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Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE LAN Base
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WS-C3850-48F-L Overview
WS-C3850-48F-L is a high-performance, stackable enterprise switch built on a robust, modern architecture that ensures reliable connectivity and easy network integration. It offers a fixed AC power supply with advanced PoE+ support, equipping 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and additional uplink connectivity for diverse deployment scenarios.
Engineered for scalability, the Catalyst 3850-48F-L features Cisco StackWise technology, enabling efficient stacking and expanded bandwidth to meet growing network demands. Its Layer 3 capabilities, high switching capacity, and compact 1 RU rack-mount form factor make it ideal for businesses, educational institutions, and other environments requiring high-performance converged infrastructures.
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WS-C3850-48F-L Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- 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
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-48F-L
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G / 10G
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-48F-L
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 16.9 inches
- Weight
- 31 lbs
WS-C3850-48F-L Use Case
Enterprise Campus Wi-Fi 6 Rollout with Full PoE
In a multi-building university or corporate campus, the WS-C3850-48F-L-Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE LAN Base powers up to 48 Wi-Fi 6 access points via 30W PoE+ per port while providing 10Gb uplink bandwidth. Centralized Cisco IOS XE management ensures consistent SSID policies, traffic segmentation, and QoS enforcement. Benefit: Simplified cabling, guaranteed AP performance under peak loads, and seamless network scaling for thousands of concurrent users.
Corporate HQ IP Telephony and Video Conferencing
For a headquarters office deploying Cisco Unified Communications Manager, the Catalyst 3850-48F-L supplies reliable PoE to IP phones, video endpoints, and collaboration devices. Integrated LAN Base features enable per-port power prioritization and energy management, while advanced security modules isolate voice traffic. Benefit: Superior call quality, reduced downtime with redundant uplinks, and streamlined provisioning of up to 48 PoE devices from a single chassis.
Smart Manufacturing IoT and Surveillance Network
In a factory or warehouse, the WS-C3850-48F-L delivers full PoE support for 48 IP cameras, environmental sensors, and RFID readers on the production floor. Robust IEEE 802.3at power delivery, industrial-grade reliability, and Cisco TrustSec segmentation protect critical data flows. Benefit: Real-time monitoring, enhanced safety compliance, and centralized analytics that drive operational efficiency and rapid fault detection.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3850-48F-L |  WS-C3850-16XS-S |  WS-C3850-48P-L |  WS-C3850-48XS-S |  WS-C3850-24U-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 16.9 inches | 18.2 inches | 18 inches | 18 inches | 12 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | IP Services | LAN Lite | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 10/100/1000 | 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-L | WS-C3850-16XS-S | WS-C3850-48P-L | WS-C3850-48XS-S | WS-C3850-24U-S |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 16 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | N/A |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G/10G SFP uplink ports | N/A | 48 PoE+ Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports | Fixed 48 x 10G SFP+ ports, 4 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports; supports StackWise-480 stacking |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | 525 W | 370W | 420 W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48F-L | Cisco Catalyst 3850-16XS-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48P-L | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48XS-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24U Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 16 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 48 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps | N/A | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G / 10G | 10G | 1G | 40G | 1G |
| Weight | 31 lbs | 24 lbs | 25 lbs | 28 lbs | 19 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 19 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Raymond Fisher
5
Stable performance and easy integration into existing Cisco networks.
S
Samuel Drake
5
Consistent uptime even during peak usage.
T
Trevor Langley
4
Well-suited for access-layer deployments needing PoE.
V
Victor Hammond
5
Dependable Catalyst performance for business environments.
Questions & Answers
What are the key features of the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE LAN Base (WS-C3850-48F-L)?
The WS-C3850-48F-L features 48 full PoE+ ports with up to 30 W per port, a 715 W PoE power budget, four 10 GbE uplink ports, Cisco IOS-XE software with LAN Base licensing, and advanced stacking up to 9 switches.
How much PoE power budget does the WS-C3850-48F-L support?
This model provides a total PoE budget of 715 W, delivering up to 30 W per port for high-power devices like wireless APs and IP cameras.
How many ports and speeds are available on the Catalyst 3850 48 PoE LAN Base?
It offers 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet PoE+ ports plus four modular uplink slots supporting 1G or 10G SFP/SFP+ optics.
What software and licensing come with the WS-C3850-48F-L?
The switch includes Cisco IOS-XE with LAN Base licensing, offering Layer 2 switching, basic Layer 3, QoS, security, and energy-saving features.
Can I stack multiple WS-C3850-48F-L switches? If so, how many?
Yes. Utilizing StackWise-480 technology, you can stack up to 9 switches with a 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth for unified management.
What uplink options are supported on the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48F?
You can install up to four network modules supporting 1G and 10G SFP/SFP+ uplinks for flexible connectivity and redundancy.
What level of switching throughput does the WS-C3850-48F-L deliver?
It delivers up to 176 Gbps of switching capacity and 130.95 Mpps forwarding rate, ensuring wire-speed performance under full load.
How is the WS-C3850-48F-L managed and monitored?
Manage via Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, CLI, SNMP, or an integrated web interface over SSH/HTTPS for comprehensive monitoring.
What redundancy features are available on the Catalyst 3850 48 Port PoE switch?
It supports redundant power supplies (optional RPS), hot-swappable fans, dual-stack firmware, and StackWise resiliency for high availability.
What environmental specs apply to the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48F?
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C, humidity: 10%–90% non-condensing, altitude: up to 5000 ft, compliant with RoHS and WEEE.
What warranty and support options are available for WS-C3850-48F-L?
It includes a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90-day software updates. Cisco SMARTnet services are available for extended support.
What mounting options exist for the Cisco 3850 48 Port PoE switch?
The switch fits standard 19-inch racks with included brackets, supports wall mounting, and has front-to-back or back-to-front cooling configurations.
Which use cases are ideal for the Catalyst 3850 48F LAN Base switch?
Ideal for enterprise access layers, campus aggregation, wireless backhaul, IP telephony, video surveillance, and small data center top-of-rack deployments.
Does the WS-C3850-48F-L support advanced security features?
Yes. It offers 802.1X authentication, dynamic ARP inspection, IP source guard, ACLs, MACsec encryption (with license), and guest VLAN.
How do I upgrade PoE power supplies on the Catalyst 3850?
Install optional redundant power supply modules (RPS2300 or RPS675) for additional PoE budget and failover protection without downtime.