United States$5,000,000+
Inventory Delivered By
A
Aaron Collins
4
48-port data switch delivered stable IP Services performance.
WS-C3850-48T-E
CATALYST 3850 48PORT DATA IP SERVICES
FEATURED DEAL
Name:
WS-C3850-48T-E
- Description:
- CATALYST 3850 48PORT DATA IP SERVICES
- Rating:
Added to cart 28 times recently
- Availability:
In stock - Ready to Ship
- Brand:
- Cisco
- GTIN:
- 7107904518013
- Condition:
- Warranty:
- 3
- List Price:
$19,500.00
- Price:
$6,279.0067.8% off
Quantity:
1
Business price:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Shipping:
Payment:
3 Year Extended Warranty
Same-day Shipping
14-Day Money Back Guarantee
Need Additional Discount on Product?
Request a quote below - Get Exclusive Pricing and Support.
Shipping:
Payment:
TRUSTED, TRIED, PROVEN
Officially Accredited
& Verified By
Next-Gen IT
Solutions Powered By
WS-C3850-48T-E Overview
WS-C3850-48T-E is a high-performance Cisco Catalyst switch designed with a robust architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functions for the enterprise network edge. Built for scalability, this switch features 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dedicated SFP uplink ports, ensuring efficient connectivity for diverse network environments and data center applications.
WS-C3850-48T-E incorporates advanced stacking technology with Cisco StackWise-480, enabling seamless scalability and simplified management across multiple units. With optimized power consumption and a reliable AC power supply, this switch delivers consistent performance and flexibility to meet the demanding use cases of modern campus, branch, and service provider networks.
WS-C3850-48T-E price is $6,279.00, a 67.8% saving from the Cisco list price of $19,500.00. WS-C3850-48T-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
Request bulk order quote for WS-C3850-48T-E for additional pricing. Browse the full Catalyst 3850 Switches series or explore all Cisco products.
WS-C3850-48T-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 335 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-C3850-48T-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports, StackWise-480 stacking
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 176 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-48T-E
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 12 inches
- Weight
- 31 lbs
WS-C3850-48T-E Use Case
Enterprise Campus Distribution Layer with High-Density Routing
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.
Branch Office and Retail Edge Consolidation
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.
Data Center Top-of-Rack Aggregation for Virtualized Environments
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.
Quality Certifications
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C3850-48T-E |  WS-C3850-48F-S |  WS-C3850-24XU-E |  WS-C3850-16XS-S |  WS-C3850-12X48U-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12 inches | 12 inches | 11.0 inches | 18.2 inches | 12.2 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / 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-C3850-48T-E | WS-C3850-48F-S | WS-C3850-24XU-E | WS-C3850-16XS-S | WS-C3850-12X48U-E |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 16 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports, StackWise-480 stacking | Fixed 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | N/A | N/A | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 12 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 335 W | 130 W | 365 W | 525 W | 250 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48T-E | Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Full-Function Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24XU-E Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-16XS-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-12X48U-E |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 16 SFP+ Ports | 12 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 10G | 10G | 10G |
| Weight | 31 lbs | 30 lbs | 25 lbs | 24 lbs | 35 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Brian Whitaker
5
Electronic licensing enabled quick deployment.
C
Charles Monroe
4
Reliable access-layer switch for enterprise offices.
D
Daniel Frost
4
Consistent throughput with Cisco-level uptime.
E
Edward Lawson
4
Strong option for large access deployments.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48T-E switch?
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48T-E is a fixed, stackable Layer 3 switch offering 48 Gigabit Ethernet copper ports and IP Services licensing for advanced routing and security.
How many ports does the Catalyst 3850 48T-E provide?
The Catalyst 3850 48T-E provides 48 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-density access connectivity.
What feature license is included with WS-C3850-48T-E?
The WS-C3850-48T-E ships with an IP Services license, enabling advanced routing protocols, full MPLS support, and enhanced security features.
Does the Catalyst 3850 48T-E support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No, the WS-C3850-48T-E model does not support PoE; it is a data-only switch designed for environments that do not require inline power.