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Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port mGig, 2x10G Uplink, LAN Base
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WS-C3650-12X48FD-L Overview
WS-C3650-12X48FD-L is a high-performance stackable access switch built on a robust Cisco Catalyst 3650 architecture, engineered to integrate advanced routing, switching, and wireless control capabilities. It features a fixed configuration with 48 PoE+ enabled 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 12 10G SFP+ uplink slots, designed to deliver optimal scalability and reliability for enterprise, campus, and branch networks.
WS-C3650-12X48FD-L offers flexible power options with an AC power supply, high switching capacity, and enhanced stacking capabilities that simplify network expansion and management. The device is ideal for converged network scenarios, supporting Layer 2 and limited Layer 3 routing, making it suitable for modern digital workspaces and IoT applications.
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WS-C3650-12X48FD-L Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- IOS
- LAN Base
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- POE Support
- POE+
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- SFP Ports
- 12 SFP Ports
- Depth
- 11.8 inches
- Weight
- 29.3 lbs
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-12X48FD-L
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 12 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports, 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switch WS-C3650-12X48FD-L
WS-C3650-12X48FD-L Use Case
High-Density Wireless Campus Deployment
In a university campus deploying 500+ Wi-Fi 6 access points, the Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port mGig switch with LAN Base and 2×10G uplinks aggregates multi-gigabit backhaul traffic seamlessly. Benefit: Delivers predictable high-speed connectivity, centralized policy enforcement and scalable throughput for peak academic workloads.
Smart Factory Industrial IoT Network
In a manufacturing plant connecting 2,000+ PoE-powered sensors and HD cameras, the WS-C3650-12X48FD-L switch supplies multi-gigabit PoE+ and redundant 10G uplinks to support real-time analytics. Benefit: Ensures uninterrupted operations, bolsters predictive maintenance and enforces network segmentation for operational safety.
Converged Branch Office Edge Infrastructure
In a retail branch integrating Ethernet workstations, VoIP phones and Wi-Fi APs, the Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port mGig LAN Base switch offers QoS, security segmentation and 2×10G uplinks to headquarters. Benefit: Simplifies management, guarantees application performance and reduces total cost of ownership.
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C3650-12X48FD-L |  WS-C3650-48PQ-L |  WS-C3650-12X48UR-L |  WS-C3650-12X48UZ-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.8 inches | 18.1 inches | 18.54 inches | 18 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | LAN Base | LAN Base | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 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 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-12X48FD-L | WS-C3650-48PQ-L | WS-C3650-12X48UR-L | WS-C3650-12X48UZ-S |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 12 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports, 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 RJ-45 downlink ports; 12 fixed 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink slots | 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 12 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 370 W | 370 W | N/A |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switch WS-C3650-12X48FD-L | Cisco Catalyst 3650-48PQ-L Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48UR-L | Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48UZ-S |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 29.3 lbs | 24.3 lbs | 26 lbs | 18 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.32 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
Z
Zara Siddiq
5
LAN Base sufficient for access layer.
P
Pavel Ivanov
4
Consistent throughput.
F
Faizan Ali
4
Reliable performance.
M
Monica Reed
4
Good investment.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco WS-C3650-12X48FD-L switch?
The Cisco WS-C3650-12X48FD-L is a Catalyst 3650 Series fixed-access switch offering 48 multigigabit Ethernet ports, 2×10 Gbps SFP+ uplinks, and the LAN Base software feature set.
How many ports does the Catalyst 3650 48 Port mGig switch provide?
The WS-C3650-12X48FD-L provides 48 multigigabit Ethernet ports that auto-negotiate speeds of 1G, 2.5G, 5G, or 10G per port for high-performance access.
What uplink options are available on the WS-C3650-12X48FD-L?
This model includes two built-in 10 Gbps SFP+ uplink ports for fiber or direct-attach connectivity to the network core.
Does the Catalyst 3650 support multigigabit speeds?
Yes, all 48 ports support multigigabit speeds up to 10 Gbps, enabling high-performance access for Wi-Fi 6 APs, IP cameras, and workstations.