Name: C9300-48P-A Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series 48 x Ports PoE+ 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed 1U Rack-mountable Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
Brand: Cisco
SKU: C9300-48P-A
Price: 999.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (125 reviews)

Product Overview
The C9300‑48P‑A Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switch features 48 PoE+ Gigabit ports, modular uplink flexibility, StackWise‑480 scalability, and robust Layer 2/3 capabilities, making it an ideal enterprise-grade solution for secure, high-performance access layer networking.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	C9300-48P-A
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T, RJ-45
Port Speed	1 Gbps
POE Support	PoE+
Switching Capacity	256 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	190.48 Mpps
DRAM	8 GB
Flash Memory	16 GB
Max VLANs Supported	Supports up to 4,094 VLANs
Stackable	Yes
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ‑45 data, console (RJ‑45/USB), uplink module

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9198 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	32,000 Entries

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	RIP, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, VRRP
Remote Protocols	CLI, Cisco DNA Center, Meraki Dashboard option, WebUI, API
Security Features	ACLs, MACsec, 802.1X, SSH, SNMPv3, Trust Anchor, Secure Boot

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.73″ × 17.5″ × 17.5″
Weight	17.00

Product Description
The C9300‑48P‑A Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switch is a high-performance Layer 2/3 enterprise-class access switch designed to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient network connectivity. It offers powerful hardware forwarding and modular uplink flexibility, making it ideal for evolving access networks. Key Features 48-port 1 GbE PoE+ with 437 W PoE budget and 715 W default PSU Modular uplink slot supporting multiple uplink options Advanced routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and IPsec StackWise-480 technology enables up to 8-member stacking Integrated security with MACsec, Trust Anchor, and Secure Boot Designed for dense access deployments, this switch fits perfectly in campus, branch, and enterprise LAN environments. With extensive VLAN support, built-in redundancy, and Cisco DNA readiness, it's a future-ready backbone for modern networks.

Use Cases
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series 48 Port PoE+ switch is predominantly deployed in enterprise access layer environments where high port density and power over Ethernet are crucial. It is well-suited for organizations requiring reliable connectivity for a diverse range of devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras within medium to large campus networks. How It's Used: Enterprise IT campuses deploying converged voice, video, and data traffic across multiple floors using PoE-powered devices. Branch offices requiring scalable stacking capabilities to simplify network management and improve resiliency. Data centers implementing top-of-rack switches for edge computing with integrated power for connected devices. Educational institutions supporting dense device connectivity in classrooms and lecture halls while maintaining network segmentation. Healthcare facilities connecting critical medical equipment with reliable power and secure Layer 3 routing. Retail chains deploying centralized network infrastructure that supports point-of-sale systems and IP surveillance cameras. This switch enhances operational efficiency by consolidating power and data infrastructure through PoE+ ports and stackable architecture. Its modular uplink and Layer 3 routing features allow organizations to scale their networks and manage traffic effectively, supporting evolving workloads and diverse device ecosystems.