Cisco WS-C3650-48PD-S 48-Port PoE+ Gigabit Switch

Usage Area

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48PD-S is a 48-port Gigabit Ethernet switch with Power over Ethernet (PoE) and two 10G uplinks, designed for deployment in enterprise local area networks (LANs). It is typically positioned at the access layer in campus networks, connecting end-user devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and desktop computers. The switch supports IP Base feature set, making it suitable for medium-sized businesses or branch offices requiring advanced Layer 3 routing and QoS capabilities without the full IP Services license.

Construction Features

• 48 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE ports providing up to 30W per port for powered devices
• Two fixed 10GBASE-X SFP+ uplink ports for high-bandwidth aggregation or stacking connections
• Modular power supply and fan tray design for field-replaceable components and serviceability
• Rack-mountable 1RU metal chassis suitable for standard 19-inch equipment racks
• Built-in stacking capability via 10G uplinks for scalable, unified management of multiple units
• Integrated Cisco StackWise-160 technology for resilient, high-speed stacking architecture

Technical Parameters

• Model: WS-C3650-48PD-S
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+
• Uplinks: 2 x 10GBASE-X SFP+
• PoE Budget: 435W
• Forwarding Rate: 100 Mpps
• Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
• Software Feature Set: IP Base (LAN Base upgradeable)

Standards & Certification

The switch complies with IEEE 802.3at (PoE+), IEEE 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet), and IEEE 802.1D/w/s bridging and spanning tree standards. It holds safety and EMC certifications including UL, CE, FCC, and VCCI, ensuring reliable operation in enterprise environments. The device is fully certified for use in Cisco unified communications and wireless controller deployments.