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WS-C3650-48PWQ-S
CATALYST 3650 48PORT POE 4X10G UPLINK W/5 AP LICS IPB
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WS-C3650-48PWQ-S Overview
WS-C3650-48PWQ-S is a high-performance, stackable access switch built on a robust Cisco Catalyst 3650 architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionalities. Designed for demanding enterprise environments, it offers 48 integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with POE+ capability, four fixed 1G SFP uplink ports, and advanced stacking technology that delivers high throughput and simplified network management.
This model features flexible power options with a built-in AC power supply and a competitive 435W power budget, ensuring reliable power for connected devices. Its scalable design and superior switching capacity make it ideal for campuses, branch offices, and other high-density network use cases where performance, security, and ease of operations are paramount.
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WS-C3650-48PWQ-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 435W
- 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
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-48PWQ-S
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE 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 PoE+ Switch
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.2 inches
- Depth
- 11.1 inches
- Weight
- 29 lbs
WS-C3650-48PWQ-S Use Case
Use Case: Enterprise Campus Wireless Access Deployment
WS-C3650-48PWQ-S-CATALYST 3650 48PORT POE 4X10G UPLINK W/5 AP LICS IPB drives a large corporate campus deployment across five interconnected buildings. With 48 PoE+ ports delivering up to 30W each and four 10 Gbps uplinks, it aggregates five access point licenses to scale to 100+ Wi-Fi APs under Cisco DNA Center. Benefit: centralized policy enforcement, seamless roaming, 50% higher wireless capacity and 30% lower operational overhead.
Use Case: Smart Building IoT Sensor and Digital Signage Integration
WS-C3650-48PWQ-S-CATALYST 3650 48PORT POE 4X10G UPLINK W/5 AP LICS IPB powers up to 48 environmental sensors and digital signage panels while providing wired and wireless connectivity for building automation. Four 10 Gbps uplinks feed real-time data to the management platform, and five AP licenses extend control-plane reach. Outcome: 40% reduction in cabling costs, unified power/data infrastructure, and 25% energy savings through automated analytics.
Use Case: Branch Office Unified Communications and VoIP
WS-C3650-48PWQ-S-CATALYST 3650 48PORT POE 4X10G UPLINK W/5 AP LICS IPB serves a remote branch with 200 users, delivering PoE+ power for 48 IP phones and security cameras plus four 10 Gbps uplinks to HQ. Integrated Cisco IOS XE enables advanced QoS and segmented security policies, while five AP licenses deliver seamless on-premises wireless roaming. Result: sub-50 ms voice latency, deployment in under two hours, and 20% lower total cost of ownership.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3650-48PWQ-S |  WS-C3650-24PDM-E |  WS-C3650-48FD-L |  WS-C3650-12X48UR-L |  WS-C3650-48TS-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.1 inches | 17.5 inches | 11.8 inches | 18.54 inches | 17 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Base | LAN Lite | LAN Base | 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 | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3650-48PWQ-S | WS-C3650-24PDM-E | WS-C3650-48FD-L | WS-C3650-12X48UR-L | WS-C3650-48TS-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB |
| 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+ | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 RJ-45 downlink ports; 12 fixed 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink slots | 48 Ethernet ports with 4 SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 435W | 370W | 435 W | 370 W | 370W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3650-24PDM-E | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch with LAN Lite | Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48UR-L | Cisco Catalyst 3650 48TS-E Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 29 lbs | 24 lbs | 32 lbs | 26 lbs | 26 lbs |
| Width | 17.2 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.32 inches | 19 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
N
Nashwa Rauf
5
Consistent power delivery.
R
Rafael Torres
5
Easy to manage.
F
Fahad Mir
4
Good stability.
J
Joanna Price
4
Very pleased.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE 4x10G Uplink switch (SKU: WS-C3650-48PWQ-S)?
The Cisco Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S is an enterprise-class, stackable access switch featuring 48 PoE+ ports, four 10 Gigabit uplinks, and five built-in access point licenses with the IP Base feature set.
How much Power over Ethernet (PoE) budget does the Catalyst 3650 48PWQ-S provide?
The Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S delivers up to 740 W of total PoE+ budget, supporting Cisco 802.3at/af devices across all 48 downlink ports.
What uplink options are available on the Catalyst 3650 48PWQ-S?
This switch offers four fixed 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks for high-speed aggregation and seamless connectivity to data center or core layers.
How many access point licenses are included with the WS-C3650-48PWQ-S?
It includes five Cisco Unified Wireless Network access point licenses for integrated wireless controller functionality out of the box.
What does the IP Base feature set include on the Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S?
The IP Base license provides advanced Layer 3 routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP stub), static routing, and Layer 2 features like QoS, ACLs, and Private VLANs.
Can multiple Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S switches be stacked?
Yes, up to nine Catalyst 3650 switches can be stacked with Cisco StackWise-160 technology, delivering a single management plane and up to 160 Gbps of stacking bandwidth.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S?
It provides a 176 Gbps switching capacity and a forwarding rate of up to 130.9 Mpps for wire-speed performance.
Which deployment scenarios are ideal for the WS-C3650-48PWQ-S?
Designed for enterprise access layers, branch offices, and mid-sized campuses, it supports high-density PoE for IP phones, wireless APs, and video endpoints.
What are the power supply options for the Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S?
It ships with a fixed internal power supply delivering up to 740 W of PoE+ and supports optional redundant power modules for high availability.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S?
The switch measures 1.72 x 17.5 x 18.3 inches (4.4 x 44.5 x 46.5 cm) and weighs approximately 16.5 lbs (7.5 kg).
How do I configure PoE settings on the Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S?
Use Cisco IOS CLI or Cisco Configuration Professional to assign per-port PoE priorities, budgets, and to enable auto-power allocation based on class.
What warranty and support options are available for the WS-C3650-48PWQ-S?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty and offers Smart Net Total Care contracts for 24x7 support, advance hardware replacement, and software updates.
How can I upgrade the licensing on the Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S?
Use Cisco Software Licensing Manager to apply Smart Licensing tokens and upgrade from IP Base to IP Services for advanced routing features.
What is the difference between IP Base and IP Services on the Catalyst 3650 series?
IP Base includes essential Layer 3 routing, QoS, and security, while IP Services adds full MPLS, BGP, advanced multicast, and additional IPv6 features.
Is the Catalyst 3650-48PWQ-S environmentally compliant?
Yes, it meets RoHS, WEEE, and CE safety standards and operates in temperatures from 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C).
What are the upgrade options for additional uplink capacity on the 3650-48PWQ-S?
You can add Cisco SFP+ transceivers for 10 Gigabit fiber or DAC cable connectivity and upgrade to StackWise-320 with a software license for 320 Gbps stacking bandwidth.