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WS-C3650-48PQ-L
Cisco WS-C3650-48PQ-L Catalyst 3650 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Swi...
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WS-C3650-48PQ-L is a 48-port Gigabit PoE+ access switch with four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks and the LAN Base feature set. Its Layer 2+ configuration serves enterprise access rather than advanced routed aggregation. Copper downlinks connect workstations, IP phones and access points, while the fiber-facing interfaces connect distribution switches. The Catalyst 3650 family uses a rack-mount 1U chassis, with an internal bay for an optional second PWR-C2-640WAC= supply. Discontinued WS-C3650-48FQ-L differs by providing a 775W default PoE budget for greater aggregate endpoint demand. Active cooling uses three FAN-T1 fans, so rack planning must account for ventilated operation rather than a fanless enclosure.
WS-C3650-48PQ-L price for new stock is $2,971.50. WS-C3650-48PQ-L refurb price is $279.30. WS-C3650-48PQ-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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176 Gbps switching capacity handles traffic across the access and uplink interfaces, while 130.95 Mpps forwarding rate defines the packet-processing ceiling. 390W of shared PoE allocation requires endpoint loads to remain within the available power envelope. WS-C3650-48PQ-L uses 4 GB DRAM and 2 GB flash for running software and local image storage. The UADP ASIC supplies hardware forwarding and QoS processing. A 32000-entry MAC table supports address learning; the 24000-entry IPv4 hardware total includes ARP and learned routes, not an entitlement to advanced routing. RSTP and MSTP control Layer 2 topology, and LACP supports Ethernet channeling between compatible devices. Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series administration uses the CLI and Cisco Prime Infrastructure, with SSH requiring a cryptographic software image. Static routing is limited under LAN Base; OSPF is not included. 107.4W at full traffic without PoE load is a chassis-only measurement, so electrical planning must account separately for powered endpoints rather than treating that figure as maximum total draw.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3650-48PQ-L new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to 1 year; every condition includes 30-day returns, terms apply. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with PoE output verified under load on every powered port, firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Specify condition, quantities and accessories on the PO; Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime warranty applies to the original owner, and Cisco service ends October 31, 2026. POs are accepted for enterprise and volume orders, with Net-30 for government and RMA with advance replacement serving 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 | 390W |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale October 31, 2021; support ends October 31, 2026 |
Replacement PID | C9300L-48P-4X-E |
In a university smart campus deployment, network engineers install the WS-C3650-48PQ-L Catalyst 3650 48-port PoE switch at each building edge to power 40+ access points, IP cameras and digital signage. Leveraging 740W PoE budget and 4×10G uplinks, the switch aggregates traffic into the core network with wire-rate performance. Outcome: streamlined network operations, consistent wireless coverage and simplified PoE management—delivering up to 60% faster rollout of smart-building services.
A mid-size financial firm deploys the Catalyst 3650 48-port PoE (WS-C3650-48PQ-L) in its headquarters to power 200 IP phones, video conferencing endpoints and security sensors. Advanced QoS and Cisco TrustSec segmentation ensure voice, video and data traffic maintain priority across 4×10G uplinks to the data center. Outcome: crystal-clear voice quality, sub-50ms jitter and a 30% reduction in cabling complexity with centralized PoE control.
In a manufacturing plant, IT teams use the Catalyst 3650 48-port PoE LAN Base switch to aggregate industrial IoT sensors, barcode scanners and edge compute nodes across a production floor. The switch’s redundant power supplies and 4×10G uplinks provide high availability and low-latency connectivity to the factory’s SCADA system. Outcome: 99.99% network uptime, real-time device telemetry and 40% faster provisioning of new IoT endpoints.
When replacing an access switch while preserving an existing segmentation plan, the LAN Base limit of 255 VLANs becomes an ordering check rather than a routing upgrade. Inventory active VLANs and confirm the required feature set before specifying the replacement unit on the purchase order.
When adding a rack position at a branch, the 13A cord requirement and IEC 320-C16 inlet make the power connection part of the hardware order. Match the site receptacle and specify CAB-TA-NA= for a North American AC connection before releasing the purchase order.
When staging a configuration before assigning hardware to production, the 9198-byte jumbo-frame ceiling provides a specific check for test traffic and interface settings. Record required frame sizes alongside the intended configuration, then include acceptance testing and the selected condition on the purchase order before deployment.
Dynamic routing with included license
LAN Base supports limited static routing, not OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 or IS-ISv4. The included license cannot deliver a dynamic-routing deployment without a software-tier change.
Cisco support beyond October 2026
WS-C3650-48PQ-L loses Cisco support after October 31, 2026. C9300L-48P-4X-E is its current replacement, retaining 48 powered access ports and four 10G uplinks.
Multigigabit copper endpoint connections
WS-C3650-48PQ-L has Gigabit copper access ports rather than 2.5G or 5G ports. Its fixed 10G SFP+ interfaces are uplinks, not multigigabit RJ-45 downlinks.
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| WS-C3650-48PQ-L |  WS-C3650-8X24PD-S |  WS-C3650-24PS-E |  WS-C3650-24PWS-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 2 GB | 4 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-C3650-48PQ-L | WS-C3650-8X24PD-S | WS-C3650-24PS-E | WS-C3650-24PWS-S |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 107.4W excluding PoE at 100% traffic | 111.5W at 100% traffic | 65.9W without PoE load | 65.9W (100% traffic / no PoE loading) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 254 Gbps | 92 Gbps | 92 Gbps |
| Weight | 7.6 kg | 7.53 kg. | 7.26 kg | 7.26 kg |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 12 June 2021
PoE LAN Base switch powered entire floor reliably.
Reviewed on the 27 June 2023
Consistent performance under load.
Reviewed on the 26 January 2020
Good access layer switch.
Reviewed on the 2 April 2020
No issues so far.
Reviewed on the 10 May 2017
Meets requirements.
WS-C3650-48PQ-L identifies a Catalyst 3650 with 48 Gigabit PoE+ ports, four 10G uplinks and LAN Base. WS-C3650 identifies the series, 48 is the access-port count, P indicates PoE+, Q identifies the four-10G-uplink configuration, and L denotes the LAN Base feature set included with this configuration.
The Catalyst 3650 is managed through the console CLI, remote CLI over SSH or Telnet, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure, with SNMP available for monitoring. SSH requires a cryptographic software image. Establish administrative access through the selected interface before applying the site configuration and completing acceptance checks.
WS-C3650-48PQ-L is discontinued: end of sale was October 31, 2021, and Cisco support ends October 31, 2026. C9300L-48P-4X-E is the current successor. Software maintenance ended October 31, 2022; hardware remaining in reseller inventory does not extend Cisco's service cutoff or restart the software-maintenance period.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3650-48PQ-L new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to 1 year, plus 30-day returns on every condition; terms apply. Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime warranty applies to the original owner, and Cisco service ends October 31, 2026.
WS-C3650-48PQ-L includes perpetual LAN Base; historical optional Cisco DNA Advantage or Cisco DNA Premier subscriptions required IP Base or IP Services and a three-year minimum term. LAN Base operation does not need a subscription. RTU activation provides feature-set upgrades, while subscription terms remain separate from the perpetual base license.
WS-C3650-48PQ-L provides a shared 390W PoE budget with its included PWR-C2-640WAC, and individual PoE+ ports support 30W subject to total allocation. Powering all 48 ports at 30W each requires two PWR-C2-1025WAC supplies. Specify endpoint loads and the supply configuration separately rather than assuming the default budget covers maximum-per-port operation.
WS-C3650-48PQ-L has four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks, which also support 1G SFP operation. The four cages can mix 1G and 10G connections, but they are not eight separate ports. Select optics for the link distance and remote interface, and confirm their inclusion on the PO; removable uplink cards are unsupported.
Yes, Catalyst 3650 switches use optional StackWise-160 for nine-member stacks with 160 Gbps stack bandwidth. Specify C3650-STACK-KIT= and STACK-T2-50CM=, STACK-T2-1M= or STACK-T2-3M= for stack connections. LAN Base members cannot mix with IP Base or IP Services members, so verify feature-set matching alongside adapter and cable requirements before ordering.
No, WS-C3650-48PQ-L provides limited static routing under LAN Base rather than OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 or IS-ISv4. The 24000-entry IPv4 hardware total covers ARP plus learned routes and does not enable advanced routing features. Keep required routing functions separate from hardware scale when specifying the included software feature set.
No, WS-C3650-48PQ-L ships with one PWR-C2-640WAC; a second internal power-supply bay accepts an optional supply. An empty bay does not provide redundancy. Specify PWR-C2-640WAC= when the required configuration calls for a second matching supply, and confirm the installed power arrangement and endpoint load before issuing the PO.
WS-C3650-48FQ-L provides 775W of default PoE power, whereas WS-C3650-48PQ-L provides 390W. The difference is shared endpoint power, not a higher per-port PoE class. Both models are discontinued. The 390W configuration suits lower aggregate endpoint loads; the 775W configuration addresses greater powered-device demand within existing Catalyst 3650 installations.
WS-C3650-48PQ-S ships with IP Base, while WS-C3650-48PQ-L ships with LAN Base. IP Base adds entry-level enterprise Layer 3 features, including OSPF for routed access; LAN Base provides limited static routing. Both are discontinued. LAN Base suits basic access requirements, whereas IP Base suits an existing deployment requiring routed-access features.
C9300L-48P-4X-E is the current successor, whereas WS-C3650-48PQ-L is discontinued with Cisco support ending October 31, 2026. Both carry 48 powered access ports and four 10G uplinks; the replacement changes lifecycle position rather than port density or uplink count. WS-C3650-48PQ-L suits existing-hardware matching; C9300L-48P-4X-E suits purchases requiring a current migration target.
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