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WS-C3850-48T-E
Cisco WS-C3850-48T-E Catalyst 3850 48-Port Gigabit Switch, M...
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WS-C3850-48T-E provides managed Layer 3 enterprise access through 48 data-only 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports. Its modular uplink architecture has an empty bay in the base configuration, rather than installed fiber uplinks, and accommodates compatible Gigabit Ethernet or 10 Gigabit Ethernet modules. The non-PoE configuration connects endpoints that have their own power source. Within the Cisco Catalyst 3850 family, this Rack-Mount 1U model carries the IP Services feature set for advanced enterprise routing rather than the entry-level software tier. The discontinued WS-C3850-48P-E sibling adds PoE+ for powered endpoints. This 48-port Gigabit Ethernet access switch combines copper endpoint connectivity with selectable fiber uplinks, allowing the uplink configuration to match the existing distribution connection without implying that a network module accompanies the base unit.
WS-C3850-48T-E price for new stock is $1,267.35, a 93.5% saving from the Cisco list price of $19,500.00. WS-C3850-48T-E refurb price is $156.43. WS-C3850-48T-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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176 Gbps switching capacity supports the 48-port Gigabit Ethernet hardware configuration. 130.95 Mpps forwarding performance applies with C3850-NM-4-10G installed, so that figure should accompany the uplink configuration used to achieve it. OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4 support dynamic routing under IP Services; PBR and PIM-SM provide policy-based forwarding and multicast routing. WS-C3850-48T-E runs Cisco IOS XE with 4 GB DRAM and 2 GB flash for software and configuration storage. The hardware accommodates 32000 MAC addresses and 24000 IPv4 routes, including ARP entries and learned routes. UADP forwarding silicon supports hardware-based traffic handling, while 128-bit MACsec protects supported links; 256-bit MACsec is not available on this Gigabit copper model. A PWR-C1-350WAC supply ships in the primary bay, leaving the second bay available for an additional supply. 127.24W is the maximum published consumption under the traffic test with C3850-NM-4-10G installed, not the PWR-C1-350WAC output rating.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3850-48T-E new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to 1 year; Cisco manufacturer service and warranty support ended October 31, 2025. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with firmware verified, configuration wiped to factory default, and module bay recognition, PSU status and fan status checked. Specify the condition, quantity and required accessories on the purchase order; 30-day returns apply to every condition, with terms applying. POs are accepted, government orders have Net-30 terms, and enterprise or volume purchases can use regional stock and RMA coverage across the UK, EU, US and MEA, including RMA with advance replacement.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
License Tier | IP Services |
Port Configuration | 48 x 1G data ports, modular uplinks |
Stacking | StackWise-480, nine members |
Replaces | WS-C3750X-48T-E, end-of-sale October 30, 2016 |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended October 31, 2025 |
Replacement PID | C9300-48T-A / WS-C3850-48T-E-RF (Cisco remanufactured) |
Deploy WS-C3850-48T-E Catalyst 3850 48-Port Data IP Services as the Layer 3 distribution switch in a mid-size or large enterprise campus. With 48 1 Gigabit Ethernet ports, advanced IP routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) and StackWise-480 stacking, it delivers sub-50 ms convergence, centralized policy enforcement and seamless failover. Outcome: Simplified network operations, 99.999% availability and a 30% reduction in inter-VLAN latency.
Implement WS-C3850-48T-E Catalyst 3850 48-Port Data IP Services at distributed branch or retail locations to unify wired LAN, VoIP and Wi-Fi uplinks. Built-in QoS, NetFlow analytics and secure VLAN segmentation optimize point-of-sale transactions and voice traffic while maintaining PCI compliance. Outcome: 40% fewer call drops, 25% faster checkout times and robust data isolation.
Use WS-C3850-48T-E Catalyst 3850 48-Port Data IP Services as a Top-of-Rack (ToR) switch in a virtualized data center. Support for VXLAN EVPN, dynamic routing and high-speed stacking ensures efficient east-west traffic, reduced oversubscription and seamless VM mobility. Outcome: 2× higher throughput, simplified virtualization integration and 99.99% application uptime.
When a wiring closet consolidation must retain multiple routed VLAN interfaces, the hardware supports 1000 SVIs and 4000 VLAN IDs. These are separate resources rather than interchangeable limits. Inventory the required interfaces and VLAN identifiers, then specify the intended resource allocation before issuing the purchase order.
When several sites must use the same traffic-monitoring configuration, 48000 Flexible NetFlow entries provide the flow-entry sizing reference for this hardware configuration. Identify the traffic to monitor and the collector that will receive the records, then confirm the monitoring requirements before standardizing the purchase order.
When a replacement spare must be ready for staging, ORM certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, rated-speed links on every port, and clean boot. Firmware is verified and configurations are wiped to factory default. Specify the condition and required spare quantity on the purchase order.
PoE power for connected endpoints
WS-C3850-48T-E supplies no endpoint power. C9300-48P-A is the current 48-port PoE+ replacement for the discontinued powered sibling and carries Network Advantage.
40G uplinks from removable modules
WS-C3850-48T-E supports C3850-NM-4-1G, C3850-NM-2-10G and C3850-NM-4-10G. Its supported uplink ceiling is 10G; modules providing 40G connectivity are not compatible with this model.
Ongoing Cisco hardware service
Cisco service for WS-C3850-48T-E ended October 31, 2025. C9300-48T-A is the current 48-port data-only successor for refreshes requiring an actively sold model.
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| WS-C3850-48T-E |  WS-C3850-48F-S |  WS-C3850-24XU-E |  WS-C3850-16XS-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 450 mm | 488 mm | 488 mm | 450 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Multi-Gigabit (2.5G/5G) | 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-C3850-48T-E | WS-C3850-48F-S | WS-C3850-24XU-E | WS-C3850-16XS-S |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Consumption | 127.24W (with C3850-NM-4-10G) | 1100W | 248.1W (100% traffic / no PoE load / C3850-NM-8-10G) | 112.7W (100% IMIX traffic) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 320 Gbps |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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WS-C3850-48T-E identifies a Catalyst 3850 stackable switch with 48 data-only Gigabit Ethernet ports and the IP Services feature set. WS-C3850 denotes the switch family, 48 the port count, T the data-port configuration, and E IP Services. The base configuration includes PWR-C1-350WAC.
WS-C3850-48T-E supports console CLI management, remote CLI access through SSH or Telnet, SNMP monitoring, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure management. Prime Infrastructure provides provisioning, monitoring and configuration templates. SSH and cryptographic SNMPv3 operation require the appropriate cryptographic software image, so confirm the image before staging management access.
WS-C3850-48T-E is discontinued: end-of-sale was October 30, 2020, and Cisco support ended October 31, 2025. C9300-48T-A is the current replacement. Purchasing remaining new sealed stock or refurbished hardware does not restart manufacturer support or change the published end-of-life milestones for the original model.
WS-C3850-48T-E includes IP Services as its base feature set; optional Cisco DNA Essentials or Cisco DNA Advantage add-ons have three- or five-year terms. Base feature levels are LAN Base, IP Base and IP Services. Smart Accounts manage add-ons; expired terms require renewal or deactivation and a reload to retain base capabilities.
WS-C3850-48T-E replaces the discontinued WS-C3750X-48T-E, which reached end-of-sale on October 30, 2016. The migration preserves the 48-port data-only configuration and IP Services tier. WS-C3850-48T-E is also discontinued, so a purchase requiring a current model should specify its successor, C9300-48T-A.
The Catalyst 3850 48-port data switch accepts C3850-NM-4-1G, C3850-NM-2-10G and C3850-NM-4-10G. These provide four Gigabit Ethernet ports, two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, or four 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports respectively. The base switch does not include an uplink module, so specify the required module on the order.
Catalyst 3850 StackWise-480 stacks nine members with 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth. Data stacking uses STACK-T1-50CM=, STACK-T1-1M= or STACK-T1-3M=. Members must use matching feature sets. StackPower is separate, supports four members in a ring, and uses CAB-SPWR-30CM= or CAB-SPWR-150CM= rather than data-stacking cables.
WS-C3850-48T-E ships with one PWR-C1-350WAC power supply, not two redundant supplies. The second internal bay is available for an additional supply. PWR-C1-440WDC is also supported as a configuration option. Specify the additional supply separately when the purchase requires two installed supplies.
The IP Services model supports full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4, plus OSPFv3 and EIGRPv6 for IPv6 routing. PBR and PIM multicast routing are also available. Its hardware IPv4 capacity is 24000 entries including ARP and learned routes, rather than 24000 learned routes alone.
WS-C3850-48P-E provides PoE+ on its 48 Gigabit Ethernet access ports, while WS-C3850-48T-E provides data connectivity without endpoint power. Both carry IP Services and are discontinued. The powered model suits legacy installations needing switch-delivered endpoint power; the data-only model suits endpoints using their own power sources.
WS-C3850-48T-E carries IP Services, while WS-C3850-48T-S carries IP Base on the same 48-port data-only configuration. IP Services adds full OSPF, EIGRP, BGPv4 and IS-ISv4. Both models are discontinued; the E variant suits legacy requirements for advanced routing, while the S variant addresses entry-level routed access.
C9300-48T-A is the current successor to discontinued WS-C3850-48T-E, whose Cisco support ended October 31, 2025. Both are 48-port data-only switches, but the replacement carries Network Advantage. C9300-48T-A suits a current-model refresh; WS-C3850-48T-E serves legacy procurement that accepts the end of manufacturer service.
ORM Systems offers WS-C3850-48T-E new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for refurbished units. Returns are 30 days on every condition; terms apply. Cisco's original Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty has ended: manufacturer service and warranty support ended October 31, 2025.
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