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Cisco WS-C3850-48F-S Catalyst 3850 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Swit...
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WS-C3850-48F-S is a managed Layer 3 access switch with 48 10/100/1000 PoE+ downlinks, an empty modular uplink bay, and the IP Base feature set. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 full-PoE variant ships with a PWR-C1-1100WAC supply and supports C3850-NM-4-1G=, C3850-NM-2-10G=, or C3850-NM-4-10G= for uplink selection rather than fixed uplinks. The 48-port Gigabit PoE+ access switch fits enterprise wiring closets serving phones, access points, and workstations where StackWise-480 stack operation and StackPower planning remain part of the design. WS-C3850-48P-S differs by using a 715WAC supply, while this Catalyst 3850 Series model uses the 1100WAC full-PoE hardware base.
WS-C3850-48F-S price for new stock is $896.70, a 93.6% saving from the Cisco list price of $14,000.00. WS-C3850-48F-S refurb price is $194.25. WS-C3850-48F-S is in stock and available for free next-day delivery. (terms applied)
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176 Gbps switching capacity and 130.95 Mpps forwarding rate support the 48-port Gigabit Ethernet model with a 4 x 10G uplink module installed. 800W PoE budget is available with the default PWR-C1-1100WAC supply, and 1900W is available with a second PWR-C1-1100WAC installed for PoE capacity. Static, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub, OSPF for routed access, and PBR belong to the IP Base routing set; full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4, IS-ISv4, and PIM require IP Services. WS-C3850-48F-S carries 4 GB DRAM, 2 GB flash, 32000 MAC addresses, and 24000 IPv4 routes. StackWise-480 stacks nine members, while StackPower uses CAB-SPWR-30CM= or CAB-SPWR-150CM= cables separately from STACK-T1-50CM=, STACK-T1-1M=, or STACK-T1-3M=. Web UI, CLI, SSH, Telnet, SNMP, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure cover management paths.
Order WS-C3850-48F-S in new sealed or certified refurbished condition, with the selected C3850-NM-4-1G=, C3850-NM-2-10G=, or C3850-NM-4-10G= uplink module added when required. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested; managed units are firmware verified and wiped to factory default, with PoE output checked under load, every port linked at rated speed, module bay recognition verified, and PSU and fan status checked. New units carry up to 3-year extended warranty, certified refurbished units carry up to 1 year, and every condition has 30-day returns with terms applying. PO is accepted, Net-30 is available for government, RMA can include advance replacement, and regional stock or RMA coverage spans UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
License Tier | IP Base |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1G PoE+, modular uplink bay |
PoE Budget | 800W / 1900W dual PWR-C1-1100WAC |
Stacking | StackWise-480, max 9 members |
Lifecycle Status | End of support 31 October 2025 |
Replacement PID | C9300-48P-A |
In a large enterprise campus deploying 200+ Wi-Fi access points and IoT sensors, the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-port Full PoE IP Base switch delivers 30W per port, line-rate switching, and advanced QoS. Benefit: Simplifies edge architecture, cuts CAPEX by 20%, ensures consistent power delivery, and enforces secure network segmentation for large-scale IoT onboarding.
A national retail chain uses the Catalyst 3850 48-port Full PoE IP Base to power 48 IP cameras and POS terminals per store. Integrated VLAN segmentation and ACLs isolate video and payment traffic, while full PoE resilience removes the need for separate UPS systems. Outcome: Achieves 99.99% uptime, accelerates checkout by 30%, and maintains PCI-compliant data separation.
In a 500-bed hospital, the 48-port Catalyst 3850 Full PoE IP Base switch acts as the core distribution layer for IP phones, patient monitoring devices, and wireless nursing stations. Redundant power supplies and Cisco IOS XE automation streamline provisioning. Benefit: Delivers HIPAA-grade security, reduces deployment time by 50%, and guarantees uninterrupted power for critical medical equipment.
A site replacing WS-C3750X-48PF-S closets can keep 48 one-gigabit copper access ports and IP Base routing behavior while moving to the Catalyst 3850 stack architecture. Confirm the October 31, 2025 Cisco support end date, then specify the access switch condition, uplink module, and any StackWise-480 cables before the PO.
A phone and access-point closet with 48 PoE+ ports needs power math before ordering: 48 x 30W equals 1440W of potential endpoint demand, while the default budget is 800W. Add a second PWR-C1-1100WAC when the design depends on the documented 1900W dual-supply budget.
An existing Catalyst 3850 IP Base stack can take another matching feature-set member under StackWise-480, with up to nine switches in the data stack. Check that no LAN Base or IP Services member is being mixed, then add STACK-T1-50CM=, STACK-T1-1M=, or STACK-T1-3M= as needed.
Active Cisco service coverage
Cisco hardware support ended on 31 October 2025 for this model. Use C9300-48P-A when the purchase requires a current 48-port PoE+ Network Advantage replacement.
UPOE endpoint power
The ports provide PoE+ at 30W per port, not Cisco UPOE at 60W. Use C9300-48U-A for a current 48-port UPOE replacement path.
Advanced routing protocols
IP Base supports OSPF for routed access but not full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4, IS-ISv4, or PIM. Use C9300-48P-A for the Network Advantage replacement.
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| WS-C3850-48F-S |  WS-C3850-24XU-E |  WS-C3850-48F-E |  WS-C3850-12XS-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 488 mm | 488 mm | 488 mm | 450 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) | Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 2 GB | 2 GB | 2 GB | 4 GB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm | 44.5 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-48F-S | WS-C3850-24XU-E | WS-C3850-48F-E | WS-C3850-12XS-S |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 1100W | 248.1W (100% traffic / no PoE load / C3850-NM-8-10G) | 143.77W excluding PoE load (C3850-NM-4-10G installed) | 112.7W with C3850-NM-4-10G |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Weight | 8 kg | 8 kg. | 8 kg. | 5.8 kg. |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 13 July 2024
Stable switching with predictable power delivery.
Reviewed on the 9 December 2021
Dependable PoE switch for business use.
Reviewed on the 15 November 2020
Full PoE IP Base handled endpoints reliably.
Reviewed on the 14 July 2019
Good performance for access-layer deployments.
Reviewed on the 9 February 2018
Cisco Catalyst quality as expected.
WS-C3850-48F-S is a Cisco Catalyst 3850 managed 48-port Gigabit PoE+ switch with an IP Base feature set. It ships as a 1U stackable access switch with a PWR-C1-1100WAC supply and one modular uplink bay that must be populated separately.
WS-C3850-48F-S identifies a Catalyst 3850 switch with 48 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, full-PoE 1100WAC hardware, and the IP Base feature set. The row also identifies the model as stackable, 1 RU, and supplied with the higher-power PWR-C1-1100WAC supply.
WS-C3850-48F-S is managed through Web UI, CLI, SSH, Telnet, SNMP, console access, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. Console access uses the RJ-45 console port or USB mini-Type B console port, while remote management can use Web UI or VTY access after setup.
WS-C3850-48F-S is past Cisco end of support, with the Last Date of Support on 31 October 2025. The end-of-sale date was 30 October 2020, and Cisco service has ended; the replacement PID is C9300-48P-A.
WS-C3850-48F-S is offered by ORM Systems as new sealed or certified refurbished. Cisco E-LLW support ended on 31 October 2025; ORM warranty coverage is up to 3-year extended on new units and up to 1 year on certified refurbished, with 30-day returns subject to terms.
WS-C3850-48F-S includes IP Base, the entry-level enterprise Layer 3 feature set for the Catalyst 3850. IP Services upgrades use C3850-48-S-E or L-C3850-48-S-E RTU licenses, while mobility-controller access point use can add L-LIC-CTIOS-1A or LIC-CTIOS-1A licenses.
WS-C3850-48F-S replaced WS-C3750X-48PF-S in the 48-port full-PoE IP Base position. That predecessor relationship is useful when matching legacy Catalyst 3750-X refresh requests to the closest Catalyst 3850 full-PoE configuration and license tier.
WS-C3850-48F-S provides an 800W PoE budget with the default PWR-C1-1100WAC supply. A second PWR-C1-1100WAC raises the available PoE budget to 1900W; 48 ports at 30W each represent 1440W of possible PoE+ endpoint demand.
WS-C3850-48F-S supports C3850-NM-4-1G=, C3850-NM-2-10G=, and C3850-NM-4-10G= uplink modules. The switch ships without an uplink module, so the correct card must be specified with the switch when uplink ports are needed.
Catalyst 3850 StackWise-480 stacks up to nine members and provides 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth. Use STACK-T1-50CM=, STACK-T1-1M=, or STACK-T1-3M= cables, and keep WS-C3850-48F-S in stacks with the same IP Base feature set.
WS-C3850-48F-S supports Layer 3 routing under IP Base, including Static, RIPv1, RIPv2, RIPng, EIGRP Stub, OSPF for routed access, and PBR. Full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4, IS-ISv4, and PIM require the IP Services feature set.
WS-C3850-48F-S has an optional redundant power-supply design with one PWR-C1-1100WAC installed by default. The chassis supports a second internal supply; adding another PWR-C1-1100WAC also increases the available PoE budget from 800W to 1900W.
WS-C3850-48F-S uses a PWR-C1-1100WAC full-PoE hardware base, while WS-C3850-48P-S uses the 715WAC 48-port PoE hardware base. Choose WS-C3850-48F-S for higher PoE budget planning and WS-C3850-48P-S for matching standard 48-port PoE IP Base spares.
WS-C3850-48F-E carries the IP Services feature set, while WS-C3850-48F-S carries IP Base on the same 48-port PoE+ and 1100WAC full-PoE hardware family. Choose WS-C3850-48F-E for advanced enterprise Layer 3 and WS-C3850-48F-S for IP Base stack alignment.
C9300-48P-A is the replacement PID for WS-C3850-48F-S and is described as a Catalyst 9300 48-port PoE+ Network Advantage switch. Choose C9300-48P-A for the successor platform and WS-C3850-48F-S only when the purchase is for Catalyst 3850 sparing or stack continuity.
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