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Cisco WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L Catalyst 3650 48-Port Gigabit and M...
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WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L combines multigigabit copper access and Cisco UPOE in a managed Layer 2+ enterprise access switch. Its 48 access ports divide into 36 Gigabit Ethernet connections and 12 connections supporting 100 Mbps, 1G, 2.5G, 5G and 10G, accommodating faster access points alongside phones and other wired endpoints. Four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks connect to aggregation without a removable uplink card. The Catalyst 3650 chassis occupies one rack unit and ships with the LAN Base access feature set. Cisco UPOE supports compatible endpoints requiring 60W per port, subject to the shared power allocation rather than simultaneous maximum output across every connection. The discontinued WS-C3650-12X48FD-L instead provides PoE+ with a 30W per-port ceiling.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L price for new stock is $5,722.50. WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L refurb price is $367.50. WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L is in stock and available for free next-day delivery. (terms applied)
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392 Gbps switching capacity handles traffic across the mixed-speed access interfaces and fixed uplinks. 291.66 Mpps forwarding capacity provides the packet-processing figure for assessing traffic demand. 660W of shared PoE capacity from the included PWR-C1-1100WAC makes the endpoint inventory a separate sizing consideration from port availability. Static routing under LAN Base supports limited inter-network forwarding; OSPF for routed access requires IP Base, while full BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 require IP Services. WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L uses 4 GB of DRAM and 4 GB of flash for software operation and image storage. The hardware accommodates 32000 MAC addresses and 24000 IPv4 routes, with usable routing features controlled by the license tier. RSTP / MSTP and LACP support loop control and aggregated Ethernet links. LAN Base does not include wired AVC. 186.6W consumption at full traffic excludes endpoint power, so AC-feed sizing must account separately for PoE loading rather than treating that test figure as fully loaded consumption.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L is offered new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on, POST, rated-speed links on every port, clean boot, PoE output under load and optics bay recognition, with firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Specify condition, accessories and quantity on the purchase order. ORM warranties are up to a 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, while Cisco's eligible-original-owner Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty ends October 31, 2026. Enterprise and volume orders support PO acceptance, Net-30 for government and RMA with advance replacement across UK, EU, US and MEA stock/RMA regions.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
License Tier | LAN Base |
Port Configuration | 48 UPOE ports, 12 multigigabit; 4x10G SFP+ uplinks |
PoE Budget | 660W with one PWR-C1-1100WAC |
Lifecycle Status | Discontinued October 31, 2021; support ends October 31, 2026 |
Replacement PID | C9300L-48UXG-4X-E. |
In a large university campus deploying 250+ Wi-Fi 6 access points, the WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L acts as the floor-access switch with 48 multi-gigabit PoE+ ports and four 10 Gbps uplinks to the core. This setup eliminates wireless backhaul bottlenecks, reduces latency by 30%, and future-proofs the network for next-generation applications.
A global retail chain consolidates 150 endpoints—including POS terminals, IP cameras, and VoIP phones—per branch using the WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L. Four 10 Gbps uplinks deliver high-speed connectivity to the data center, while LAN Base features enable seamless failover. Outcome: doubled uplink throughput, 99.99% uptime, and simplified management.
A multi-site hotel integrates digital signage, access control, environmental sensors, and IP telephony across 40 floors with the WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L. Its 48 PoE+ multi-gigabit ports power diverse IoT devices and four 10 Gbps uplinks aggregate traffic to the network operations center. Benefit: 40% reduction in cabling complexity, centralized power management, and scalable IoT deployment.
A refresh introducing higher-draw endpoints needs a power plan before switch quantities are finalized. Two PWR-C1-1100WAC supplies support Cisco UPOE at 60W on a maximum of 29 ports. Allocate the remaining connections by endpoint demand, and specify the additional PWR-C1-1100WAC separately on the purchase order.
An existing LAN Base Catalyst 3650 stack needs another member without changing its software tier. LAN Base members cannot share a stack with IP Base or IP Services members. Match the incoming unit's feature license and software release to the installed stack before approving the purchase order.
A staging lab preparing switches for limited static routing must account for the selected SDM template. The VLAN template disables routing, and template changes require a reload before taking effect. Include template verification and the required reload in the acceptance procedure before approving staged units for deployment.
60W power on all 48 ports
Two PWR-C1-1100WAC supplies support 60W Cisco UPOE on a maximum of 29 ports, not all 48. A fully populated high-draw deployment exceeds this model's supported allocation.
Multigigabit speeds on every copper port
Only 12 access ports support 2.5G, 5G and 10G; the remaining 36 stop at 1G. An all-multigigabit endpoint inventory requires a different access-port configuration.
Cisco support after October 2026
Cisco service ends October 31, 2026. C9300L-48UXG-4X-E is the current migration choice with 48 ports, 12 multigigabit ports and four 10G uplinks.
Removable uplink modules for expansion
Four 10G SFP+ uplinks are fixed in the chassis. Removable network modules cannot add uplink ports or change this switch's uplink architecture after purchase.
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| WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L |  WS-C3650-48FD-L |  WS-C3650-48PQ-S |  WS-C3650-48PD-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 486 mm | 486 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 4 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L | WS-C3650-48FD-L | WS-C3650-48PQ-S | WS-C3650-48PD-L |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 186.6W excluding PoE load | 109.4W (100% traffic / no PoE load) | 107.4W at 100% test traffic / no PoE loading | 101.5W (100% traffic, excluding PoE) |
| Switching Capacity | 392 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Weight | 8.05 kg. | 7.8 kg | 7.6 kg | 7.6 kg |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 8 March 2024
Stable and efficient.
Reviewed on the 17 April 2021
Good reliability.
Reviewed on the 8 May 2026
Would recommend.
Reviewed on the 10 December 2025
mGig ports and 10G uplinks ideal for modern access layer.
Reviewed on the 16 June 2024
LAN Base features sufficient for us.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L identifies a Catalyst 3650 switch: WS-C3650 is the family, 12X indicates 12 multigigabit ports, 48 indicates 48 access ports, UQ identifies the UPOE configuration with four 10G uplinks, and L identifies LAN Base. The remaining 36 access ports operate at Gigabit Ethernet speeds.
Catalyst 3650 supports local console CLI, remote CLI over SSH or Telnet, SNMP management, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure for centralized administration. SSH and encrypted SNMPv3 require a cryptographic software image. Define the management addressing, authentication and approved access methods before staging replacement units.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L is discontinued: Cisco ended sales October 31, 2021, and sets October 31, 2026, as the last date of support. Vulnerability and security support also end October 31, 2026. These dates make the remaining support window a procurement constraint for continued deployment or replacement planning.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for refurbished units. Returns are accepted for 30 days on every condition; terms apply. Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty covers eligible original owners only and ends October 31, 2026.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L carries LAN Base; IP Base and IP Services are separate feature upgrades. Optional Cisco DNA Essentials and Cisco DNA Advantage subscriptions use three-, five- or seven-year terms. Cisco IOS XE 16.9.1 and later use Smart Licensing, so verify Smart Account entitlement before changing software or accepting a transferred unit.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L provides a shared 660W PoE budget with its included PWR-C1-1100WAC, while Cisco UPOE supports 60W per compatible endpoint. Two PWR-C1-1100WAC supplies support 60W output on a maximum of 29 ports. Size the aggregate endpoint demand rather than assuming every powered port can draw its maximum simultaneously.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L supports nine members in a StackWise-160 stack with 160 Gbps stacking bandwidth. Optional stacking requires C3650-STACK-KIT= and suitable STACK-T2-50CM=, STACK-T2-1M= or STACK-T2-3M= cables. LAN Base members must stack with other Catalyst 3650 LAN Base members rather than switches running IP Base or IP Services.
Yes, WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L supports limited static routing under LAN Base, making its as-shipped capability Layer 2+ rather than full enterprise Layer 3 routing. OSPF for routed access requires IP Base. Full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 require IP Services, so feature entitlement must match the intended routing design.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L consumes 186.6W in the full-traffic test with no PoE loading; that figure excludes power delivered to endpoints. The corresponding idle figure is 170.4W. Testing uses 115V AC with Energy Efficient Ethernet enabled, so neither value represents a fully loaded outlet requirement with powered devices connected.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L supports Cisco UPOE at 60W per port, whereas WS-C3650-12X48FD-L supports PoE+ at 30W per port. Both models are discontinued. The UPOE configuration addresses compatible higher-draw endpoints; the PoE+ configuration addresses endpoints within the lower per-port ceiling, with aggregate power still requiring separate sizing.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L ships with LAN Base, while WS-C3650-12X48UQ-S ships with IP Base. Both models are discontinued. LAN Base suits Layer 2 access with limited static routing; IP Base adds enterprise Layer 3 capabilities, including OSPF for routed access, for buyers maintaining an existing deployment with those licensed requirements.
WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L is discontinued with Cisco support ending October 31, 2026; C9300L-48UXG-4X-E is its current migration model. The replacement retains 48 access ports, including 12 multigigabit ports, and four 10G uplinks. The legacy unit suits existing Catalyst 3650 sparing; the replacement suits procurement moving beyond the ending support window.
The Catalyst 3650 WS-C3650-12X48UQ-L configuration provides four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks that also support 1G SFP operation. The uplinks are built into the chassis rather than supplied by a removable network module. Confirm transceiver inclusion on the quote and match the intended speed and connection type before ordering.
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