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WS-C3650-48FQ-E
CATALYST 3650 48PORT FULL POE 4X10G UPLINK IPSVCS
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WS-C3650-48FQ-E Overview
WS-C3650-48FQ-E is engineered with a fixed architecture that integrates a robust design supporting diverse power options including AC power with redundant capability, and it features 48 high-performance 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports complemented by 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports. The integrated stacking technology ensures seamless scalability and high availability for demanding enterprise environments.
WS-C3650-48FQ-E delivers reliable Layer 2 and Layer 3 performance optimized for campus, branch, and edge deployments. Its efficient power consumption, advanced security features, and flexible configuration make it ideally suited for high-density connectivity and mission-critical network applications.
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WS-C3650-48FQ-E 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
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- IOS
- IP Services
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- POE Support
- POE+
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Weight
- 28 lbs
- Depth
- 12.8 inches
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports
- Power Consumption
- 355 W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-48FQ-E
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch
WS-C3650-48FQ-E Use Case
Campus VoIP & Wi-Fi Convergence with Cisco Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E
In a large university campus, network engineers deploy the WS-C3650-48FQ-E to power 48 IP phones and 24 high-density 802.11ac Wave 2 access points over full PoE. Leveraging 4×10G uplinks and IP Services capabilities, they achieve seamless voice and wireless convergence, enforce QoS policies end-to-end, and centralize management in Cisco DNA Center. Outcome: stable multi-service delivery, 740W PoE budget, 30% reduction in network downtime and simplified operations.
Enterprise Video Surveillance & Access Layer Aggregation
A retail chain integrates 40 full-PoE IP cameras per location on the Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E, using its 4×10G uplinks to aggregate encrypted video streams into the core. With advanced IP Services features—Dynamic ARP Inspection, ACLs and NetFlow—IT secures and prioritizes critical surveillance traffic. Outcome: centralized real-time monitoring, 740W PoE support for up to 48 cameras, simplified cabling and a 25% faster incident response time.
Branch Office Virtualization & Secure Segmentation
A multi-site financial services firm standardizes on the WS-C3650-48FQ-E as its branch access switch. Full PoE powers IP phones, wireless controllers and IoT sensors while 4×10G uplinks feed virtualized servers. Leveraging IP Services for VRF-lite, advanced QoS and policy-based routing, the firm isolates guest, corporate and VoIP traffic. Outcome: improved application performance, end-to-end encryption, streamlined compliance and a 40% increase in network throughput.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3650-48FQ-E |  WS-C3650-48TS-S |  WS-C3650-48PD-L |  WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.8 inches | 12.8 inches | 16.5 inches | 11.8 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 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 | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Base | LAN Base |
| 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-C3650-48FQ-E | WS-C3650-48TS-S | WS-C3650-48PD-L | WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 256 MB | 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 | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 ports and 4 fixed SFP uplink ports | 48 PoE+ ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 48 RJ45 ports, 12 SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 355 W | N/A | 370 W | 370 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48TS-S | Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48PD-L | Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48UZ-L Stackable Access Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 10G |
| Weight | 28 lbs | 25 lbs | 23 lbs | 28 lbs |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.2 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nida Ashraf
4
Handles enterprise traffic reliably without packet drops.
R
Ruben Martinez
5
Great option for scalable campus networks.
S
Salman Rauf
5
Deployment was straightforward.
J
Jennifer Lee
5
Very dependable switch.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E?
The Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E is a stackable enterprise switch with 48 full PoE+ ports, four 10G SFP+ uplinks, an IP Services license, and Cisco IOS XE for advanced connectivity and security.
What are the main features of the Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E?
It offers 48 PoE+ ports with a 740W power budget, 4x10G SFP+ uplinks, 160 Gbps StackWise-160, Cisco IOS XE IP Services, Layer 3 routing, advanced QoS, and high availability.
How much power does each PoE+ port support?
Each PoE+ port delivers up to 30W, with a total system budget of 740W, ideal for wireless access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones.
What uplink options are available on this switch?
The switch includes four 10G SFP+ uplink ports supporting fiber transceivers or direct-attach cables for flexible, high-speed aggregation.
Can the Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E be stacked, and what is its stack capacity?
Yes. It uses Cisco StackWise-160 to stack up to nine switches with 160 Gbps of inter-switch bandwidth, simplifying management and ensuring redundancy.
What software license is included and what features does it unlock?
It includes the IP Services license, enabling advanced Layer 3 features such as OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, multicast routing, VRF-lite, comprehensive security, and QoS policies.
Which Cisco IOS XE software version does it support?
It runs on Cisco IOS XE, providing a modular, programmable platform with high availability, embedded security, automation tools, and application visibility.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate?
The switch delivers 176 Gbps of switching capacity and up to 77.37 Mpps forwarding rate to accommodate high-performance campus and branch networks.
What are common use cases for the Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E?
Ideal for enterprise access, wireless backhaul, video surveillance, and IP telephony deployments that require high PoE power, advanced routing, and resilient stacking.
How is the 3650-48FQ-E configured and managed?
Manage via Cisco DNA Center, CLI, or web UI. It supports Plug and Play, SNMP, NetFlow, and REST APIs for rapid provisioning, monitoring, and automation.
What security features does this switch provide?
Security includes 802.1X authentication, MACsec encryption, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, Cisco TrustSec, and policy-based access control to protect network resources.
What QoS capabilities are available on the Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E?
It offers wire-speed QoS with hardware-based prioritization, classification, shaping, policing, and Flexible NetFlow to guarantee performance for voice, video, and data.
How energy efficient is the Catalyst 3650-48FQ-E?
Featuring Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), intelligent power management, and variable-speed fans, it minimizes power consumption while maintaining consistent performance.
What warranty and support options are available?
Includes a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90 days of software support. Cisco SMARTnet can be added for 24/7 technical assistance and next-business-day replacement.
What are its physical dimensions and operating conditions?
It is a 1RU rack-mount switch measuring 44.5 cm x 44 cm x 4.45 cm, operating at 0 °C–40 °C with 10%–85% non-condensing humidity.
How does the 3650-48FQ-E differ from the 3650-48PS-E?
The 48FQ-E offers a 740W PoE budget versus 370W and four 10G SFP+ uplinks versus four 1G uplinks on the 48PS-E, delivering greater power and uplink speed.