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WS-C3850-48F-E
Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Services
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WS-C3850-48F-E Overview
WS-C3850-48F-E is a modern, stackable switch built on a robust architecture designed for high performance and scalability in enterprise networks. It features 48 Gigabit Ethernet access ports with full PoE+ support, integrated 4 SFP uplink ports, and advanced stacking capabilities that simplify network expansion and provide resilient performance under intensive workloads.
The switch offers versatile power options with an internal AC power supply that supports redundant operation and delivers efficient energy consumption. Designed for demanding use cases across wired campuses and branch offices, WS-C3850-48F-E integrates secure routing, rapid packet forwarding, and seamless scalability to meet evolving network demands.
WS-C3850-48F-E price is $7,852.00, a 64.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $22,000.00. WS-C3850-48F-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C3850-48F-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- Approximately 365 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
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-48F-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- 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
- 160 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port PoE+ Switch
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 18.1 inches
- Weight
- 31 lbs
WS-C3850-48F-E Use Case
Unified Campus Wired-Wireless Access Deployment
Scenario: A global university consolidates wired access, IP telephony and high-density Wi-Fi across 25 buildings. By deploying the WS-C3850-48F-E Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Services switch at each distribution closet, network architects deliver up to 740W of PoE+ per switch to access points, phones and security cameras. StackWise® technology provides 9 Tbps of unified switching capacity for seamless failover and consistent QoS policy enforcement. Benefit: Simplified management through Cisco DNA Center, guaranteed performance for 5,000+ concurrent clients, 50% reduction in cabling overhead and enterprise-grade resiliency for mission-critical campus services.
PCI-Compliant Retail PoS & Digital Signage Infrastructure
Scenario: A nationwide retail chain standardizes its point-of-sale terminals, digital signage and in-store analytics on a single PoE backbone. The WS-C3850-48F-E switch delivers full 15.4W PoE per port, powering PoS devices, HD displays and IP cameras without external injectors. Integrated Cisco TrustSec® segmentation ensures PCI DSS compliance by isolating payment systems from guest Wi-Fi and back-office networks. Benefit: Streamlined deployments cut hardware costs by 30%, real-time traffic encryption boosts data security, and centralized configuration reduces on-site support calls by 60%, delivering faster checkout and improved customer engagement.
Secure PoE-Powered IoT Sensor Network for Smart Buildings
Scenario: A multinational real estate firm equips its smart offices with environmental sensors, access control panels and digital wayfinding kiosks. Leveraging WS-C3850-48F-E switches, facilities teams power up to 48 PoE IoT devices per closet location and segment each device class using Cisco SD-Access. Advanced NetFlow telemetry and 802.1X authentication monitor network health and prevent unauthorized access. Benefit: Centralized power management lowers energy costs by 20%, automated network zoning enhances security posture, and real-time analytics optimize space utilization and occupant comfort across 100+ buildings.
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C3850-48F-E |  WS-C3850-12X48U-L |  WS-C3850-48XS-F-S |  WS-C3850-48UW-S |  WS-C3850-48U-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18.1 inches | 12.0 inches | 12 inches | 19.3 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | 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-C3850-48F-E | WS-C3850-12X48U-L | WS-C3850-48XS-F-S | WS-C3850-48UW-S | WS-C3850-48U-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Combo | Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | 12 10G SFP+ uplink ports and 48 PoE+ downlink ports | 48 fixed 10G SFP+ ports | 48 PoE+ Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dual-purpose uplink SFP ports |
| Power Consumption | Approximately 365 W | 370 W | 370W | 435 W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Fixed AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series WS-C3850-12X48U-L | Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 10G SFP+ Stackable Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48UW-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48U-E |
| 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 | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 48 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 176 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 31 lbs | 25 lbs | 28 lbs | 26 lbs | 34 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Bennett Crowe
4
Electronic licensing activated smoothly.
C
Clifford Hayes
5
Reliable enterprise switch with strong feature set.
D
Declan Moore
4
Consistent uptime and performance.
E
Edward Sinclair
4
Cisco-quality switching with Layer 3 flexibility.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Services (WS-C3850-48F-E)?
The WS-C3850-48F-E is a stackable Cisco Catalyst 3850 switch with 48 full PoE+ ports, an integrated IP Services license, 740W PoE budget, IOS XE software, advanced security, QoS, and routing capabilities.
How many PoE+ ports does WS-C3850-48F-E provide and what is its total power budget?
The WS-C3850-48F-E delivers 48 full PoE+ (802.3at) ports with a total PoE power budget of up to 740W to support high-density IP phones, cameras, and wireless APs.
What switching capacity and packet forwarding rate does the WS-C3850-48F-E support?
This switch offers a non-blocking switching capacity of 176 Gbps per chassis and a maximum forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps for wire-speed performance on all ports.
Which software license is included with WS-C3850-48F-E and what features does it enable?
The WS-C3850-48F-E ships with the Cisco IP Services license, enabling advanced Layer 3 routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), multicast, VPN, enhanced QoS, and infrastructure security features.