Name: WS-C3850-48T-E Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series C3850-48T 48 x Ports 1000Base-T 1U Rack-mountable Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch
Brand: Cisco
SKU: WS-C3850-48T-E
Price: 227.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The WS‑C3850‑48T‑E Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Layer 3 Switch delivers enterprise-grade performance with stackable architecture, flexible uplink options, and comprehensive IOS‑XE routing features, making it a solid fit for high-density access environments.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	WS-C3850-48T-E
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Type	Stackable Switch
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Number of Ports	48-Ports
Port Type	10/100/1000Base-T
Port Speed	1 Gbps
POE Support	No
Switching Capacity	176 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	130.95 Mpps
DRAM	4 GB
Flash Memory	2 GB
Max VLANs Supported	Supports up to 4,000 VLAN IDs
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ‑45 ports, RJ‑45 console, RJ‑45 management, USB console

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

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VRRP
Remote Protocols	Cisco IOS‑XE CLI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, NetFlow, RESTCONF, WebUI
Security Features	ACLs, 802.1X, RADIUS/TACACS+, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, Cisco TrustSec

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	44.5 mm × 444.5 mm × 449.6 mm
Weight	17.00

Product Description
The WS‑C3850‑48T‑E is a Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series stackable Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise access networks requiring scalable and secure data switching with advanced management features. Key Features 48 RJ‑45 ports with 1 Gbps per-port throughput Supports uplinks via modular slot (1G/10G options) 4 GB DRAM and 2 GB flash memory for IOS‑XE operations Dual PSU capable with redundant hot-swappable fans Advanced Layer 2/3 features including OSPF, BGP, and VRRP Ideal for enterprise campus access layers, this switch integrates seamlessly into existing networks, enabling high-speed connectivity, enhanced security, and simplified remote management in rack-mounted deployments.

Use Cases
The Cisco Catalyst 3850-48T-E is designed for enterprise access layers where high-density gigabit connectivity and advanced routing capabilities are essential. It serves organizations that require resilient network stacking and efficient traffic management across medium to large campus environments or branch offices. How It's Used: Deploying in enterprise campus networks to provide consolidated access with seamless Layer 3 routing for diverse user groups. Supporting medium-sized data centers requiring reliable gigabit access and dynamic IPv4/IPv6 route management. Implementing resilient network stacks in large branch offices that demand high throughput and simplified management. Enabling edge computing environments where flexible uplink options and low latency switching are critical. Facilitating network segmentation and security zones in multi-tenant office buildings through stackable Layer 3 switching. This switch supports operational efficiency by allowing complex routing alongside scalable stacking features, enabling IT teams to adapt network topology dynamically. Its robust performance and flexible deployment options help maintain consistent throughput and network resilience in evolving infrastructure scenarios.