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CATALYST 3850 32PORT 10G FIBER SWITCH IP BASE
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WS-C3850-32XS-S Overview
WS-C3850-32XS-S is a stackable, fixed-form factor switch engineered for enterprise Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations. It features a modular architecture with redundant AC power options, 32 fixed 10G SFP+ ports, and robust internal buffering to achieve high throughput and reliable connectivity.
Designed with StackWise-480 stacking technology, its architecture enables simplified management and scalable deployment for converged networks. Targeted for data centers, campus cores, and aggregation scenarios, this switch delivers optimized performance for bandwidth‐intensive and virtualization-driven applications.
WS-C3850-32XS-S price for new stock is $3,144.75, a 94.1% saving from the Cisco list price of $52,931.00. WS-C3850-32XS-S refurb price is $1,029.11. WS-C3850-32XS-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C3850-32XS-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Brand
- Cisco
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- POE Support
- Non POE
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- IOS
- IP Services
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- Depth
- 11.02 inches
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Switching Capacity
- 1280 Gbps
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 32 Ports
- Width
- 17.72 inches
- SFP Ports
- 32 SFP+ Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10G
- Power Consumption
- 355 W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-32XS-S
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- StackWise-480 stacking; 32 x 10G SFP+ fixed ports
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 1280 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-32XS-S
- Height
- 1.72 inches
- Weight
- 25.3 lbs
WS-C3850-32XS-S Use Case
Spine-Leaf Data Center Core for Virtualized Workloads
Scenario: Enterprise IT deploys WS-C3850-32XS-S as the spine switch in a three-tier leaf-spine topology, interconnecting 40+ 10G leaf switches hosting VMware and Hyper-V clusters. Outcome: Achieves sub-millisecond east-west latency, scales to thousands of virtual machines, and leverages IP Base OSPF/BGP for dynamic routing and simplified network segmentation.
Campus Distribution for Converged Voice, Video & Wi-Fi 6
Scenario: A multinational corporation installs WS-C3850-32XS-S at its campus core to aggregate 10G fiber uplinks from departmental distribution switches supporting VoIP phones, HD videoconferencing and Wi-Fi 6 access points. Outcome: Delivers enterprise-grade QoS with hardware-based classification, ensures jitter-free collaboration, centralizes policy enforcement and maintains 99.99% uptime SLAs.
Branch-Office WAN Edge Aggregation with Advanced IP Routing
Scenario: A regional branch uses WS-C3850-32XS-S as its WAN edge to terminate dual 10G dark-fiber circuits and MPLS, leveraging the IP Base license for EIGRP, OSPF and VRF-Lite segmentation. Outcome: Simplifies multi-site routing, enforces secure traffic separation, accelerates failover with Stateful Switchover, and cuts configuration time by 40%.
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C3850-32XS-S |  WS-C3850-24T-E |  WS-C3850-12X48U-L |  WS-C3850-24S-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.02 inches | 450 mm | 12.0 inches | 450 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 10G | Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000 | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 2 GB | 256 MB | 2 GB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-mount | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 1.72 inches | 44.5 mm | 1.73 inches | 44.5 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-32XS-S | WS-C3850-24T-E | WS-C3850-12X48U-L | WS-C3850-24S-E |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 355 W | 84.97W (with C3850-NM-2-10G at 100% traffic / 115V AC) | 370 W | 109.75W with C3850-NM-2-10G at 100% traffic |
| Switching Capacity | 1280 Gbps | 92 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 92 Gbps |
| Weight | 25.3 lbs | 7.2 kg | 25 lbs | 7.03 kg |
| Width | 17.72 inches | 445 mm | 17.5 inches | 445 mm |
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Reviews & Ratings
G
Grant Holloway
Reviewed on the 11 September 2019
4
32-port 10G fiber switch delivered excellent throughput.
H
Howard Kimble
Reviewed on the 7 December 2024
4
Reliable IP Base features for aggregation roles.
I
Isaac Pendleton
Reviewed on the 18 March 2023
4
Handled heavy fiber traffic without latency issues.
J
Julian Cross
Reviewed on the 11 April 2022
5
Cisco-grade stability for high-speed environments.
K
Kyle Beaumont
Reviewed on the 14 March 2017
4
Strong choice for enterprise fiber access.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 3850 32-Port 10G Fiber Switch IP Base (WS-C3850-32XS-S)?
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 32-Port 10G Fiber Switch IP Base (WS-C3850-32XS-S) is a stackable, Layer 3 enterprise switch offering 32 SFP+ 10 Gigabit fiber ports and the Cisco IP Base feature set for advanced campus and branch networking.
How many and what type of ports does the WS-C3850-32XS-S provide?
The WS-C3850-32XS-S supplies 32 fixed SFP+ ports supporting 10 Gbps fiber connectivity, ideal for high-density uplinks and server aggregation.
What features are included in the Cisco IP Base software license?
The Cisco IP Base license includes essential Layer 2 switching, dynamic routing (RIP, OSPF stub), QoS, security ACLs, multicast (PIM SM), and basic high-availability features.
Can I stack multiple Catalyst 3850 switches together?
Yes, you can stack up to nine Catalyst 3850 switches using StackWise-480 technology for up to 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth and unified management.
What operating system does the Catalyst 3850 use?
The Catalyst 3850 runs Cisco IOS XE, a modular, Linux-based OS that supports programmability, OpenFlow, and advanced security services.
What use cases are best suited for the 3850 32XS IP Base switch?
This switch excels in data center server aggregation, campus distribution, high-performance uplinks, and environments requiring rich Layer 3 services and fiber connectivity.
Does the WS-C3850-32XS-S support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No, the WS-C3850-32XS-S is a fiber-only switch and does not support PoE or PoE+ on its SFP+ ports.
What is the forwarding performance of the Catalyst 3850 32XS switch?
The switch delivers up to 160 Gbps per slot and supports up to 256 Gbps of switching capacity with non-blocking architecture and 240 Mpps forwarding rate.
How is the Catalyst 3850 managed?
Management options include Cisco DNA Center, CLI (SSH, console), SNMP, NetFlow, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, and RESTCONF/YANG for automation.
What redundancy features are available on the 3850 32XS?
The switch offers Stateful Switchover (SSO), NSF/SSO, redundant power supply support, and hot-swappable fans for high availability.
What are the power and cooling requirements?
Typical power consumption is 240 W, with dual field-replaceable power supplies (AC or DC options) and variable-speed fans following Cisco’s thermal design guidelines.
Which transceiver modules are compatible with WS-C3850-32XS-S?
It supports Cisco SFP-10G-SR, SFP-10G-LR, SFP-10G-ER, CWDM/DWDM optics, and third-party MSA-compliant SFP+ modules.
What is the warranty and support for this switch?
Cisco provides a 1-year limited hardware warranty and 90-day software support; optional SMARTnet contracts extend coverage for updates and 24/7 technical assistance.
Can I upgrade from IP Base to IP Services on the 3850?
Yes, you can purchase a Cisco software upgrade license to move from IP Base to IP Services for advanced routing (EIGRP, BGP) and multicast features.
How does the Catalyst 3850 differ from the Catalyst 9300 series?
The 3850 focuses on 10G fiber density and Cisco IOS XE, while the 9300 series offers enhanced stacking (480 Gbps), higher PoE budgets, and Cisco UADP ASIC for intent-based networking.
What are the operating temperature and physical dimensions?
The switch operates from 0 °C to 40 °C, measures 1.72 in. × 17.5 in. × 22.2 in. (1RU), and weighs approximately 14.3 lbs.