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WS-C3650-48FWS-S
CATALYST 3650 48PORT FPOE 4X1G UPLINK W/5 AP LICS IPB
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WS-C3650-48FWS-S Overview
WS-C3650-48FWS-S is a high-performance, stackable access switch built on a robust architecture that integrates advanced wireless services with comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing capabilities. It features flexible AC power options, 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with built-in POE+ support, and 4 fixed 1G SFP uplink ports, ensuring optimal connectivity and reliability for modern network deployments.
The switch is engineered for enhanced scalability and simplified management through its stacking capability, delivering high switching capacity that caters to enterprise and campus environments. Its efficient power consumption, integrated wireless services, and versatile port configurations make it ideally suited for mission-critical applications that demand both performance and flexibility.
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WS-C3650-48FWS-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Power Consumption
- 370 W
- IOS
- IP Services
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- POE Support
- POE+
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Weight
- 30 lbs
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-48FWS-S
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 fixed 10/100/1000 ports, 4 fixed 1G SFP uplink ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port Full Wireless Services Switch
WS-C3650-48FWS-S Use Case
Enterprise Campus Wireless Edge with Catalyst 3650
In a multinational corporate campus, IT deploys the WS-C3650-48FWS-S (Catalyst 3650 48-port PoE+) as the wireless edge switch with five AP licenses to power and manage up to 48 access points. With four 1 Gb uplinks in an EtherChannel configuration, this setup delivers seamless roaming, centralized QoS and security policies, and redundant paths for zero-downtime connectivity. Benefit: drives high-density Wi-Fi performance, simplifies network operations through Cisco DNA integration, and ensures predictable SLAs.
IP Surveillance & IoT Convergence in Manufacturing
A smart factory integrates video-analytics cameras, environmental sensors, and access-control readers on a unified network using the WS-C3650-48FWS-S. All 48 PoE+ ports deliver reliable power to devices; five AP licenses enable future wireless sensor expansion. Four 1 Gb uplinks aggregate traffic into the core with QoS prioritization for real-time video streams. Benefit: consolidates security and automation traffic on a single fabric, reduces cabling costs, and enforces end-to-end policy with Cisco TrustSec.
Scalable Branch Stack with High-Availability Uplinks
A global retail chain standardizes on the Catalyst 3650 48FWS-S in each store for network consolidation. By stacking up to nine switches, stores gain a single-point management and non-stop forwarding. The four 1 Gb uplinks connect to regional distribution hubs with LACP for bandwidth aggregation and link-failover. Five AP licenses support in-store Wi-Fi for POS terminals and guest access. Benefit: delivers seamless scalability, cost-effective PoE for POS and digital signage, and enterprise-grade resiliency with hitless upgrades.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3650-48FWS-S |  WS-C3650-48PD-E |  WS-C3650-48TS-E |  WS-C3650-48PD-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 11.8 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1 RU |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| 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-C3650-48FWS-S | WS-C3650-48PD-E | WS-C3650-48TS-E | WS-C3650-48PD-S |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 ports, 4 fixed 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports and 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink ports | 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ and 4 fixed 1G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | 370W | 370W | 370W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port Full Wireless Services Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650-48PD-E Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48TS-E Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 30 lbs | 35 lbs | 26 lbs | 32 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 19 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Aqsa Rahman
5
Solid access layer performance with predictable Cisco stability.
L
Louis Harding
4
Easy deployment and consistent throughput across all ports.
N
Naveed Ilyas
5
PoE budget was more than sufficient for our environment.
R
Rachel Donnelly
5
Reliable switch for enterprise networks.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48FWS-S?
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48FWS-S is a fixed, 1RU enterprise access switch featuring 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplinks and five built-in access-point licenses with the IP Base feature set.
How many Ethernet ports does the Catalyst WS-C3650-48FWS-S provide?
This model provides 48 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports, each supporting PoE+ at up to 30W per port for IP phones, wireless access points and video endpoints.
What is the total PoE budget on the WS-C3650-48FWS-S?
The switch delivers up to 715W of total PoE+ power across all 48 ports, enabling deployment of high-power devices without the need for external power injectors.
Which uplink modules are supported on the WS-C3650-48FWS-S?
It includes four fixed 1-Gigabit SFP uplink ports for fiber connectivity, allowing integration into existing fiber backbones or aggregation rings.
What wireless licensing is included with this switch?
The WS-C3650-48FWS-S ships with five Cisco Unified Access Point (AP) licenses, enabling controller-based WLAN management without additional license purchases.
What capabilities are provided by the IP Base feature set?
The IP Base license delivers essential Layer 2 switching, static and RIP routing, advanced security features, VLANs, ACLs and Cisco TrustSec integration for secure wired access.
What is the switching capacity of the Catalyst 3650 48-port model?
It offers a forwarding capacity of 176 Gbps and a maximum forwarding rate of 95.2 million packets per second for high-throughput network environments.
Can multiple Catalyst 3650 switches be stacked?
Yes, the switch supports Cisco StackWise-160 technology, allowing up to nine units to be stacked with a combined backplane bandwidth of 160 Gbps.
Which security features are integrated into the WS-C3650-48FWS-S?
Built-in security includes 802.1X port-based access control, dynamic ARP inspection, IP Source Guard, DHCP snooping and CPU protection against DoS attacks.
How does the Catalyst 3650 handle Quality of Service (QoS)?
It supports eight hardware queues per port, shaping and policing, hierarchical QoS policies and differentiated services code point (DSCP) remarking for end-to-end traffic prioritization.
What software platform runs on the WS-C3650-48FWS-S?
The switch runs Cisco IOS XE, offering modularity, in-service software upgrades, model-driven programmability via RESTCONF/NETCONF and full CLI compatibility.
What are the ideal deployment scenarios for this switch?
Ideal use cases include enterprise campus access, branch office core, PoE-powered device aggregation and converged wired-wireless deployments.
What are the power and energy-efficiency features?
It supports Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az), per-port PoE scheduling and low-power modes to minimize energy consumption during off-peak hours.
How is the WS-C3650-48FWS-S physically mounted?
The switch is a 1RU rack-mountable chassis with reversible front rack-ear mounting brackets and optional side-panel cable management accessories.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty, and customers can purchase optional SMARTnet or Software Support Services for 24x7 technical assistance and updates.
How do I manage and configure the Catalyst WS-C3650-48FWS-S?
Management methods include Cisco IOS CLI, web GUI (Cisco Configuration Professional Express), SNMP, NetFlow, RESTCONF, and integration with Cisco DNA Center for automated provisioning.