Cisco Catalyst 3650-48TD-S Switch – 48-Port Gigabit

Usage Area

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48TD-S is a fixed-configuration enterprise access switch designed for deployment in campus LANs, branch offices, and medium-to-large enterprise wiring closets. It provides high-density 10/100/1000 connectivity for end-user devices, IP phones, and wireless access points. The switch supports stacking and 10G uplinks, enabling scalable aggregation for core network integration. It is suitable for environments requiring robust Layer 2/Layer 3 IP Base feature sets for policy-based networking and QoS.

Construction Features

• 48 fixed 10/100/1000 data ports (non-PoE) for high-density access connectivity.
• 2 built-in 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-bandwidth upstream links.
• Modular power supply and fan tray for field-replaceable serviceability.
• 1U rack-mountable metal chassis designed for standard 19-inch racks.
• Integrated stacking ports (via optional modules) for scalable unified management.
• Front-panel LEDs for port status and system diagnostics.

Technical Parameters

• Model: WS-C3650-48TD-S
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 BASE-T (data only)
• Uplinks: 2 x 10G SFP+
• Software License: IP Base
• Forwarding Rate: up to 104.16 Mpps
• Switching Capacity: up to 176 Gbps
• Dimensions (HxWxD): 1.73 x 17.5 x 18.3 in (44 x 445 x 465 mm)

Standards & Certification

The switch complies with IEEE 802.3 (Ethernet), IEEE 802.3ab (1000BASE-T), and IEEE 802.3ae (10GBASE) standards for network interoperability. It carries safety and EMC certifications (UL, CE, FCC) required for enterprise IT equipment. The IP Base license ensures compliance with Cisco software feature set requirements for routing and security protocols.