so the intermediate model should not be treated as a current-generation replacement purchase.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3560X-48U-S new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units. Returns are 30 days on every condition; terms apply. Cisco's enhanced limited lifetime hardware warranty and Cisco service ended October 31, 2021.
WS-C3560X-48U-S supports 60W Cisco UPOE per port, whereas WS-C3560X-48PF-S supports 30W PoE+ per port. Both models have 48 Gigabit access ports, IP Base, and an 800W single-supply budget. Both are discontinued: the UPOE model addresses compatible higher-power endpoints, while the PoE+ model addresses endpoints within the lower per-port limit.
WS-C3560X-48U-E includes IP Services, while WS-C3560X-48U-S includes IP Base. IP Services enables advanced routing features that the IP Base configuration excludes, including full OSPF and BGPv4. Both models are discontinued; the S configuration addresses baseline routed access, while the E configuration addresses legacy installations requiring the advanced feature set.
C9300L-48PF-4X-A includes four 10G uplinks, whereas WS-C3560X-48U-S ships with an empty modular uplink bay. C9300L-48PF-4X-A is the current successor reached through discontinued WS-C3650-48FD-S. The older switch addresses legacy installations retaining their modular uplink arrangement; the successor addresses migration orders requiring its included uplink configuration.
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