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WS-C3850-48T-S
Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Data IP Base
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WS-C3850-48T-S Overview
WS-C3850-48T-S is a high-performance enterprise switch built on a fixed modular architecture that ensures robust scalability and efficient network operations. It features 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with flexible AC power supply options and support for redundant power supplies, delivering reliable performance for mission-critical applications.
WS-C3850-48T-S is designed with advanced stacking capabilities via StackWise-480 technology to simplify network expansion and boost overall throughput. Its Layer 2/Layer 3 functionality, along with intelligent management and non-POE operation, makes it ideally suited for campus LANs, branch offices, and high-density user environments.
WS-C3850-48T-S price is $1,350.00, a 88.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $11,500.00. WS-C3850-48T-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C3850-48T-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Weight
- 25 lbs
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Power Consumption
- 350W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-48T-S
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port 10/100/1000 LAN Base Switch
- Depth
- 12.25 inches
WS-C3850-48T-S Use Case
Unified Campus Access & Wireless Uplink Aggregation
In a mid-sized corporate campus with 40+ access switches and 300+ wireless APs, the WS-C3850-48T-S consolidates wired and Wi-Fi traffic on a single stack of up to nine switches. Integrated Cisco StackWise-480, advanced QoS and 480 Gbps backplane deliver seamless roaming, policy enforcement and zero-touch provisioning via Cisco DNA Center. Outcome: 40% faster deployment, 30% lower OPEX, and enterprise-grade uptime with granular security segmentation.
High-Density Retail PoE+ Infrastructure for Digital Signage & POS
A regional retail chain deploys 48-port PoE+ WS-C3850-48T-S switches in each store to power kiosks, digital signage and POS terminals. With 740W PoE budget, per-port power allocation and energy-efficient Ethernet, the switch delivers predictable performance under peak foot traffic. Outcome: 25% reduction in cabling costs, real-time inventory updates, and a consistent customer experience through guaranteed throughput and centralized management.
Industrial IoT Connectivity & Real-Time Automation
In a manufacturing plant, the WS-C3850-48T-S serves as the network backbone for 100+ sensors, PLCs and video cameras. Industrial-grade reliability, IPSec VPN and built-in Layer 3 routing (OSPF, EIGRP) ensure deterministic data paths for SCADA systems and remote monitoring. Outcome: 99.99% network availability, sub-millisecond failover, and end-to-end visibility that accelerates predictive maintenance and minimizes unplanned downtime.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C3850-48T-S |  WS-C3850-48XS-F-E |  WS-C3850-24PW-S |  WS-C3850-12S-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.25 inches | 18.1 inches | 17.8 inches | 11.8 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | IP Services | LAN Base | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-48T-S | WS-C3850-48XS-F-E | WS-C3850-24PW-S | WS-C3850-12S-S |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 12 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | N/A | 24 PoE+ ports and 4 fixed 1G SFP uplink ports | 12 fixed SFP ports |
| Power Consumption | 350W | 370W | 370 W | 195W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port 10/100/1000 LAN Base Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48XS-F-E | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24PW-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-12S-S |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 48 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 12 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | N/A | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 10G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 32 lbs | 26.4 lbs | 12.6 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
H
Harrison Cole
5
IP Base features were sufficient for VLANs and routing needs.
I
Ian Whitford
4
Consistent performance under moderate enterprise traffic.
J
Jonathan Price
5
Easy to deploy and manage in access-layer roles.
K
Kenneth Doyle
5
Reliable Catalyst switch for standard data environments.