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WS-C3650-48FWQ-S
CATALYST 3650 48PORT FPOE 4X10G UPLINK W/5 AP LICS IPB
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WS-C3650-48FWQ-S is a high-performance stackable switch engineered with a robust architecture optimized for advanced routed access and converged network environments. Designed for scalability and seamless stacking, this Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series model features a balanced mix of power options, port configurations, and integrated management tools that ensure dependable connectivity and rapid deployment in enterprise and campus networks.
WS-C3650-48FWQ-S offers 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports along with dedicated SFP uplink ports to support high-speed data transfer and voice/video applications. Its integrated FlexStack Plus stacking technology provides enhanced scalability and performance, making it an ideal solution for digital campuses, branch offices, and medium to large-scale enterprise networks where agile routing and robust network management are crucial.
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In a corporate headquarters environment supporting 500+ employees and high-density Wi-Fi usage, the WS-C3650-48FWQ-S Catalyst 3650 48-Port FPoE 4×10G Uplink w/5 AP Licenses IP Base unifies wired and wireless access using 48 FPoE ports to power IP phones and cameras, 4×10G uplinks for aggregation, and 5 AP licenses for unified wireless management. The IP Base software delivers advanced Layer 3 routing, QoS and security policies across all endpoints. Outcome: streamlined network management, 30% reduction in infrastructure complexity, and seamless roaming for mobile workforces.
In a multi-building university campus deploying smart classrooms, IP surveillance and outdoor Wi-Fi coverage, the WS-C3650-48FWQ-S Catalyst 3650 48-Port FPoE 4×10G Uplink w/5 AP Licenses IP Base delivers 48 FPoE ports for access points and cameras, 4×10G uplinks for high-speed backbone connectivity, and 5 AP licenses for centralized wireless management. IP Base features such as inter-VLAN routing, multicast optimization and dynamic PoE allocation simplify deployment and scale for future growth. Outcome: 40% faster network provisioning, enhanced student mobility and 99.99% uptime for mission-critical academic services.
In a retail branch environment requiring digital signage, POS terminals and guest Wi-Fi, the WS-C3650-48FWQ-S Catalyst 3650 48-Port FPoE 4×10G Uplink w/5 AP Licenses IP Base provides 48 FPoE ports to power signage, cameras and access points, 4×10G uplinks for data backhauling, and 5 AP licenses for in-store wireless access. The IP Base image enforces secure network segmentation, advanced QoS for voice/video and real-time PoE monitoring. Outcome: improved transaction speeds, centralized monitoring, and 25% energy cost savings by eliminating separate PoE injectors.
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| WS-C3650-48FWQ-S |  WS-C3650-24PS-L |  WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L |  WS-C3650-48PD-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 17 inches | 12.75 inches | 11.8 inches | 16.5 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Lite | LAN Base | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 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 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-48FWQ-S | WS-C3650-24PS-L | WS-C3650-12X48UZ-L | WS-C3650-48PD-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | Integrated FlexStack Plus stacking in dedicated ports | 24 PoE-enabled 10/100/1000 ports and 4 integrated 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 RJ45 ports, 12 SFP+ uplink ports | 48 PoE+ ports and 4 SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 435W | 435 W | 370 W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650-48FWQ-S | Cisco Catalyst 3650-24PS-L Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48UZ-L Stackable Access Switch | Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48PD-L |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 25 lbs | 28 lbs | 23 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.2 inches |
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The WS-C3650-48FWQ-S is a stackable enterprise access switch with 48 full PoE+ ports, four fixed 10 Gb SFP+ uplinks, an integrated 740 W PoE budget, five access-point licenses, and an IP Base feature set.
It provides 48 IEEE 802.3at PoE+ ports delivering up to 30 W per port and a shared maximum power budget of 740 W for high-density deployments.
This model includes four fixed 10 Gb SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed aggregation or data-center connectivity.
It ships with the Cisco IP Base software license, offering advanced Layer 3 routing, QoS, security, and multicast features.
Yes. You can purchase and install a Cisco IP Services license upgrade to enable advanced MPLS, VPN, and higher-end routing protocols via software activation.
The WS-C3650-48FWQ-S includes five Cisco Unified Access AP licenses to manage up to five lightweight access points without additional cost.
Yes. It uses Cisco StackWise-160 technology to interconnect up to nine switches in a single logical stack with 160 Gbps per-switch stacking bandwidth.
Each stack interconnects at 160 Gbps full duplex, supporting up to nine switches in a single, unified management domain.
The switch delivers 176 Gbps of switching capacity and up to 130 Mpps packet forwarding performance to handle large access workloads.
It supports dual hot-swappable power supplies and fans for high availability, plus Stateful Switchover (SSO) in a stack for nonstop operation.
Ideal for enterprise campus and branch access layers requiring high-density PoE, wireless aggregation, advanced Layer 3, and unified management.
Use the CLI 'interface range gigabitEthernet 1/0/1–48' followed by 'power inline static max 30' to set PoE priority and maximum wattage per port.
Yes. It supports Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation, assurance, and centralized management across wired and wireless networks.
It is a 1-RU chassis measuring 44.5 cm (W) × 40.6 cm (D) × 4.4 cm (H) and weighs approximately 8.5 kg (without power supply).
It comes with a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90-day software support; optional Cisco SMARTnet contracts provide 24×7 access, next-business-day hardware replacement, and software updates.
While optimized for campus and branch access, its 10 Gb uplinks and stacking can serve small leaf roles, but it is not a full-featured data-center leaf switch.
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