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WS-C3750X-48PF-E
CATALYST 3750X 48PORT GBE FULL POE IP SVCS
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WS-C3750X-48PF-E Overview
WS-C3750X-48PF-E is built on a high-performance stackable architecture that integrates 48 PoE+ Ethernet ports with advanced modular power options, including support for redundant power supplies. It is designed for optimized scalability and reliability, offering robust stacking capabilities that simplify network management in demanding enterprise environments.
The switch delivers superior performance with high switching capacity and flexible uplink configurations, making it an ideal solution for enterprise campuses, branch offices, and other mission-critical deployments. Its architecture and integrated security features ensure efficient data handling and seamless expansion as network demands grow.
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WS-C3750X-48PF-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
- 380 W
- 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-C3750X-48PF-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 160 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst WS-C3750X-48PF-E
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 15 inches
- Weight
- 33 lbs
WS-C3750X-48PF-E Use Case
Enterprise Campus Convergence with High-Availability PoE
In a multi-building corporate campus, IT teams deploy the Cisco Catalyst 3750X 48-port GbE Full PoE IP Services switch to power 48 IP phones and wireless access points per closet, leveraging StackWise Plus for sub-second failover and advanced IPv4/IPv6 routing. Benefit: Delivers converged voice, video and data on a single, resilient platform that simplifies management, guarantees consistent QoS for real-time applications and reduces operational overhead.
Retail Chain PoE Infrastructure for POS and Digital Signage
A nationwide retail chain installs the Catalyst 3750X 48-port Full PoE switch in each store backroom to support point-of-sale terminals, digital shelf tags and in-store Wi-Fi APs over a single switch. Integrated IP Services enable traffic segmentation and priority-based QoS, while PoE+ powers devices without separate injectors. Benefit: Ensures secure, always-on transactions and high-impact customer displays with centralized management and reduced cabling complexity.
Smart Building Security and IoT Edge Aggregation
In a smart office tower, facilities deploy the Catalyst 3750X 48-port Full PoE IP Services switch to aggregate IP surveillance cameras, environmental sensors and access-control panels on each floor. Advanced features such as dynamic VLAN assignments, IP SLA and hardware-based encryption enforce security policies and real-time monitoring. Benefit: Provides scalable PoE power delivery, centralized policy enforcement and network visibility for enhanced building security and energy efficiency.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3750X-48PF-E |  WS-C3750X-48PF-S |  WS-C3750X-12S-E |  WS-C3750X-24P-E |  WS-C3750X-24T-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 15 inches | 11.02 inches | 10.31 inches | 12.1 inches | 12.9 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 64 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 | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | LAN Base | IP Lite | IP Services | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 |
| 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-C3750X-48PF-E | WS-C3750X-48PF-S | WS-C3750X-12S-E | WS-C3750X-24P-E | WS-C3750X-24T-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 4 Ports | 12 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 12 SFP ports with StackWise-480 stacking capability | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE, 4 x 1G SFP | 24 Ethernet 10/100 ports with 4 fixed 1G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 380 W | N/A | 231 W | 355W | N/A |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply / N/A |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst WS-C3750X-48PF-E | Cisco Catalyst 3750-X 48-Port PoE+ Stackable Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3750-X 12S-E Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3750-X 24 Port PoE Switch - Enhanced (WS-C3750X-24P-E) | Cisco Catalyst 3750X-24T-L |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 33 lbs | 30 lbs | 13.2 lbs | 24.3 lbs | 25.4 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.06 inches | 17.52 inches | 17.32 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Sophie Barrett
5
Handles multiple IP devices without issues.
V
Victor Hayes
4
Predictable operation and minimal downtime.
N
Natalie Flynn
5
Excellent for high-density enterprise networks.
J
Julian Webb
5
Reliable and easy to manage, Cisco quality.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 3750X-48PF-E switch and who should use it?
The Cisco Catalyst 3750X-48PF-E is a 48-port Gigabit Ethernet switch with full PoE and IP Services licensing, ideal for medium-to-large enterprise access layers requiring high performance, advanced security, and flexible stacking.
How many ports does the WS-C3750X-48PF-E provide and what speeds are supported?
It provides 48 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports plus two SFP+ uplink slots, supporting line-rate Gigabit connectivity and up to 10 Gbps fiber links for aggregation.
What is the total PoE power budget and per-port output?
The switch delivers a total PoE power budget of 740 W, supplying up to 30 W per port (802.3at) or 15.4 W per port (802.3af), dynamically allocating power based on device needs.
Which PoE standards are supported on the 3750X-48PF-E?
The Catalyst 3750X-48PF-E supports both IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) standards, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
What stacking technology does the Catalyst 3750X-48PF-E use?
It uses Cisco StackWise Plus technology, enabling up to nine switches to be stacked with a unified management plane, 64-Gbps stacking bandwidth, and sub-50ms failover.
What licensing is included with the WS-C3750X-48PF-E?
This model ships with the IP Services license, which unlocks advanced Layer 3 routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), multicast, and MPLS features for enterprise deployments.
Which Layer 3 features are available on the 3750X-48PF-E?
With IP Services licensing, it supports full Layer 3 routing including static routes, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, PIM multicast, VRF, and IPv6 routing.
How does the Catalyst 3750X-48PF-E enhance network security?
It offers Cisco TrustSec for identity-based access control, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, port security, and integrated ACLs to protect against threats and unauthorized access.
What management interfaces are available on this switch?
Management options include a web-based GUI, Cisco IOS CLI over console or SSH, SNMPv3, NETCONF/YANG, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure integration for centralized control.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the WS-C3750X-48PF-E?
It delivers 176 Gbps switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 130.9 Mpps, ensuring wire-speed performance under full load.
Can the Catalyst 3750X-48PF-E be deployed in IPv6 networks?
Yes, it supports full IPv6 forwarding, addressing, management, ACLs, and routing protocols under the IP Services license, facilitating a smooth transition to IPv6.
What redundancy and high-availability features are supported?
It offers redundant power supplies (optional), StackWise Plus resiliency with sub-50ms convergence, and Cisco NSF/SSO for hitless failover in routed environments.
What are the physical and environmental specifications?
The switch fits a 1U rack, measures 44.5×44.5×4.4 cm, weighs 10.4 kg, operates at 0–45°C, and supports front-to-back or back-to-front airflow.
How do I upgrade the IOS or add features on the 3750X-48PF-E?
Use Cisco’s licensing portal to install feature licenses and upgrade the IOS via TFTP, USB, or Cisco Prime; all feature sets are software-based, requiring no hardware changes.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime warranty covering hardware replacement, with optional SMARTnet services for 24×7 support, software updates, and advance hardware replacement.
Is the WS-C3750X-48PF-E backward-compatible with older Catalyst switches?
Yes, it interoperates with Catalyst 3750 and 2960 series using StackWise Plus, Cisco IOS, and consistent management tools, simplifying integration into existing networks.