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WS-C3650-48TQ-E
Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Data 4x10G Uplink IP Services
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WS-C3650-48TQ-E Overview
WS-C3650-48TQ-E is a high-performance, fixed-configuration switch designed for enterprise campus and branch networks, offering robust Layer 3 routing and switching functionalities. Featuring 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and four dedicated 10G SFP+ uplink ports, it delivers rapid data throughput and low latency while supporting advanced QoS and security measures crucial for mission-critical deployments.
WS-C3650-48TQ-E provides flexible power options with support for redundant AC power supplies, ensuring continuous operation in demanding environments. Its integrated Cisco StackWise-160 stacking technology allows for seamless scalability and simplified management, making it an ideal solution for high-density access, wireless network aggregation, and campus connectivity while maintaining unparalleled performance and reliability.
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WS-C3650-48TQ-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- 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 / Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3650-48TQ-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- Supports stacking via Cisco StackWise-160; fixed port configuration with dedicated uplink slots
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TQ-E
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Depth
- 17.0 inches
- Weight
- 31 lbs
WS-C3650-48TQ-E Use Case
High-Density Campus Access with Seamless PoE and 4×10G Uplinks
In a large enterprise campus deploying Wi-Fi 6 access points, IP telephony and surveillance cameras, the Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Data 4×10G Uplink IP Services (WS-C3650-48TQ-E) provides 48 Gigabit PoE+ ports and four 10 Gbps uplinks. Benefit: Consolidates access and aggregation layers, enforces end-to-end QoS for voice and video, and leverages Cisco IOS XE automation to reduce deployment time and operational costs while ensuring low latency and high availability.
Data Center Top-of-Rack Aggregation for Virtualized Workloads
In a virtualized data center requiring high-throughput Top-of-Rack switching, the WS-C3650-48TQ-E delivers wire-speed performance across 48 1 Gbps server links and 4×10 Gbps uplinks to core aggregation. Benefit: Enables seamless east-west traffic with Cisco IP Services features such as OSPF/BGP, VXLAN routing and advanced multicast, optimizing VM migration and east-west load balancing while simplifying network segmentation and troubleshooting.
Secure, Scalable Branch Office Connectivity with Advanced QoS
For multi-site enterprises expanding branch networks, the Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Data 4×10G Uplink IP Services switch provides 48 Gigabit access ports with PoE+ support and high-speed 10 Gbps uplinks to the WAN edge. Benefit: Delivers secure segmentation via Cisco TrustSec, prioritizes critical business applications with hardware-accelerated QoS and performs scalable routing with Cisco IOS XE, reducing branch networking complexity and enhancing user experience across voice, video and cloud services.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3650-48TQ-E |  WS-C3650-48PS-S |  WS-C3650-48TS-S |  WS-C3650-48TD-S |  WS-C3650-12X48FD-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 17.0 inches | 11.8 inches | 12.8 inches | 16.5 inches | 15.1 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services | 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-C3650-48TQ-E | WS-C3650-48PS-S | WS-C3650-48TS-S | WS-C3650-48TD-S | WS-C3650-12X48FD-S |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | Supports stacking via Cisco StackWise-160; fixed port configuration with dedicated uplink slots | N/A | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 ports and 4 fixed SFP uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports | 48 PoE+ ports (10/100/1000), 12 10Gb SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 740W | N/A | N/A | 365 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TQ-E | Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series WS-C3650-48PS-S | Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48TS-S | Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series 48-Port Data Switch (WS-C3650-48TD-S) | Cisco Catalyst 3650-12X48FD-S |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 2 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 10G |
| Weight | 31 lbs | 36 lbs | 25 lbs | 24 lbs | 42 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.3 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Sadia Noor
5
IP Services enabled advanced routing without complexity.
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Andre Dupont
4
Consistent throughput across all ports.
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Bilal Ahmed
5
Works well in enterprise environments.
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Karen Miller
5
Meets expectations.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 3650 48 Port Data 4x10G Uplink IP Services (WS-C3650-48TQ-E)?
The WS-C3650-48TQ-E is a fixed, stackable enterprise switch with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and four 10G SFP+ uplinks, powered by Cisco IOS XE and licensed for IP Services.
What are the key features of the WS-C3650-48TQ-E switch?
Key features include 48 1G RJ-45 ports, four 10G SFP+ uplinks, advanced Layer 2/3 switching, Cisco IOS XE software, StackWise-480 stacking, and an IP Services license for comprehensive routing and security.
How many uplink ports does the Cisco 3650-48TQ-E support and at what speeds?
It supports four 10G SFP+ uplink ports, each capable of 10 Gbps full-duplex, for high-bandwidth aggregation and uplink flexibility.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the WS-C3650-48TQ-E?
The switch delivers up to 176 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps, ensuring line-rate performance at full port density.
Does the Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TQ-E support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No. The WS-C3650-48TQ-E is a data-only model without PoE/PoE+; for PoE support, select the WS-C3650-48P-E variant.
Which software license is included with WS-C3650-48TQ-E?
It ships with the Cisco IOS XE IP Services license, offering advanced L3 routing protocols, MPLS features, and comprehensive security services.
Can the WS-C3650-48TQ-E be stacked? What is the stack bandwidth?
Yes. It supports Cisco StackWise-480, enabling up to nine switches in a single stack with 480 Gbps of bidirectional stacking bandwidth.
What power supply options are available for the Cisco 3650-48TQ-E?
It includes dual redundant, hot-swappable internal AC power supplies (100–240 VAC) and supports optional external RPS units for added resiliency.
What management and monitoring features does the Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TQ-E offer?
Management options include CLI, SNMP, Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, REST APIs, and Smart Call Home for proactive diagnostics.
Which security features are integrated into WS-C3650-48TQ-E?
Built-in security features include 802.1X authentication, ACLs, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, Control Plane Policing, and TrustSec MACsec support.
For which deployment scenarios is the Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TQ-E best suited?
It is ideal for enterprise access and aggregation layers in medium to large campus networks, data center top-of-rack usage, and branch connectivity with advanced routing.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the WS-C3650-48TQ-E switch?
The unit measures 1.75 × 17.5 × 17.7 inches (1 RU) and weighs approximately 10.8 lbs (4.9 kg), fitting standard 19-inch racks.
What environmental and energy efficiency specifications does WS-C3650-48TQ-E meet?
It operates from 32°F to 113°F, meets RoHS and ENERGY STAR standards, and features Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) for reduced power consumption.
Which transceiver modules are compatible with the 4×10G SFP+ uplinks?
Compatibility includes Cisco SFP-10G-SR, SFP-10G-LR, SFP-10G-ER, SFP-10G-ZR, and third-party MSA-compliant 10G SFP+ optics.
What warranty and support options are available for the Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TQ-E?
It includes a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90-day software updates; optional Cisco SMARTnet contracts provide 24/7 support, advanced replacements, and software upgrades.