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WS-C3650-48FQ-L
CATALYST 3650 48PORT FULL POE 4X10G UPLINK LAN BASE
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WS-C3650-48FQ-L Overview
WS-C3650-48FQ-L is a high-performance switch engineered with a robust integrated architecture, providing both Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 routing capabilities under the LAN Lite image. It features 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports, supports efficient stacking for simplified network management, and is built to deliver consistent performance in enterprise and campus environments.
Designed for demanding network infrastructures, WS-C3650-48FQ-L offers flexible power options through its AC power supply and reliable non-redundant power configuration. Its advanced stacking technology, solid switching fabric of 160 Gbps, and high PoE+ support make it an ideal choice for scalable and efficient branch offices, medium to large campuses, and dynamic business environments.
WS-C3650-48FQ-L price is $5,129.00, a 71.8% saving from the Cisco list price of $18,167.00. WS-C3650-48FQ-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C3650-48FQ-L Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 370W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-48FQ-L
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G / 10G
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 160 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series WS-C3650-48FQ-L
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 11.8 inches
- Weight
- 31 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C3650-48FQ-L |  WS-C3650-48TQ-E |  WS-C3650-12X48UZ-E |  WS-C3650-24PD-L |  WS-C3650-48PD-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.8 inches | 17.0 inches | 17 inches | 12.8 inches | 11.8 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 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 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-48FQ-L | WS-C3650-48TQ-E | WS-C3650-12X48UZ-E | WS-C3650-24PD-L | WS-C3650-48PD-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports | Supports stacking via Cisco StackWise-160; fixed port configuration with dedicated uplink slots | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 12 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports and 4 x 10/100/1000 SFP uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports and 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370W | N/A | 370 W | 370W | 370W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series WS-C3650-48FQ-L | Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TQ-E | Cisco Catalyst 3650 12X48UZ-E | Cisco Catalyst 3650 24 Port PoE+ Switch, LAN Lite | Cisco Catalyst 3650-48PD-E Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G / 10G | 10G | 10G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 31 lbs | 31 lbs | 25 lbs | 19.8 lbs | 35 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Mehwish Anjum
5
Full PoE support worked flawlessly.
D
Diego Fernandez
4
Reliable switch for campus networks.
K
Kashif Ilyas
5
Predictable performance.
D
Diana Perez
5
Satisfied overall.
Questions & Answers
What is the WS-C3650-48FQ-L Catalyst 3650 48-Port Full PoE switch?
The WS-C3650-48FQ-L is a fixed-configuration, stackable Layer 3 switch with 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, four 10G SFP+ uplinks, and the Cisco LAN Base software image for enterprise access networks.
What PoE standards and power budget does the Catalyst 3650-48FQ-L support?
This switch supports IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) and IEEE 802.3af (PoE), delivering up to 30 W per port with a total PoE budget of 740 W to power access points, IP phones, and other devices.
How do the 4x10G SFP+ uplinks on the WS-C3650-48FQ-L enhance network performance?
The four 10G SFP+ uplink ports provide high-bandwidth aggregation and low-latency connectivity to distribution or core layers, improving throughput and reducing bottlenecks.
What features are included in the Cisco LAN Base image on the Catalyst 3650?
The LAN Base image delivers full Layer 2 switching plus basic Layer 3 services such as static routing and RIP, along with access control and QoS features for enterprise edge deployments.