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WS-C3650-48FS-S
Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Full PoE 4x1G Uplink IP Base
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WS-C3650-48FS-S Overview
WS-C3650-48FS-S is a high-performance, stackable switch engineered with a robust architecture and optimized for enterprise environments. It delivers reliable connectivity with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports that support PoE+ and 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports, while offering versatile power options including internal redundancy to maintain continuous operation.
WS-C3650-48FS-S supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities, making it ideal for campus networks, branch offices, and data center access layers. Its advanced stacking capabilities enable scalability with up to 160 Gbps of combined throughput, ensuring that network performance and efficiency remain uncompromised even as demands grow.
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WS-C3650-48FS-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Internal Switched Mode Power Supply with Redundancy Option
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount (1 RU)
- 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
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-48FS-S
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Full PoE Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 11.8 inches
- Weight
- 28 lbs
WS-C3650-48FS-S Use Case
Enterprise Unified Communications with WS-C3650-48FS-S Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Full PoE
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.
Retail Branch Digital Signage & Surveillance via WS-C3650-48FS-S Catalyst 3650 48 Port Full PoE
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.
Scalable Campus Edge Networking with WS-C3650-48FS-S Cisco Catalyst 3650 StackWise
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.
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C3650-48FS-S |  WS-C3650-24PDM-E |  WS-C3650-48TD-E |  WS-C3650-48PQ-S |  WS-C3650-48PS-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.8 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 12.1 inches | 16.9 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount (1 RU) | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount / N/A | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | 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 / Unmanaged | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-48FS-S | WS-C3650-24PDM-E | WS-C3650-48TD-E | WS-C3650-48PQ-S | WS-C3650-48PS-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 PoE ports, 4 SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370W | 370W | 245 W | Approx. 370W / N/A | 435 W |
| Power Source | Internal Switched Mode Power Supply with Redundancy Option | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | Redundant Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Full PoE Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650-24PDM-E | Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TD-E | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port PoE+ Switch with Enhanced IP Services |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 28 lbs | 24 lbs | 30 lbs | 24 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Sumbul Haider
5
Consistent performance under load.
D
Diego Morales
4
Good PoE budgeting.
S
Saad Malik
5
Easy to configure.
H
Helen Brooks
5
Solid enterprise switch.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Full PoE 4x1G Uplink IP Base (SKU WS-C3650-48FS-S)?
The WS-C3650-48FS-S is a fixed-configuration Cisco Catalyst 3650 switch with 48 full PoE+ ports, four 1 Gbps SFP uplinks and the IP Base license for foundational Layer 3 routing and Cisco DNA Center integration.
How much PoE power does the WS-C3650-48FS-S deliver?
This switch provides a total PoE budget of 740 W, delivering up to 30 W per port to support high-power devices like access points, cameras and VoIP phones.
What uplink options are available on the Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Full PoE switch?
It features four built-in 1 Gbps SFP uplink ports for fiber connectivity, enabling high-speed aggregation and flexible network designs.
What Layer 3 features are included in the IP Base license?
The IP Base license provides static routing, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP stub, Policy-Based Routing and VLAN routing for scalable campus and branch deployments.