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WS-C3850-12X48U-E
Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port (12 mGig+36 Gig) UPoE IPServices
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WS-C3850-12X48U-E Overview
WS-C3850-12X48U-E delivers a robust, stackable network architecture optimized for enterprise campus and branch deployments. Designed with a fixed, rack-mount chassis, this switch features 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet downlink ports paired with 12 built-in 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports, and it operates on an advanced data plane architecture with an integrated AC power supply. Its design supports fixed stacking capabilities, ensuring tighter integration and enhanced network resiliency.
Engineered for high scalability and consistent performance, the WS-C3850-12X48U-E is ideal for mission-critical applications and seamless integration into existing networks. With comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 support, this switch meets demanding network requirements while offering reliable connectivity and low latency across diverse use cases.
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WS-C3850-12X48U-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- POE Support
- Non POE
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- IOS
- IP Services
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Memory
- 4 GB
- SFP Ports
- 12 SFP Ports
- Weight
- 35 lbs
- Power Consumption
- 250 W
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Depth
- 12.2 inches
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-12X48U-E
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 12 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-12X48U-E
WS-C3850-12X48U-E Use Case
High-Density Wireless Campus Deployment with Multigigabit Access
In a large university campus supporting 802.11ax APs, IT teams deploy the WS-C3850-12X48U-E to deliver 12 mGig ports and 36 Gig ports with UPoE, aggregating high-throughput wireless traffic. The integrated IP Services feature set ensures seamless QoS, Layer 3 routing and advanced security, resulting in 40% faster wireless connections and simplified network management.
Smart Building IoT and Digital Signage Power over Ethernet
A corporate high-rise integrates smart lighting, environmental sensors and 4K digital signage on every floor. The Catalyst 3850 48-port UPoE switch powers all PoE-Class 6 devices from a single chassis while isolating VLANs via advanced IP Services, reducing cabling complexity by 50% and lowering operations costs through centralized PoE budgeting and real-time device monitoring.
Top-of-Rack Aggregation for Virtualized Data Center Edge
In a virtualized data center, the WS-C3850-12X48U-E sits at the rack edge to aggregate server and firewall connections with StackWise-480 redundancy. Leveraging IP Services features like OSPF, BGP and multicast routing, it delivers high availability and deterministic performance, boosting application uptime to 99.99% and simplifying multi-site network orchestration.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3850-12X48U-E |  WS-C3850-24UW-S |  WS-C3850-24XUW-S |  WS-C3850-24XU-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.2 inches | 12 inches | 12.2 inches | 12.2 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Lite |
| Interface Ports | 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 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-12X48U-E | WS-C3850-24UW-S | WS-C3850-24XUW-S | WS-C3850-24XU-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 12 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 Ethernet ports, 4 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports | 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 10G SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 250 W | 370 W | 365 W | 110W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-12X48U-E | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24 Unified Wireless Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XUW-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-L Ethernet Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 27 lbs | 22 lbs | 26 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.3 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Quinn Bradley
5
Smooth activation with reliable daily performance.
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Robert Fields
4
Handled power-hungry devices without issues.
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Stephen Clark
5
Cisco reliability with advanced features.
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Thomas Grant
5
Well-suited for modern enterprise access.