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Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE w/ 5 AP license IP Base
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WS-C3850-48PW-S is a high-performance, stackable enterprise switch that integrates advanced architecture with a fixed 48-port configuration to deliver secure and reliable 10/100/1000 Ethernet connectivity. Engineered with built-in PoE+ capabilities, it provides flexible power options ideal for powering IP phones, wireless access points, and other network devices.
WS-C3850-48PW-S leverages Cisco’s innovative IOS XE software to offer robust Layer 2/3 routing and superior stacking scalability through its stacking modules, making it a perfect fit for campus networks, branch offices, and high-demand business environments. Its comprehensive port expansion, reliable performance, and efficient power management ensure seamless network integration for mission-critical applications.
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A global financial services firm deploys the Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48PW-S-C3850 48 Port Full PoE w/ 5 AP license IP Base on each floor of its downtown headquarters to converge wired desktops, VoIP phones and 802.11ac Wave 2 access points on a single platform. Centralized Cisco DNA Center automation and policy enforcement deliver consistent QoS, zero-touch provisioning and 99.99% uptime for voice, video and data. Outcome: Simplified operations, 30% faster AP rollouts and a resilient, scalable campus network that supports 1,200+ concurrent users per switch stack.
A national retail chain installs WS-C3850-48PW-S switches in each store to power interactive digital signage, security cameras and provide secure guest Wi-Fi via five integrated AP licenses. The IP Base feature set enforces per-SSID segmentation, PCI compliance and real-time analytics across 500 locations. Outcome: 40% reduction in cabling costs, unified management of wired and wireless devices, and a personalized in-store experience that boosts customer dwell time by 20%.
A 300-bed hospital leverages the Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE switch with 5 AP license IP Base to power bedside monitoring devices, VoIP nurse-call handsets and secure Wi-Fi for tablets and wearables. Role-based access control, encrypted VXLAN overlays and Cisco TrustSec ensure protected PHI across clinical and administrative domains. Outcome: Streamlined device onboarding, 35% lower power consumption, and guaranteed uptime for critical life-safety and telemedicine applications.
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 WS-C3850-48PW-S |  WS-C3850-48F-E |  WS-C3850-12XS-S |  WS-C3850-24XU-L |  WS-C3850-12X48UW-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.8 inches | 18.1 inches | 14.1 inches | 12.2 inches | 11.8 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 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 Base | LAN Lite | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-48PW-S | WS-C3850-48F-E | WS-C3850-12XS-S | WS-C3850-24XU-L | WS-C3850-12X48UW-S |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Combo | Combo |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 12 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports, stacking module | N/A | 12 x 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports | 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 10G SFP+ uplink ports | N/A |
| Power Consumption | N/A | Approximately 365 W | 370W | 110W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48PW-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-12XS-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-L Ethernet Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-12X48UW-S |
| 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 | No | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 31 lbs | 18 lbs | 26 lbs | 21 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches |
Full PoE with AP licenses made deployment efficient.
Reliable power delivery across all ports.
Good access-layer switch for wireless and VoIP.
Stable IP Base performance in production.
Cisco quality with bundled wireless value.
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE switch (WS-C3850-48PW-S) is a stackable, enterprise-class Gigabit switch delivering 48 IEEE 802.3at PoE+ ports, an IP Base feature license, and a built-in five-access-point wireless LAN controller license.
It offers 48 Gigabit Ethernet data ports, each supplying up to 30 W via 802.3at PoE+, for a total PoE power budget of 740 W.
The switch includes four fixed SFP uplinks and supports Cisco StackWise-480 technology for stacking up to nine switches with 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth.
It delivers a non-blocking switching capacity of 176 Gbps and a forwarding rate of up to 104 Mpps.