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WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L Overview
WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L delivers a robust architecture built on high-performance silicon and advanced stacking technology, enabling scalable and reliable network deployments. Designed for enterprise access and distribution, it integrates flexible power options—including redundant power supply capability—with a mix of 48 high-speed Ethernet downlink ports and 12 10G SFP+ uplink ports to support both twisted pair and fiber media.
WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L is engineered for critical use cases such as campus connectivity, branch networking, and high-density environments by providing Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing, efficient network performance, and seamless stacking scalability. Its streamlined design and optimized switching capacity ensure that the switch meets demanding performance requirements with minimal downtime and ease of integration into existing infrastructures.
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WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- Non POE
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Switching Capacity
- 160 Gbps
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Power Consumption
- 370 W
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A
- Weight
- 28 lbs
- SFP Ports
- 12 SFP Ports
- Depth
- 11.8 inches
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 320 Gbps
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 RJ45 ports, 12 SFP+ uplink ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48UZ-L Stackable Access Switch
WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L Use Case
High-Density PoE for Enterprise Wi-Fi Rollouts
In a multi-floor corporate office deploying 48 Cisco Catalyst Wi-Fi 6 access points, the WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L provides 48 MGig PoE++ ports and 2×40 Gbps uplinks to power high-bandwidth APs over existing cabling. Outcome: Simplified infrastructure, zero point-of-failure power delivery and seamless 802.11ax performance, boosting end-user productivity and minimizing downtime.
Campus Aggregation with 40 Gbps Uplink Scalability
At a university’s network core, stacking four WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L switches delivers 576 Gbps of non-blocking bandwidth and dual 40 Gbps uplinks to the data center. Benefit: Deterministic high-capacity backbone, advanced QoS for voice/video, and linear growth support ensure future-proof academic connectivity and resilient campus-wide services.
Secure Industrial IoT Edge with Multigigabit Segmentation
In a smart manufacturing plant, the WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L powers and connects 48 MGig IoT sensors, cameras, and safety devices while enforcing Cisco TrustSec segmentation. Benefit: Granular policy enforcement, real-time analytics, and robust PoE++ simplify OT/IT convergence, reducing security risk and driving operational efficiency.
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L |  WS-C3650-48PQ-S |  WS-C3650-48TD-L |  WS-C3650-48FQ-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.8 inches | 12.1 inches | 18.7 inches | 11.8 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 / N/A | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | IP Services | LAN Lite | LAN Lite |
| 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 / Unmanaged | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L | WS-C3650-48PQ-S | WS-C3650-48TD-L | WS-C3650-48FQ-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 RJ45 ports, 12 SFP+ uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 copper Ethernet ports and 4 10G SFP uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | Approx. 370W / N/A | 250W | 370W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48UZ-L Stackable Access Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port 10/100/1000 Switch with 4x10G SFP Uplink, LAN Lite | Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series WS-C3650-48FQ-L |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 1G / 10G |
| Weight | 28 lbs | 24 lbs | 27 lbs | 31 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.1 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nawal Siddiqui
5
LAN Base sufficient for high speed access.
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Alexei Morozov
5
Consistent throughput.
U
Umar Farooq
5
Reliable under load.
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Helen Scott
4
Good investment.
Questions & Answers
What is the WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L?
The WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L is a Cisco Catalyst 3650 fixed-configuration switch with 48 multi-gigabit Ethernet ports, two 40Gbps QSFP+ uplinks, and a LAN Base software license.
Which port speeds and PoE support does the WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L provide?
It offers 48 multi-gigabit RJ-45 ports (10/100/1000/2.5/5/10Gbps) with Cisco UPOE delivering up to 60W per port, plus two 40Gbps QSFP+ uplinks.
What software features are included in the LAN Base license?
The LAN Base license includes essential Layer 2 functions such as VLAN, Rapid PVST+, EtherChannel, QoS, basic ACLs, and limited IPv4/IPv6 support.
Can the WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L be stacked and what is the stack capacity?
Yes. It supports Cisco StackWise-160 stacking, allowing up to nine switches in a single stack with 160Gbps of stack bandwidth.