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WS-C4948-10GE
Cisco 4948 Switch WS-C4948-10GE
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WS-C4948-10GE Overview
WS-C4948-10GE is a high-performance Cisco switch built on a robust, fixed-configuration architecture that integrates 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports. Designed with stacking capabilities in mind, its architecture supports seamless network scalability and high-speed data throughput, ensuring superior performance in high-demand network environments.
WS-C4948-10GE offers versatile power options featuring redundant AC power supplies to maximize operational reliability. Its managed design and fixed port configuration make it an ideal choice for enterprise deployments that require secure, rapid layer-2 switching with the capability to scale, integrate into existing network stacks, and support data-intensive applications.
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WS-C4948-10GE Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 350 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C4948-10GE
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 × 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 × 10GE SFP+ uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 176 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 352 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 4948-10GE
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 25 lbs
WS-C4948-10GE Use Case
High-Density Top-of-Rack Aggregation in Virtualized Data Centers
In a hyper-converged data center hosting thousands of virtual machines, the Cisco 4948 Switch (WS-C4948-10GE) delivers 48 1/10GE ports for top-of-rack aggregation and dual 10GE uplinks to the spine. This deployment reduces packet-forwarding latency by up to 20%, simplifies cabling, and scales seamlessly to accommodate growing VM workloads—all while leveraging Cisco’s proven hardware reliability and unified management.
10GbE Campus Core for Research-Intensive University Networks
A leading research university requires ultra-low-latency, high-bandwidth connectivity for HPC clusters, remote instrumentation, and video collaboration. By deploying the Cisco 4948 Switch (WS-C4948-10GE) as the campus core, IT teams deliver prioritized traffic via advanced QoS, achieve up to 40% faster data transfer rates, and ensure uninterrupted 10GbE distribution across labs and lecture halls—backed by Cisco’s enterprise-grade security and support.
Carrier-Grade Multi-Tenant Edge for Managed Service Providers
A managed service provider (MSP) offering cloud and VoIP services to diverse tenants needs a flexible, isolated edge solution. The Cisco 4948 Switch (WS-C4948-10GE) enables per-tenant VLAN segmentation, granular QoS policies, and hot-swappable power supplies—accelerating customer onboarding by 30%, ensuring SLA compliance, and delivering high-availability 10GE connectivity for voice, data, and video with Cisco’s industry-leading support.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C4948-10GE |  WS-C4948E-S |  WS-C4948 |  WS-C4948E-F |  WS-X4993-F | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18 inches | 12 inches | 18 inches | 17.8 inches | 18 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 32 MB | 32 MB | 32 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Base | LAN Lite | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C4948-10GE | WS-C4948E-S | WS-C4948 | WS-C4948E-F | WS-X4993-F |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24–48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 × 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 × 10GE SFP+ uplink ports | 48x10/100 Ethernet ports, 4x SFP uplink ports | N/A | 48 fixed 10/100 Ethernet ports with 4 dedicated 1G SFP uplinks | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 350 W | N/A | N/A | 165 W | 350 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 4948-10GE | Cisco Catalyst WS-C4948E-S Ethernet Switch | Cisco Catalyst WS-C4948 Ethernet Switch | Cisco Catalyst 4948E-F Switch | Enterprise Modular Stackable Switch WS-X4993-F |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 352 Gbps | 64 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 960 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 10G |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 20 lbs | 17 lbs | 22 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.6 inches | 19 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
F
Farah Siddiqui
5
Low latency and reliable uplinks.
S
Stefan Braun
5
Consistent performance in production.
O
Omar Raza
5
Handled heavy traffic well.
N
Natalie Brooks
5
Very dependable switch.
Questions & Answers
What are the key features of the Cisco 4948 Switch WS-C4948-10GE?
The Cisco 4948 Switch WS-C4948-10GE delivers 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, four 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks, Layer 3 switching, advanced QoS and security, and Cisco IOS for campus and data center deployments.
How many ports does the WS-C4948-10GE provide and what type are they?
The WS-C4948-10GE provides 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports and four dedicated 10 Gbps SFP+ uplink slots for high-speed aggregation.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the Cisco 4948?
The Cisco 4948 Switch offers up to 176 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 131.1 Mpps (million packets per second).
Does the Cisco 4948 Switch support Layer 3 routing?
Yes. The WS-C4948-10GE supports static routing, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP stub, VRF-Lite and IP multicast routing for campus and data center use.
Can I stack multiple Cisco 4948 Switches to scale port density?
No. The WS-C4948-10GE does not support physical stacking, but you can aggregate uplinks via Virtual Switching System (VSS) on compatible Cisco platforms.
What management options are available on the WS-C4948-10GE?
You can manage the Cisco 4948 via Cisco IOS CLI, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, SNMP v2/v3, RADIUS/TACACS+, SSH, Telnet and an optional web GUI module.
Does the Cisco 4948 support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No. The WS-C4948-10GE is a non-PoE switch. For PoE or PoE+ capabilities, consider Cisco Catalyst 4948P models.
What uplink modules and transceivers are compatible?
The switch supports MGBSX1, MGBLH1, SFP-10G-SR, SFP-10G-LR, SFP-10G-ER and other Cisco 10 Gbps SFP+ modules for fiber and copper connectivity.
Which power supplies does the WS-C4948-10GE use?
The WS-C4948-10GE includes dual hot-swappable AC power supplies for redundancy, each rated 350 W, with optional DC power modules available.
Is the Cisco 4948 Switch compatible with Cisco IOS Software?
Yes. It runs Cisco IOS Release 12.2(33)SXH or later, offering consistent feature sets for routing, switching, security and QoS across your network.
What redundancy and high-availability features are supported?
The WS-C4948-10GE offers dual hot-swappable power supplies, redundant fans, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) and nonstop forwarding with Stateful Switchover (NSF/SSO).
How energy-efficient is the Cisco 4948 Switch?
The switch meets IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet standards, features variable-speed fans and low-power ASICs to reduce energy consumption up to 50%.
What security features are included in the WS-C4948-10GE?
The Cisco 4948 offers 802.1X port authentication, Dynamic ARP Inspection, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, ACLs, control plane policing and Secure Shell.
What QoS capabilities does the Cisco 4948 provide?
It supports eight hardware queues per port, classification, marking, policing, shaping, weighted tail drop (WTD), low-latency queuing (LLQ) and hierarchical QoS.
Which deployment scenarios suit the Cisco 4948 Switch best?
Ideal for enterprise campus wiring closets, distribution layers, data center top-of-rack, and small-to-medium core networks requiring high port density and 10 Gbps uplinks.
What warranty and support options are available for the WS-C4948-10GE?
The switch includes a lifetime limited hardware warranty with next-business-day replacement. Cisco SMARTnet service is available for 24x7 support and software updates.