Cisco Catalyst 3850-48P-S Switch – 48-Port PoE+ Gigabit

Equipment Overview

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48P-S is a stackable enterprise access switch from the Catalyst 3850 series, equipped with 48 Power over Ethernet (PoE) ports. Designed for local area network (LAN) deployment, this switch provides integrated wired and wireless services, enabling unified policy enforcement and simplified network management. It operates with the IP Base software feature set, making it suitable for medium-to-large enterprise access layer deployments requiring reliable PoE delivery to endpoints.

Main Parameters

• Model: WS-C3850-48P-S
• Brand: Cisco
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE ports
• Software Feature Set: IP Base
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 3850
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable stackable switch
• PoE Support: Yes (Power over Ethernet)

Key Advantages

This model is selected for enterprise projects due to its full PoE capability across all 48 ports, supporting powered devices such as IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points without additional power injectors. The Catalyst 3850 platform offers superior stacking performance and integrated security features, simplifying deployment and reducing operational complexity. Its IP Base license provides a balanced set of Layer 3 routing and QoS features, making it a cost-effective access layer choice for large-scale networks.

Compatibility & Integration

The WS-C3850-48P-S supports standard Ethernet IEEE 802.3 protocols and is compatible with Cisco Unified Communications and wireless controllers within the Catalyst 3850 ecosystem. It integrates with existing Cisco DNA and SD-Access architectures, ensuring seamless operation within heterogeneous enterprise LAN environments. The switch adheres to industry-standard PoE (802.3af/at) for broad device compatibility.