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Cisco WS-C3650-48FQM-E Catalyst 3650 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Sw...
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WS-C3650-48FQM-E is a shallow-depth, Layer 3 enterprise access switch with 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ downlinks and four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks. Its Mini chassis retains the full-width, 1U rack-mount format while using a fixed internal power supply and fixed fans rather than the removable power and cooling hardware found on standard-depth models. The Catalyst 3650 serves enterprise access deployments connecting powered endpoints and wired clients. IP Services enables advanced routing rather than limiting the purchase to basic access switching. The discontinued WS-C3650-48FQM-S carries IP Base instead, so the license tier distinguishes otherwise similar Mini configurations. The uplinks are built into the chassis; a removable network module is not part of this configuration.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E price for new stock is $1,260.00, a 96% saving from the Cisco list price of $31,764.00. WS-C3650-48FQM-E refurb price is $2,259.36. WS-C3650-48FQM-E is in stock and available for free next-day delivery. (terms applied)
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176 Gbps switching capacity establishes the standalone switching ceiling, while 130.95 Mpps forwarding capacity provides the packet-rate limit for traffic sizing. 775W of shared PoE power requires aggregate endpoint allocation rather than simultaneous maximum output on every powered port. OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 support advanced unicast routing under IP Services; OSPFv3 and EIGRPv6 extend routing to IPv6, and PIM-SM and PIM-DM support multicast routing. WS-C3650-48FQM-E combines 4 GB of DRAM with 2 GB of flash for system operation and image storage. The Cisco Unified Access Data Plane ASIC handles forwarding, with a 32000-entry MAC table and a total IPv4 route scale of 24000 entries covering ARP plus learned routes. Cisco Catalyst 3650 Mini hardware supplies PoE+, not Cisco UPOE.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E is offered new sealed or certified refurbished, with ORM warranties of up to 3-year extended coverage for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units; every condition has 30-day returns, terms apply. Refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on, POST, rated-speed port links, clean boot, PoE output under load on every powered port, optics recognition, PSU and fan status, with firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Specify the condition and required accessories on the purchase order. ORM accepts POs, offers Net-30 for government and RMA with advance replacement, and supports regional stock and RMA across the UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
License Tier | IP Services |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1G PoE+, 4 x 10G SFP+ |
PoE Budget | 775W shared |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale May 31, 2023 |
Replacement PID | C9300LM-48U-4Y-A |
In a global enterprise headquarters, IT deploys the WS-C3650-48FQM-E CATALYST 3650 48-PORT MINI 4X10G UPLINK IP SVCS in wiring closets to aggregate 802.11ac Wave 2 access points, IP phones, and office PCs over PoE+. Leveraging stackable switching, advanced QoS and integrated wireless controller functionality, this use case ensures unified wired/wireless policy enforcement, seamless client roaming, and priority voice/video delivery. Outcome: simplified operations, 30% faster troubleshooting, and consistent SLA adherence across 2,000+ campus users.
A nationwide retail chain equips 200 small-branch stores with Catalyst 3650 48-port mini switches to terminate dual 10G uplinks to an SD-WAN edge device and onsite VPN concentrator. With built-in IP Services, OSPF routing, VRF-Lite segmentation and Cisco TrustSec, each store achieves secure, high-performance connectivity for POS terminals, digital signage and inventory IoT sensors. Outcome: 99.99% uplink availability, 40% reduction in branch firewall costs, and centralized policy control across hybrid WAN links.
In a smart factory deployment, operations teams install the WS-C3650-48FQM-E to power 48 PoE cameras and environmental sensors while delivering four 10G uplinks to the core network. Utilizing advanced multicast routing for live video feeds, ACL-based segmentation and real-time telemetry via Cisco IOS XE IP Services, the switch secures OT networks and optimizes bandwidth for critical machine-vision analytics. Outcome: 24/7 visibility into production lines, 50% lower cabling costs, and a 35% improvement in anomaly detection response times.
When a branch installation requires equipment to start after an unheated storage or transport period, the minimum cold-start ambient temperature is 0°C. Include cabinet conditions and startup procedures in the installation plan, and confirm the site can meet that requirement before specifying the delivery and commissioning schedule.
When a staging environment must reproduce a segmented enterprise configuration, the system supports 4094 VLAN IDs and 1000 switched virtual interfaces. Prepare the intended segmentation and interface configuration before acceptance testing, then confirm those requirements against the planned configuration before placing the purchase order.
Powered endpoints requiring Cisco UPOE
WS-C3650-48FQM-E supplies PoE+ rather than Cisco UPOE. C9300LM-48U-4Y-A is its replacement with Cisco UPOE, retaining 48 access ports while changing the uplink configuration.
25G connections to upstream switches
WS-C3650-48FQM-E has fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks and no removable uplink module bay. C9300LM-48U-4Y-A provides four fixed 25G uplinks as the replacement configuration.
Two hot-swappable internal power supplies
WS-C3650-48FQM-E uses one fixed internal power supply. The Mini chassis does not provide the two removable internal supply bays available on standard-depth Catalyst 3650 models.
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| WS-C3650-48FQM-E |  WS-C3650-24PD-E |  WS-C3650-48FQM-L |  WS-C3650-24PS-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 296 mm | 448 mm | 296 mm | 448 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 2 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-C3650-48FQM-E | WS-C3650-24PD-E | WS-C3650-48FQM-L | WS-C3650-24PS-E |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 95.8W (100% traffic / no PoE load) | 70.1W at 100% traffic excluding PoE load | 95.8W excluding PoE at 100% traffic | 65.9W without PoE load |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 92 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 92 Gbps |
| Weight | 5.74 kg | 7.26 kg | 5.74 kg | 7.26 kg |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 18 December 2020
Reliable switching in limited space.
Reviewed on the 29 December 2021
Consistent performance.
Reviewed on the 13 February 2025
Met expectations.
Reviewed on the 24 July 2020
Mini form factor with IP Services delivered strong flexibility.
Reviewed on the 21 January 2019
Smooth rollout.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E identifies a Catalyst 3650 Mini switch with 48 Gigabit Full PoE+ ports, four 10G uplinks and IP Services. WS-C3650 identifies the family; 48 identifies the access-port count; F identifies Full PoE; Q identifies four 10G uplinks; M identifies Mini hardware; E selects IP Services.
Catalyst 3650 Mini management includes the web-based Device Manager and configuration wizard, CLI access through the console or SSH and Telnet, SNMP management, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. SSH and encrypted SNMPv3 require the cryptographic software image. Specify the intended management access and credentials during staging.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E reached end of sale on May 31, 2023, and Cisco support ends May 31, 2028. Software maintenance ended May 30, 2024; service contract renewals end August 26, 2027. The Mini model follows these milestones, not the earlier support deadline affecting standard-depth Catalyst 3650 hardware.
New sealed and certified refurbished WS-C3650-48FQM-E units carry ORM warranties: new up to 3-year extended; refurbished up to 1 year. Every condition has 30-day returns, terms apply. Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime warranty covers the original owner under its discontinuance policy; Cisco service ends May 31, 2028.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E uses permanent IP Services licensing for its base network feature set. Separate automation subscription paths include Cisco DNA Advantage and Cisco DNA Premier, with a three-year minimum term; Cisco DNA Advantage also has a five-year option. Confirm base entitlement and subscription coverage separately on the order.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E provides a shared 775W PoE budget across 48 PoE+ access ports, with 30W maximum output per port. The aggregate budget does not support all ports simultaneously at that maximum. Prepare an endpoint power schedule that includes actual device requirements before allocating powered connections.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E has four fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports, not an empty removable uplink-module bay. The same uplink arrangement supports 1G SFP operation when appropriate transceivers are selected. Match the transceiver, fiber type and upstream interface speed before specifying the uplink components on the purchase order.
Yes, WS-C3650-48FQM-E supports optional StackWise-160 stacking with nine members and 160 Gbps stack bandwidth. Specify C3650-STACK-KIT= hardware and STACK-T2-50CM=, STACK-T2-1M= or STACK-T2-3M= cables. Mini models can join standard Catalyst 3650 members; mixed Catalyst 3850 stacks are unsupported, so confirm the existing stack family.
Yes, the IP Services Catalyst 3650 Mini supports full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4, plus OSPFv3 and EIGRPv6 for IPv6. PIM-SM and PIM-DM provide multicast routing. The total IPv4 route scale is 24000 entries including ARP plus learned routes, rather than a separate learned-route-only allowance.
No, WS-C3650-48FQM-E has one fixed 975W internal AC power supply and no second removable internal supply bay. External redundancy uses PWR-RPS2300, which is discontinued and has no replacement. The 95.8W traffic-test consumption figure excludes PoE loading and must not be treated as total powered-endpoint consumption.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E provides a 775W PoE budget, while WS-C3650-48PQ-E provides 390W; both models are discontinued. The higher allowance suits legacy installations with a larger aggregate powered-endpoint requirement. The lower-budget model suits endpoint schedules that remain within 390W, so size the actual connected load before selecting either configuration.
WS-C3650-48FQM-E includes IP Services, while WS-C3650-48FQM-S includes IP Base; both Mini models are discontinued. IP Services supplies full advanced routing, whereas IP Base includes routed-access OSPF rather than full OSPF. The E model suits advanced-routing requirements; the S model suits requirements covered by IP Base.
C9300LM-48U-4Y-A provides four 25G uplinks, while the discontinued WS-C3650-48FQM-E provides four 10G uplinks. C9300LM-48U-4Y-A is the named replacement. The older model suits legacy installations retaining 10G upstream connections; the replacement suits purchases requiring 25G upstream connectivity, with corresponding optics and upstream interfaces specified for that speed.
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