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Cisco WS-C3650-48FS-S Catalyst 3650 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Swi...
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WS-C3650-48FS-S is a managed Layer 3, 48-port Gigabit PoE+ access switch with four fixed 1G SFP uplinks and the IP Base feature set. Its Rack-Mount 1U chassis connects wired endpoints and supplies power to compatible phones and wireless access points. The Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series combines enterprise access switching with wired and wireless policy capabilities. The uplink configuration is built in rather than provided by a removable network card, so the purchased hardware determines the available uplink speed. The discontinued WS-C3650-48PS-S has a lower 390W default PoE budget while retaining the same access-port count and uplink configuration.
WS-C3650-48FS-S price for new stock is $3,230.85. WS-C3650-48FS-S refurb price is $168.05. WS-C3650-48FS-S is in stock and available for free next-day delivery. (terms applied)
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176 Gbps switching capacity defines the switching fabric, while 77.37 Mpps forwarding rate describes packet-processing performance. Static, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub, routed-access OSPF and PBR support local routing; full EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 require IP Services. WS-C3650-48FS-S carries 4 GB DRAM and 2 GB flash, with UADP forwarding silicon. Its 24000-entry IPv4 scale includes ARP and learned routes, and the MAC table accommodates 32000 entries. RSTP, MSTP and LACP support loop prevention and link aggregation. 109.4W consumption at 100% traffic excludes PoE loading, so electrical sizing must account separately for powered endpoints rather than treating that figure as total loaded draw.
WS-C3650-48FS-S is offered new sealed or certified refurbished, with ORM Systems warranties of up to a 3-year extended term for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units; every condition has 30-day returns, terms apply. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, clean boot, every port linking at rated speed, and PoE output under load on every powered port; firmware is verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty covers the original owner, with support ending October 31, 2026. Specify condition, accessories and quantities on volume purchase orders; POs are accepted, government buyers receive Net-30, and RMA includes advance replacement.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1G PoE+, 4 x 1G SFP |
PoE Budget | 775W |
Stacking | StackWise-160, nine members |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale October 31, 2021 |
Replacement PID | C9300L-48PF-4G-A |
In a multinational headquarters environment, IT teams deploy the WS-C3650-48FS-S Cisco Catalyst 3650 to power 48 IP phones, wireless access points and video‐conferencing endpoints over a single Cat6 infrastructure. Four 1 Gbps uplinks carrying QoS‐prioritized voice and data traffic ensure seamless mobility and zero call drops. Benefit: Consolidated cabling reduces deployment time by 30%, delivers consistent voice/data convergence and leverages IP Base routing for simplified multicast and security policy enforcement.
A national retail chain uses WS-C3650-48FS-S switches to power HD security cameras, interactive digital signage and guest Wi-Fi across 48 PoE ports in each store. Four 1 Gbps uplinks aggregate traffic back to the central WAN, while Cisco IP Base dynamic routing optimizes failover to backup links. Benefit: Centralized switch management accelerates new-store rollout by 40%, enhances customer engagement with rich media, and guarantees 24/7 network uptime for critical surveillance.
A large university deploys stacked WS-C3650-48FS-S switches using Cisco StackWise-Plus to form a resilient campus edge fabric supporting dormitories, lecture halls and labs. The 48 full PoE ports power wireless APs for up to 300 concurrent users per switch, and the IP Base license provides advanced Layer 3 routing for inter-VLAN traffic. Benefit: Single-pane management and non-stop forwarding deliver 99.99% availability, while linear scale-out lets IT add capacity without service disruption.
When a site standard depends on fabric segmentation, IP Base with Cisco DNA Advantage allows three virtual networks on the Catalyst 3650. That limit is separate from physical endpoint density. Review the required segmentation count and existing subscription entitlement, then specify both requirements before issuing the purchase order.
When replacement hardware is staged in a rack before installation, review the RACK-KIT-T1= mounting kit alongside the chassis order. Separate chassis acceptance from accessory completeness during staging, especially when purchasing a spare rather than a complete rack position. Specify whether RACK-KIT-T1= is required before the purchase order.
When a spare purchase must serve more than one operating region, ORM Systems provides regional stock and RMA coverage across the UK, EU, US and MEA. Map each unit to its receiving site and return region, then specify destination details and spare quantities on the purchase order.
10G uplinks to distribution
WS-C3650-48FS-S has four fixed 1G SFP uplinks. C9300L-48PF-4X-A provides four 10G uplinks while retaining 48 powered access ports for a higher-speed uplink requirement.
Full BGP or EIGRP routing
IP Base provides EIGRP Stub and routed-access OSPF, not BGPv4 or full EIGRP. Those routing requirements need an IP Services entitlement rather than the included tier.
Cisco support beyond October 2026
Cisco support for WS-C3650-48FS-S ends October 31, 2026. C9300L-48PF-4G-A is the current replacement for purchases requiring a successor rather than continued operation of discontinued hardware.
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| WS-C3650-48FS-S |  WS-C3650-24PDM-E |  WS-C3650-48TD-E |  WS-C3650-48PQ-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 486 mm | 296 mm | 448 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-C3650-48FS-S | WS-C3650-24PDM-E | WS-C3650-48TD-E | WS-C3650-48PQ-S |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 109.4W at 100% traffic, excluding PoE load | 76.2W excluding PoE load at 100% traffic | 93.9W | 107.4W at 100% test traffic / no PoE loading |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 92 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Weight | 7.8 kg | 5.56 kg | 7.21 kg | 7.6 kg |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 12 September 2018
Full PoE model powered access points without issues.
Reviewed on the 6 August 2020
Consistent performance under load.
Reviewed on the 14 October 2025
Easy to configure.
Reviewed on the 9 September 2022
Solid enterprise switch.
Reviewed on the 19 January 2020
Good PoE budgeting.
WS-C3650-48FS-S identifies a Catalyst 3650 with 48 Gigabit PoE+ access ports, four 1G uplinks and IP Base. WS-C3650 names the series; 48 is the access-port count; F denotes full PoE; the following S identifies four 1G uplinks; the final S selects IP Base.
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series switches support a web UI, console CLI, remote CLI over SSH or Telnet, SNMP and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. SSH and cryptographic SNMPv3 require the cryptographic software image. Specify the management method and confirm the image needed for encrypted administration before ordering.
WS-C3650-48FS-S provides a shared 775W PoE budget with its standard PWR-C2-1025WAC, and each powered port supports 30W PoE+. Full 30W output across all 48 ports requires two PWR-C2-1025WAC supplies. Size endpoint allocations against the installed power configuration rather than treating full PoE as full PoE+.
Yes, WS-C3650-48FS-S supports optional StackWise-160 stacking with nine members and 160 Gbps stacking bandwidth. Specify C3650-STACK-KIT= and the required STACK-T2-50CM=, STACK-T2-1M= or STACK-T2-3M= cable. Stack members must use matching feature sets, so verify IP Base licensing before adding another unit to an existing stack.
WS-C3650-48FS-S includes perpetual IP Base; optional Cisco DNA Essentials and Cisco DNA Advantage add-ons use three-year minimum terms, and Cisco DNA Premier is a separate term bundle with the same minimum. Subscription entitlement expires independently of the base license. Specify existing entitlements and Smart Account assignment rather than assuming software follows refurbished hardware.
WS-C3650-48FS-S reached end of sale on October 31, 2021; Cisco's last date of support is October 31, 2026. Software maintenance ended October 31, 2022. The replacement is C9300L-48PF-4G-A. Continued-use orders should distinguish reseller hardware availability from the remaining Cisco service window and separate reseller warranty.
WS-C3650-48FS-S provides 775W of default PoE power, versus 390W on WS-C3650-48PS-S; both carry 48 Gigabit PoE+ ports and four 1G SFP uplinks. Both models are discontinued. The higher-budget model serves buyers with larger combined endpoint allocations; the lower-budget variant fits orders with smaller aggregate power requirements.
WS-C3650-48FS-S ships with IP Base, while WS-C3650-48FS-E ships with IP Services. Both models are discontinued. IP Base supports EIGRP Stub and OSPF for routed access; IP Services adds full EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4. The IP Base variant addresses basic routed-access requirements; the IP Services variant addresses advanced-routing requirements.
C9300L-48PF-4G-A is the current replacement for WS-C3650-48FS-S; the Catalyst 3650 model stopped Cisco sales on October 31, 2021, and reaches last support on October 31, 2026. The discontinued switch addresses exact-model replacement requirements; the successor addresses refresh purchases requiring current hardware rather than continued reliance on the retiring model.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3650-48FS-S new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for refurbished units. Both conditions have 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty covers the original owner, with Cisco support ending October 31, 2026.
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