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WS-C3650-48PWS-S
Cisco WS-C3650-48PWS-S Catalyst 3650 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Sw...
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WS-C3650-48PWS-S combines 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ access ports with integrated wireless controller functionality and five AP licenses in a managed Layer 3 access switch. Four fixed 1G SFP uplinks connect the access tier without a removable uplink module, and IP Base supplies the routed-access feature set. The full-width 1U chassis belongs to the Cisco Catalyst 3650 family and connects wired endpoints alongside compatible wireless access points. The discontinued WS-C3650-48FWS-S bundle increases standard PoE allocation to 775W for installations with greater aggregate endpoint demand. This 48-port Gigabit PoE+ access switch distinguishes a wireless entitlement bundle from a hardware-only configuration: the AP licenses are software entitlements, not physical access points, and controller operation depends on the selected wireless role.
WS-C3650-48PWS-S price for new stock is $6,447.00, a 44.5% saving from the Cisco list price of $11,620.00. WS-C3650-48PWS-S refurb price is $1,720.95. WS-C3650-48PWS-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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176 Gbps switching capacity provides the fabric sizing figure for this non-multigigabit model. 77.37 Mpps forwarding rate gives a separate packet-rate reference for traffic-profile planning. 390W of shared PoE power must be allocated against aggregate endpoint demand rather than maximum output on every powered port. Static, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub and OSPF for routed access cover the included routing capabilities; full OSPF and BGPv4 require IP Services. WS-C3650-48PWS-S carries 4 GB DRAM and 2 GB flash for control-plane operation and software storage. UADP forwarding supports 32000 MAC entries and a 24000-entry IPv4 total covering ARP plus learned routes. PBR provides traffic steering independently of the routing protocol. RSTP and MSTP handle spanning-tree operation, while the CLI and Cisco Prime Infrastructure provide configuration and monitoring paths. 99.5W under full-traffic testing excludes PoE endpoint load, so electrical planning must include powered-device demand separately from chassis consumption.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3650-48PWS-S new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty, or certified refurbished with up to a 1-year warranty. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with PoE output verified under load on every powered port, firmware verified, and configurations wiped to factory default. Specify the condition, required accessories and quantity on the purchase order; 30-day returns apply to every condition, with terms applying. Enterprise and volume orders support PO acceptance, Net-30 for government and RMA with advance replacement, with regional stock and RMA coverage in the UK, EU, US and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
License Tier | IP Base |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1G PoE+, 4 x 1G SFP |
PoE Budget | 390W with PWR-C2-640WAC |
Stacking | StackWise-160, nine members, 160 Gbps |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale October 31, 2021; support ends October 31, 2026 |
In a multi-floor corporate campus supporting 1,000+ mobile users, the WS-C3650-48PWS-S-Catalyst 3650 48 Port PoE switch with 5 AP licenses and 4×1 Gb uplinks enables high-density access-point aggregation and seamless roaming. Its IP Base feature set delivers advanced QoS, secure segmentation, and 30 W per port PoE for power-hungry APs while switch stacking (up to 9 units) simplifies centralized management. Outcome: elevated network performance, consistent wireless coverage, and reduced operational overhead for enterprise IT teams.
A nationwide retail chain deploying point-of-sale terminals, IP surveillance cameras, digital signage and in-store Wi-Fi leverages the WS-C3650-48PWS-S with 5 AP licenses to power and connect all devices over 48 PoE ports. Its 4×1 Gb uplinks and IP Base security features enable VLAN segmentation, secure guest access and real-time loss-prevention analytics. Outcome: centralized monitoring, accelerated transaction throughput, enhanced store-level security, and consistent customer experience across 200+ locations.
In a large commercial facility rolling out environmental sensors, VoIP phones and digital signage, the WS-C3650-48PWS-S supports converged LAN/WLAN services with 48 PoE ports, integrated 5 AP licenses and high-performance uplinks. QoS policies prioritize voice and sensor telemetry, while switch stacking and IP Base management streamline device provisioning. Outcome: rapid IoT deployment, improved occupant comfort and energy efficiency, plus reduced cabling and maintenance costs.
When a branch retains converged wireless control, mobility-agent mode does not require additional AP licenses, but mobility-controller mode does. AP licenses transfer only between Catalyst 3650 switches or between a Catalyst 3650 and 5760 controller. Confirm the controller role and transferable AP entitlements before the purchase order.
When an existing Catalyst 3650 stack needs another member, software feature sets must match; LAN Base cannot mix with IP Base or IP Services. Stacking hardware is optional, so inventory the installed adapters before allocation. Specify C3650-STACK-KIT= and the required STACK-T2-50CM=, STACK-T2-1M= or STACK-T2-3M= cable length before the PO.
When staging a replacement before installation, use the production frame size and VLAN configuration rather than a default-only test. Jumbo frames reach 9198 bytes, while per-port power sensing exposes endpoint draw during commissioning. Specify the staging configuration and acceptance checks on the PO before releasing hardware for installation.
10G uplinks to distribution
The four built-in SFP uplinks operate at 1G and cannot be replaced by a 10G network module. A 10G distribution requirement exceeds this fixed uplink configuration.
BGP or full OSPF routing
The included IP Base tier does not enable BGPv4 or full OSPF. Those features require IP Services licensing rather than the supplied software tier.
Endpoint power above 30W
PoE+ delivery reaches 30W per powered port, not power above 30W. An endpoint exceeding that per-port limit needs a different power arrangement.
Cisco support beyond October 2026
Cisco hardware service and security vulnerability support end October 31, 2026. A project requiring vendor support beyond that date cannot meet its service requirement with this discontinued bundle.
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| WS-C3650-48PWS-S |  WS-C3650-24PD-E |  WS-C3650-8X24PD-S |  WS-C3650-12X48UQ-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 448 mm | 448 mm | 448 mm | 486 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) |
| Flash Memory | 2 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB | 4 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-C3650-48PWS-S | WS-C3650-24PD-E | WS-C3650-8X24PD-S | WS-C3650-12X48UQ-S |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 99.5W (100% traffic / without PoE load) | 70.1W at 100% traffic excluding PoE load | 111.5W at 100% traffic | 186.6W (100% traffic without PoE load) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 92 Gbps | 254 Gbps | 392 Gbps |
| Weight | 7.6 kg | 7.26 kg | 7.53 kg. | 8.05 kg |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 7 June 2023
Powered multiple APs and phones consistently.
Reviewed on the 12 November 2020
AP licenses included were helpful.
Reviewed on the 27 June 2025
Stable access layer.
Reviewed on the 15 August 2024
Easy setup.
Reviewed on the 15 January 2023
Very dependable.
WS-C3650-48PWS-S identifies a Catalyst 3650 wireless bundle: WS-C3650 names the switch family, 48 means 48 access ports, P indicates PoE, W identifies the five-AP-license bundle, the following S selects four 1G uplinks, and the final -S means IP Base. The five AP licenses are software entitlements, not five physical access points.
The Cisco Catalyst 3650 is managed through its CLI, console connection, Telnet, SSH, SNMP and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. SSH and encrypted SNMPv3 require a cryptographic software image. Prime Infrastructure handles provisioning and monitoring, while the CLI provides detailed local and remote configuration of switching and wireless features.
WS-C3650-48PWS-S is discontinued: end of sale was October 31, 2021, and the last Cisco support date is October 31, 2026. Software maintenance ended October 31, 2022, and service renewals ended January 29, 2026. The wireless bundle has no direct replacement PID; retained hardware availability does not extend Cisco's support milestones.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3650-48PWS-S new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty, or certified refurbished with up to a 1-year warranty. Both conditions have 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty covers the original owner subject to end-of-life limits; Cisco service ends October 31, 2026.
WS-C3650-48PWS-S includes IP Base and five AP licenses, with RTU upgrades for the network feature tier. Historical optional Cisco DNA Advantage and Cisco DNA Premier subscription paths had three-year minimum terms. RTU upgrades separately enable IP Services. Confirm network and AP entitlements on the PO; hardware condition alone does not establish subscription entitlement.
WS-C3650-48PWS-S provides a shared 390W PoE budget and supports 30W per powered port through PoE+. The budget covers aggregate endpoint demand, not automatic maximum allocation to every port. Per-port power limits and power sensing let the configuration reflect planned phones and access points; size their combined demand before the PO.
StackWise-160 joins nine Cisco Catalyst 3650 switches with 160 Gbps stacking bandwidth when the optional C3650-STACK-KIT= is fitted. Cable options are STACK-T2-50CM=, STACK-T2-1M= and STACK-T2-3M=. Members must use matching software feature sets; LAN Base cannot mix with IP Base or IP Services in the same stack.
Static, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub, PBR and OSPF for routed access are available on WS-C3650-48PWS-S with IP Base. Full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 require IP Services. The included license therefore provides routed-access functionality rather than the full routing feature set enabled through a separate RTU upgrade.
No, WS-C3650-48PWS-S ships with one PWR-C2-640WAC and has a second internal power-supply bay for optional redundancy. The second bay does not mean a second supply is included. Simultaneous 30W delivery across all 48 powered ports requires two PWR-C2-1025WAC supplies rather than the standard single-supply arrangement.
WS-C3650-48PWS-S has a 390W standard PoE budget, while WS-C3650-48FWS-S raises that budget to 775W. Both discontinued bundles include five AP licenses. The former fits a legacy replacement with lower aggregate endpoint demand; the latter addresses a higher planned power allocation without changing the uplink class.
WS-C3650-48PWS-S includes IP Base, whereas WS-C3650-48PS-E includes IP Services with full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4. Both models are discontinued. The IP Base bundle addresses retained routed-access configurations; the IP Services variant matches legacy installations requiring the advanced routing feature set rather than the supplied entry-level routing tier.
WS-C3650-48PWS-S provides four 1G SFP uplinks, whereas WS-C3650-48PWD-S provides two 10G uplinks. Both discontinued wireless bundles include five AP licenses. A retained installation with 1G distribution links matches the former; a legacy configuration already requiring 10G distribution connectivity matches the latter's different fixed uplink hardware.
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