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WS-C3650-48FQ-S
Cisco WS-C3650-48FQ-S Catalyst 3650 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Swi...
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WS-C3650-48FQ-S combines 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ access ports with four 10G SFP+ uplinks in a managed Layer 3, 1U rack-mount switch. IP Base is the installed network feature set, placing this configuration at the enterprise access edge for user devices, IP phones and wireless access points. The Catalyst 3650 uses built-in fiber uplink interfaces rather than a removable uplink card, so the uplink architecture is selected with the hardware purchase. Its closest power-budget sibling, the discontinued WS-C3650-48PQ-S, supplies 390W for powered endpoints. This 48-port Gigabit PoE+ access switch supports standalone operation or optional hardware stacking. The network tier determines which routing functions are available, separating routed-access operation from the advanced routing features that require a different entitlement.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S price for new stock is $7,875.00. WS-C3650-48FQ-S refurb price is $204.75. WS-C3650-48FQ-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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176 Gbps switching capacity accommodates traffic across the access and uplink interfaces; 130.95 Mpps forwarding rate defines the packet-processing ceiling. 775W of shared PoE power comes from the supplied PWR-C2-1025WAC, requiring endpoint allocations to remain within that pool. Static routing, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub and OSPF for routed access provide the installed tier's routing options, while PBR controls selected forwarding decisions. Full OSPF, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 require IP Services. WS-C3650-48FQ-S carries 4 GB DRAM and 2 GB flash for operating software and configuration storage. The combined IPv4 scale covers 24000 ARP and learned-route entries, with support for 1000 switched virtual interfaces. RSTP and MSTP control Layer 2 loops, while DHCP snooping and dynamic ARP inspection check address bindings. Three FAN-T1= fans cool the chassis. 120.5W consumption at full traffic excludes endpoint power, so electrical planning must account for PoE separately.
ORM Systems supplies WS-C3650-48FQ-S new sealed or certified refurbished; ORM warranty coverage is up to a 3-year extended term for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units, with 30-day returns on every condition and terms applying. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with PoE output verified under load on every powered port, firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Specify condition, quantity and required accessories on the purchase order; Cisco's original-owner enhanced limited lifetime hardware warranty and service end October 31, 2026. PO is accepted, government buyers receive Net-30, and enterprise or volume orders have regional stock and RMA coverage across UK, EU, US and MEA, including advance replacement.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
License Tier | IP Base |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1G PoE+ / 4 x 10G SFP+ |
Stacking | StackWise-160 / 9 members |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale October 31, 2021 / Support ends October 31, 2026. |
Replacement PID | C9300L-48PF-4X-A. |
In a 1,000-user enterprise headquarters, the WS-C3650-48FQ-S delivers full PoE+ to 48 IP phones and 60 Wi-Fi 6 access points across three floors. With integrated 4×10G uplinks and stackable architecture, IT teams achieve sub-microsecond QoS for voice/video traffic and single-pane management via Cisco DNA Center. Outcome: streamlined operations, 30% faster deployment of UC services, and 25% lower rack footprint compared to separate voice and data switches.
A 200-bed hospital deploys the Catalyst 3650 48-port Full PoE switch to power bedside monitors, wireless infusion pumps, and secure VoIP phones. Advanced IOS IP Base features enforce per-VLAN segmentation and NBAR-driven application visibility to maintain HIPAA compliance. Outcome: 99.99% network uptime, centralized PoE budgeting with auto-recovery, and simplified policy enforcement that reduces audit prep time by 40%.
A nationwide retail chain installs the WS-C3650-48FQ-S in regional hub closets to support 48 PoE cameras and dynamic digital signage displays across ten stores. The switch’s 4×10G uplinks aggregate 4K video streams to an on-premises VMS, while Cisco TrustSec secures camera traffic at line rate. Outcome: 4K video retention extended by 50%, centralized firmware updates in under 10 minutes, and 20% savings on power distribution infrastructure.
When an existing Catalyst 3650 stack needs another member, centralized operation uses one IP address and an active switch with a synchronized standby. Membership changes can occur without interrupting stack operation. Before the PO, verify the installed software and the intended active and standby roles.
When a fabric edge must separate several groups of endpoints, IP Base combined with Cisco DNA Advantage limits the Catalyst 3650 to three virtual networks. The network tier therefore affects segmentation independently of port quantity. Specify the required virtual-network count and confirm matching subscription entitlements before the PO.
When equipment will be staged in an unheated space, a Catalyst 3650 with AC power requires at least 0°C ambient temperature for cold start. A running unit's operating range does not replace that startup requirement. Check staging-room temperature and include a powered startup test in the acceptance plan before ordering.
Cisco support beyond October 2026
Cisco service for WS-C3650-48FQ-S ends October 31, 2026. C9300L-48PF-4X-A is the current replacement with 48 powered access ports and four fixed 10G uplinks.
UPOE for higher-draw endpoints
WS-C3650-48FQ-S provides PoE+ rather than UPOE, with a 30W per-port ceiling; higher-draw endpoints cannot receive their required power directly from this model.
25G or faster distribution uplinks
WS-C3650-48FQ-S has fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks without an uplink expansion bay. Changing optics does not turn these connections into 25G or 40G interfaces.
Full BGP or IS-IS routing
IP Base on WS-C3650-48FQ-S does not include BGPv4, IS-ISv4 or full OSPF. Those advanced routing functions require the IP Services feature set.
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| WS-C3650-48FQ-S |  WS-C3650-12X48FD-E |  WS-C3650-24TS-S |  WS-C3650-48PQ-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 486 mm | 486 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 2 GB | 4 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-C3650-48FQ-S | WS-C3650-12X48FD-E | WS-C3650-24TS-S | WS-C3650-48PQ-S |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 120.5W at 100% traffic / Excludes PoE loading | 172.7W without PoE loading | 57.1W at 100% traffic under ATIS testing | 107.4W at 100% test traffic / no PoE loading |
| Weight | 7.8 kg. | 8.05 kg | 6.87 kg | 7.6 kg |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 2 February 2022
Full PoE model powers phones and APs reliably.
Reviewed on the 1 December 2021
IP Base license balanced features and cost.
Reviewed on the 8 December 2021
Stable under continuous PoE load.
Reviewed on the 7 December 2018
Good access layer switch.
Reviewed on the 17 December 2020
Very reliable.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S identifies a Catalyst 3650 switch: WS-C3650 denotes the family, 48 denotes the access-port count, F denotes the full-PoE configuration, Q denotes four 10G uplinks, and S denotes IP Base. The complete configuration includes Gigabit PoE+ access ports and the supplied PWR-C2-1025WAC.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S is managed through the web UI, console CLI, remote CLI over SSH or Telnet, SNMP and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. The switch runs Cisco IOS XE, with configuration and monitoring performed through those interfaces. SSH and cryptographic SNMPv3 require the appropriate cryptographic software image.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S provides a shared 775W PoE budget with one PWR-C2-1025WAC and supports 30W per powered port. That allocation does not cover simultaneous maximum PoE+ demand across all access ports. Two PWR-C2-1025WAC supplies support 30W on every port; specify the additional PWR-C2-1025WAC= when required.
The Catalyst 3650 configuration in WS-C3650-48FQ-S supports four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks, which can also operate at 1G with SFP transceivers. Mixed 1G and 10G uplink use is supported. Specify the required optics and link speeds before ordering; no removable uplink card changes this architecture.
StackWise-160 connects nine Catalyst 3650 members over 160 Gbps of stack bandwidth. WS-C3650-48FQ-S requires IP Base stack partners and optional C3650-STACK-KIT= hardware. Cable choices are STACK-T2-50CM=, STACK-T2-1M= and STACK-T2-3M=; specify lengths for the rack layout and confirm the stacking hardware supplied with each unit.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S includes static routing, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub and OSPF for routed access under IP Base. PBR is also available for selected forwarding policies. Full OSPF, full EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 belong to IP Services and are not included in the as-shipped network tier.
No, WS-C3650-48FQ-S ships with one PWR-C2-1025WAC and supports an optional second internal supply. The as-shipped configuration therefore does not include two-supply redundancy. The installed AC supply accepts 100-240V input; specify PWR-C2-1025WAC= separately when the order requires the matching additional supply.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S has a perpetual IP Base license; optional Cisco DNA Advantage and Cisco DNA Premier subscriptions have three-year minimum terms. Cisco DNA Advantage offers three-year and five-year options, while IP Services is a separate network-tier upgrade. Optional subscription entitlements remain separate from the hardware purchase and its perpetual base license.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S reached end of sale on October 31, 2021, and its last date of Cisco support is October 31, 2026. Software maintenance releases ended October 31, 2022. C9300L-48PF-4X-A is the current replacement for buyers specifying hardware beyond the Catalyst 3650 support horizon.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3650-48FQ-S new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to 1 year. Both conditions include 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's original-owner enhanced limited lifetime warranty and service end October 31, 2026. Refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S has a 775W PoE budget, while WS-C3650-48PQ-S has 390W; both are discontinued Catalyst 3650 models. The larger allocation suits buyers maintaining higher aggregate powered-endpoint demand, whereas the smaller allocation suits existing installations with lower PoE requirements. Size actual endpoint demand before choosing either legacy variant.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S includes IP Base, while WS-C3650-48FQ-E includes IP Services; both models are discontinued and share the same powered-port and uplink configuration. IP Base suits existing routed-access deployments, while IP Services suits legacy installations requiring full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 or IS-ISv4 routing.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S is discontinued and reaches its last Cisco support date on October 31, 2026; C9300L-48PF-4X-A is its current replacement. The replacement retains 48 powered access ports and four 10G uplinks. The legacy model serves like-for-like sparing, while the successor suits migration away from the discontinued family.
WS-C3650-48FQ-S is a 1U rack-mount switch measuring 44 mm high, 445 mm wide and 486 mm deep, with a 7.8 kg shipping weight. Check usable cabinet depth and rear clearance rather than rack height alone. RACK-KIT-T1= and 4PT-KIT-T1= are the associated mounting accessory options.
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