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Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port UPOE IP Services
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WS-C3850-48U-E Overview
WS-C3850-48U-E is a high-performance enterprise switch built on a modular architecture featuring integrated routing and switching. It offers robust scalability via Cisco StackWise-480 stacking technology, enabling seamless expansion while maintaining high throughput and low latency for data-intensive applications.
WS-C3850-48U-E provides diverse power options with support for redundant power supplies and efficient AC power, ensuring reliable operation in demanding environments. The switch is equipped with 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dual-purpose 1G SFP uplink ports, optimized for a broad range of deployments from core analytics to branch offices where performance and reliability are critical.
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WS-C3850-48U-E 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
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 176 Gbps
- Power Consumption
- 370 W
- IOS
- IP Services
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Depth
- 17.5 inches
- Weight
- 34 lbs
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Width
- 19 inches
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 480 Gbps
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C3850-48U-E
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dual-purpose uplink SFP ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 3850-48U-E
WS-C3850-48U-E Use Case
High-Density IP Surveillance in Enterprise Campuses with Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port UPOE IP Services
Scenario: A 2,500-employee corporate campus deploys 250 high-definition IP cameras and 100 wireless access points across multiple buildings. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port UPOE IP Services switch delivers up to 60 W per port over UPOE and converges data and power on a single chassis with Cisco IOS XE programmability and advanced QoS. Benefit: Simplified infrastructure with 30% fewer cables, 99.99% uptime for critical surveillance, and centralized management that reduces operational expenses and ensures campus-wide security compliance.
Smart Building Automation & Access Control Integration on a 48-Port UPOE Platform
Scenario: A commercial real estate operator integrates smart lighting, HVAC sensors, badge readers, and digital signage in a 500,000 sq ft office tower. Leveraging the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port UPOE IP Services, each port delivers unified power and data to diverse IoT devices with per-port power budgeting and IEEE 802.3bt support. Benefit: Real-time analytics enable 25% energy savings, seamless tenant move-ins/outs, and a single-pane-of-glass for device provisioning and firmware updates, driving occupant comfort and lowering facility management costs.
Unified Communications and Wi-Fi Convergence in High-Volume Call Centers
Scenario: A global call center with 600 agents deploys VoIP handsets, APs, and video conferencing endpoints across three floors. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port UPOE IP Services switch enforces hardware-accelerated QoS, AVC, and dynamic PoE allocation to prioritize voice traffic and power wireless APs. Benefit: Crystal-clear voice quality with sub-20 ms latency, 99.95% service availability, and automated guest-Wi-Fi onboarding, resulting in improved customer satisfaction scores and streamlined network operations.
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Product Comparison Table
 WS-C3850-48U-E |  WS-C3850-48XS-S |  WS-C3850-24U-S |  WS-C3850-48P-L |  WS-C3850-24T-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 17.5 inches | 18 inches | 12 inches | 18 inches | 15.2 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | LAN Lite | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 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 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C3850-48U-E | WS-C3850-48XS-S | WS-C3850-24U-S | WS-C3850-48P-L | WS-C3850-24T-S |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | N/A | 48 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 dual-purpose uplink SFP ports | Fixed 48 x 10G SFP+ ports, 4 x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports; supports StackWise-480 stacking | 48 PoE+ Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | 420 W | 370 W | 370W | 370.56 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48U-E | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48XS-S | Cisco Catalyst 3850-24U Switch | Cisco Catalyst 3850-48P-L | Cisco Catalyst 3850 24-Port 10/100/1000 Ethernet Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 48 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 176 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 480 Gbps | N/A | 480 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 40G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 34 lbs | 28 lbs | 19 lbs | 25 lbs | 26 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 19 inches | 17.2 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Reginald Scott
4
Electronic activation was quick and reliable.
S
Stuart Bennett
5
Consistent performance for powered endpoints.
T
Travis Cole
3
Cisco-grade reliability with advanced features.
V
Vernon Miles
4
Well-suited for enterprise access networks.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port UPOE IP Services (WS-C3850-48U-E)?
It is a stackable enterprise-class switch offering 48 UPOE ports with an IP Services license for advanced Layer 2/3 features.
What does UPOE mean on the Catalyst 3850?
UPOE (Universal Power over Ethernet) delivers up to 60W per port to power high-demand devices such as IP cameras and wireless access points.
What is the maximum power budget of the WS-C3850-48U-E?
The switch provides a total power budget of 1440W across all 48 UPOE ports.
What are the key features of the Catalyst 3850-48U-E?
Key features include 40Gbps stack bandwidth, full Layer 3 routing, advanced QoS, Flexible NetFlow, and Cisco TrustSec security.