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WS-C3850-12X48UW-S
CATALYST 3850 48PORT 12 MGIG UPOE IPB WITH 5 AP LIC
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WS-C3850-12X48UW-S Overview
WS-C3850-12X48UW-S delivers a robust, stackable architecture designed for enterprise access with high performance and scalability. It features a fixed 1 RU chassis housing 48 PoE+ Ethernet ports for wired devices and 12 dedicated 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed connectivity, making it ideal for integrating voice, video, and data services in unified network environments.
WS-C3850-12X48UW-S supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing capabilities with Cisco IOS XE and offers flexible power options with an integrated AC power supply and optional redundant capabilities. Its stacking technology (via Cisco StackWise-480) ensures simplified management and scalability suitable for campus, branch, and high-density enterprise deployments.
WS-C3850-12X48UW-S price is $4,046.00, a 74.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $15,800.00. WS-C3850-12X48UW-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C3850-12X48UW-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 370 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-12X48UW-S
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 12 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-12X48UW-S
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 11.8 inches
- Weight
- 21 lbs
WS-C3850-12X48UW-S Use Case
High-Density Enterprise Campus Wi-Fi 6 Rollout
In a multi-building corporate campus, IT teams deploy the WS-C3850-12X48UW-S to power and aggregate 48 wired endpoints alongside 12 multi-gigabit PoE+ Wi-Fi 6 access points using the included 5 AP licenses. The switch’s 60W UPoE capability eliminates separate power injectors, simplifies rack design, and delivers consistent 2.5 Gbps+ wireless backhaul. Outcome: streamlined infrastructure, 30% higher throughput in peak periods, and centralized Cisco DNA Center management for rapid fault resolution.
Smart Manufacturing IoT and Video Surveillance
A discrete factory integrates automated robotics, environmental sensors, and HD cameras on a single network fabric. The 12 mGig UPoE ports on the Catalyst 3850 supply 60W per port for PTZ cameras and industrial Wi-Fi APs, while 48 Gigabit ports connect PLCs and HMIs. The IP Base license enforces micro-segmentation and QoS to prioritize real-time control traffic. Outcome: 40% reduction in downtime, granular security zones, and sub-5 ms latency for critical control loops.
Unified Branch Office Networking with Embedded AP Licensing
A retail chain standardizes branch deployments using the WS-C3850-12X48UW-S to serve up to 5 Cisco access points directly out of the box. All 48 RJ-45 ports support PoE+ for VoIP phones and digital signage, while 12 multi-gig ports future-proof high-speed printers and local servers. Centralized policy enforcement via Cisco IOS XE ensures PCI-DSS compliance across locations. Outcome: 25% faster branch rollouts, zero onsite PoE conflicts, and consistent security posture under a single pane of glass.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3850-12X48UW-S |  WS-C3850-24XU-E |  WS-C3850-24XU-L |  WS-C3850-24XS-S |  WS-C3850-24UW-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.8 inches | 11.0 inches | 12.2 inches | 11 inches | 12 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 | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 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-C3850-12X48UW-S | WS-C3850-24XU-E | WS-C3850-24XU-L | WS-C3850-24XS-S | WS-C3850-24UW-S |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | N/A | 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 24 fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | 365 W | 110W | 350 W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-12X48UW-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-E Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-L Ethernet Switch | Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-24XS-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24 Unified Wireless Switch |
| 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 | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 21 lbs | 25 lbs | 26 lbs | 26 lbs | 27 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
V
Victor Hammond
4
UPoE powered access points reliably.
W
William Norton
4
Stable LAN Base switching with strong power support.
X
Xavier Lowell
4
Consistent performance for wireless-heavy environments.
Z
Zachary Owens
5
Good investment for scalable access networks.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-12X48UW-S?
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-12X48UW-S is a 1RU enterprise switch with 48 UPOE ports, 12 multigigabit ports, an IP Base license and five built-in AP licenses for converged wired and wireless deployments.
Which power over Ethernet standard does the WS-C3850-12X48UW-S support?
This switch supports Cisco Universal Power Over Ethernet (UPOE), delivering up to 60 W per port to power IP phones, wireless access points and IoT devices.
What is the total PoE power budget of the WS-C3850-12X48UW-S?
The WS-C3850-12X48UW-S provides a total PoE budget of up to 1,100 W across all 48 UPOE ports.
How many access point licenses are included with the switch?
The switch includes five Cisco Unified Access Point (AP) licenses, enabling integrated wireless controller functionality for up to five access points.
Can I expand the number of AP licenses on this switch?
Yes. You can purchase and apply additional Cisco AP licenses through Cisco Smart Licensing for centralized management of more wireless access points.
What stacking capabilities does the Cisco Catalyst 3850 offer?
The Catalyst 3850 series supports Cisco StackWise-480 technology, allowing up to nine switches to operate as a single logical unit with up to 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth.
Which uplink modules can I use with WS-C3850-12X48UW-S?
You can install any compatible 10 Gbps SFP+ or 40 Gbps QSFP+ uplink module, such as the Cisco SFP-10G-SR or QSFP-40G-SR4, to connect to data center or core switches.
What switching capacity and forwarding rate does this model support?
The WS-C3850-12X48UW-S delivers 176 Gbps of switching capacity and up to 130 Mpps forwarding performance per switch.
Which operating system and management tools are available?
It runs Cisco IOS XE for modular programmability and can be managed via CLI, Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Network Assistant or RESTful APIs.
Does the switch support advanced security features?
Yes. It offers IEEE 802.1X authentication, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard and optional MACsec encryption with a software upgrade.
What environments is the WS-C3850-12X48UW-S best suited for?
This switch is ideal for enterprise branch offices, campus access layers and converged wired-wireless deployments requiring high PoE budgets and multigigabit performance.
Is the WS-C3850-12X48UW-S Cisco DNA-ready?
Yes. It supports Cisco DNA Essentials and Advantage subscriptions for automated provisioning, policy enforcement and analytics.
What warranty and support options are available?
It comes with a limited lifetime hardware warranty and access to Cisco’s TAC and software updates with a valid SMARTnet contract.
What are the physical dimensions and operating temperature range?
The switch is 1RU (44 mm) high, 445 mm deep and 17.5 in (444 mm) wide, operating from 0 °C to 40 °C with relative humidity from 5% to 90% non-condensing.
Can the power supplies and fans be serviced without downtime?
Yes. The WS-C3850-12X48UW-S features hot-swappable power supplies and field-replaceable fans for uninterrupted operation.
How do I upgrade the license tier on this switch?
License upgrades are managed via Smart Licensing; you can move from IP Base to IP Services or DNA subscriptions by procuring and activating the desired license on Cisco’s portal.