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WS-C3650-48FQM-L
Cisco WS-C3650-48FQM-L Catalyst 3650 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Sw...
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WS-C3650-48FQM-L is a reduced-depth, managed Layer 2+ access switch with 48 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 PoE+ ports and four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks. The full-width 1U chassis belongs to the Catalyst 3650 Mini range, addressing cabinet space constraints in enterprise branches and offices. LAN Base provides the as-shipped access feature set for connecting PCs, IP phones and wireless access points without implying the routing capabilities of higher software tiers. Cooling uses fixed fans rather than removable fan modules, so fan servicing cannot be planned around swapping a modular spare. The discontinued WS-C3650-48PQ-L carries a 390W default PoE budget, making endpoint-power demand the principal distinction between these two legacy configurations.
WS-C3650-48FQM-L price for new stock is $1,260.00, a 92.7% saving from the Cisco list price of $17,372.00. WS-C3650-48FQM-L refurb price is $1,659.00. WS-C3650-48FQM-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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176 Gbps switching capacity defines the aggregate forwarding envelope across access and uplink interfaces. 130.95 Mpps forwarding provides the packet-processing figure for traffic sizing. 775W of shared PoE power supplies connected endpoints; the fixed internal AC supply is rated at 975W rather than providing an expandable dual-supply arrangement. Limited static routing supports basic next-hop connectivity, but OSPF, EIGRP and BGPv4 require a higher software tier. WS-C3650-48FQM-L carries 4 GB of DRAM for runtime operation and 2 GB of flash for image storage. The Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series uses the UADP ASIC and supports 32000 MAC entries for endpoint learning. RSTP and MSTP handle spanning-tree topologies, while LACP groups compatible links. Console CLI access and remote SSH or Telnet provide configuration paths. A cryptographic image enables encrypted management functions. At full traffic without PoE loading, 95.8W represents switch electronics consumption rather than the complete powered-endpoint load, which must be considered separately when sizing upstream electrical capacity.
WS-C3650-48FQM-L is offered new sealed and certified refurbished; specify condition and quantity on the PO. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, every port linking at rated speed, clean boot, optics bay recognition, PSU status, fan status and PoE output under load on every powered port, with firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. ORM warranties cover new units for up to a 3-year extended term and certified refurbished units for up to 1 year; every condition carries 30-day returns, terms apply. Enterprise and volume POs are accepted, with Net-30 for government, RMA with advance replacement, and regional stock and RMA across the UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
License Tier | LAN Base |
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-E |
In a multi-building university environment, IT teams deploy the WS-C3650-48FQM-L Catalyst 3650 48-port mini switch with 4×10G uplinks to aggregate lab workstations, admin offices and voice gateways into distinct VLANs. This architecture delivers low-latency performance, hardware-accelerated QoS and policy-based security, enabling scalable segmentation and simplified network management across hundreds of endpoints.
A global manufacturing plant uses the WS-C3650-48FQM-L to connect 30 Wi-Fi 6 access points and 50 industrial IoT sensors over fiber-backed SFP ports. With LAN Base features, QoS prioritization and seamless 10G uplinks to the distribution core, the switch ensures real-time analytics, deterministic automation control and uninterrupted production line monitoring.
An SMB data center integrates the WS-C3650-48FQM-L Catalyst 3650 as a leaf node to serve a VMware ESXi cluster and iSCSI SAN. Four 10G uplinks provide aggregated throughput to the aggregation layer, while Cisco IOS LAN Base simplifies provisioning, reduces latency for east-west traffic and delivers enterprise-grade reliability for virtual machine workloads.
When branches receive units for staging in unheated areas, startup temperature needs a separate receiving check. The Catalyst 3650 Mini requires at least 0°C ambient temperature for a cold start. Arrange initial boot in a compliant environment and specify that startup requirement in the receiving checklist before releasing the PO.
When a pilot configuration is being reused across office networks, verify the VLAN inventory against the selected software tier before ordering production units. The LAN Base image supports 255 VLANs, so the staging configuration must fit that limit. Include the intended VLAN plan and acceptance configuration with the PO.
When an existing access stack needs another member, software alignment belongs in the receiving checklist rather than being left until installation. StackWise-160 automatically checks software versions and updates members to match the primary switch. Specify the intended stack software version and require staging against that version before the PO is released.
25G uplinks to distribution
WS-C3650-48FQM-L stops at 10G on its fixed uplinks. C9300LM-48U-4Y-E is the current replacement with four 25G uplinks while retaining 48 access ports.
More than 255 active VLANs
LAN Base on WS-C3650-48FQM-L supports at most 255 VLANs, so configurations requiring a larger simultaneously active VLAN inventory exceed the included software tier.
Dual internal power supply redundancy
WS-C3650-48FQM-L has a fixed supply rather than dual internal supply bays. External redundancy uses PWR-RPS2300, which is discontinued without a replacement; that arrangement does not provide dual internal modules.
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| WS-C3650-48FQM-L |  WS-C3650-12X48FD-E |  WS-C3650-48PQ-L |  WS-C3650-48TD-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 296 mm | 486 mm | 448 mm | 18.7 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) | Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 2 GB | 4 GB | 2 GB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-mount |
| Height | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 1.73 inches |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-48FQM-L | WS-C3650-12X48FD-E | WS-C3650-48PQ-L | WS-C3650-48TD-L |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 95.8W excluding PoE at 100% traffic | 172.7W without PoE loading | 107.4W excluding PoE at 100% traffic | 250W |
| Weight | 5.74 kg | 8.05 kg | 7.6 kg | 27 lbs |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 17.1 inches |
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Reviewed on the 2 December 2020
Mini form factor with 10G uplinks saved space.
Reviewed on the 4 March 2024
Reliable LAN Base feature set.
Reviewed on the 19 November 2018
Stable switching.
Reviewed on the 13 January 2022
Good deployment experience.
Reviewed on the 26 May 2022
Very satisfied.
WS-C3650-48FQM-L identifies a Catalyst 3650 switch: WS-C3650 is the family identifier, 48 denotes the access-port count, FQM identifies the PoE+ configuration with four 10G uplinks and a fixed 975W AC supply, and L specifies LAN Base. The complete part number distinguishes this fixed-power configuration from modular-supply versions.
The Cisco Catalyst 3650 is managed through the Cisco IOS XE CLI using console access or remote SSH and Telnet, plus SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, SNMPv3 and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. SSH and cryptographic SNMPv3 require a cryptographic software image. Specify the intended image and management integration before deployment.
WS-C3650-48FQM-L reached end of sale on May 31, 2023, with Cisco support ending May 31, 2028. Routine software maintenance ended May 30, 2024. C9300LM-48U-4Y-E is the current replacement. Existing service coverage remains subject to entitlement and the support deadline for this mini configuration.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3650-48FQM-L new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty on new units and up to 1 year on refurbished units. Returns are available for 30 days on either condition; terms apply. Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty is separate, subject to eligibility, and ends May 31, 2028.
LAN Base is perpetual on WS-C3650-48FQM-L; IP Base and IP Services are RTU upgrade tiers. Separate Cisco DNA Advantage or Cisco DNA Premier subscriptions require an upgraded tier and start at three-year terms. An ORM LAN Base order does not require either subscription merely to operate the switch.
775W is shared across the 48 PoE+ ports on the Catalyst 3650 Mini 48-port configuration, with up to 30W per powered port. That budget does not support maximum PoE+ draw on every port simultaneously. Specify each endpoint's power requirement and review the aggregate allocation before committing the endpoint list.
Four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks are built into WS-C3650-48FQM-L; the uplinks can alternatively run as four Gigabit Ethernet SFP connections. No removable network uplink module is required. Select compatible transceivers for the intended speed and remote connection, and verify optic and connection quantities on the purchase order.
Yes, WS-C3650-48FQM-L supports StackWise-160 stacks of nine Catalyst 3650 members at 160 Gbps using optional C3650-STACK-KIT= hardware. LAN Base members must remain separate from IP Base or IP Services stacks. Interconnect choices are STACK-T2-50CM=, STACK-T2-1M= and STACK-T2-3M=. Confirm the intended connection layout before ordering.
No, the LAN Base Catalyst 3650 configuration does not include OSPF or BGPv4; WS-C3650-48FQM-L supports limited static routing. OSPF for routed access requires IP Base. Full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 require IP Services, so specify the required routing behavior before choosing the software tier.
No, WS-C3650-48FQM-L does not accept a second internal power supply: its 975W AC supply is fixed. External redundancy uses PWR-RPS2300 rather than an internal redundant module. PWR-RPS2300 is discontinued without a replacement. Existing external redundancy equipment and its service horizon need checking independently of the switch order.
The Catalyst 3650 Mini 48-port switch is a full-width, rack-mount 1U unit despite its reduced depth. WS-C3650-48FQM-L measures 44 mm high, 445 mm wide and 296 mm deep, and weighs 5.74 kg. Check available cabinet depth and the planned rack position before assembling the purchase order.
WS-C3650-48FQM-L supplies a 775W shared PoE budget, while WS-C3650-48PQ-L supplies 390W with its default power configuration. Both models are discontinued. The mini model suits legacy orders requiring the larger default endpoint-power pool; the other model suits existing deployments sized around the lower budget, subject to actual endpoint draw.
WS-C3650-48FQM-L ships with LAN Base, while WS-C3650-48FQM-S ships with IP Base. Both models are discontinued. LAN Base suits access configurations within 255 VLANs using limited static routing; IP Base adds routed-access functions and 4094-VLAN capacity for legacy deployments requiring the broader included software feature set.
C9300LM-48U-4Y-E provides four 25G uplinks, while WS-C3650-48FQM-L provides four 10G uplinks. C9300LM-48U-4Y-E is the current replacement for the discontinued mini switch. The older model suits like-for-like legacy uplink requirements; the replacement suits orders requiring 25G distribution connections while keeping 48 access ports.
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