Cisco WSC3850-48XS-S Switch
Secure your network backbone with the Cisco WS‑C3850‑48XS‑S Switch:
Product Type: Layer 3 Managed Switch
Brand: Cisco Catalyst
Model: WS‑C3850‑48XS‑S
Ports: 48 × 1/10 GbE SFP+ + 4 × 40 GbE QSFP+ uplinks
Switching Capacity: 1,280 Gbps
Forwarding Rate: ~909 Mpps
RAM/Flash: 8 GB each
Stacking: Up to 9 units via StackWise‑480 (480 Gbps)
Form Factor: 1U Rackmount with front-to-back airflow and 750 W AC PSU
Designed for data center cores or aggregation layers, this high-performance switch delivers ultra-fast fiber connectivity, robust Layer 3 routing, and enterprise-grade scalability.
Description
Cisco C1-WSC3850-48XS-S Switch – Overview
Description:
The Cisco WSC3850-48XS-S Switch is a powerful enterprise-class switch from the Cisco ONE Catalyst 3850 Series. With 48 10G SFP+ ports and 4 40G QSFP+ uplinks, it delivers outstanding performance, advanced Layer 3 features, and flexible stacking capabilities. Designed for high-density networking, this switch supports up to 1280 Gbps switching capacity, making it ideal for data-intensive environments. It’s built to support scalability, security, and future-proofing your enterprise network with the latest in Cisco technology.
Key Features:
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48 x 10G SFP+ Ports + 4 x 40G QSFP+ Uplinks
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High-performance Switching: 1280 Gbps switching capacity
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Cisco StackWise-480 and StackPower Technology
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Advanced Layer 3 Routing Protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, RIP, IS-IS, etc.
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Secure Management: SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+, SNMPv3
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Extensive QoS, ACL, VRF-Lite, Flexible NetFlow support
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1RU Rack-mountable Design with Redundant Power Support
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Software: Cisco IOS IP Base
Cisco C1-WSC3850-48XS-S Switch – Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Device Type | Managed L3 Stackable Switch |
| Ports | 48 x 10G SFP+ |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x 40G QSFP+ |
| Enclosure | 1U Rack-mountable / Desktop |
| Performance | 1280 Gbps switching capacity |
| Routing Capacity | 24,000 IPv4 routes |
| NetFlow Entries | 96,000 |
| MAC Address Table | 32,000 entries |
| VLANs Supported | 4000 VLANs / 1000 SVIs |
| Jumbo Frame Support | Up to 9198 bytes |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, BGP, RIP, EIGRP, IS-IS, IGMP, PIM, VRF-Lite, etc. |
| Management Interfaces | USB Type A, Mini-USB, RJ-45 Console, RJ-45 Management |
| Remote Management | SNMP v1/2c/3, CLI, Telnet, SSH, RMON, TFTP |
| Authentication | Kerberos, SSH, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
| Key Features | ACL, QoS, UDLD, MSTP, VTP, LACP, Energy Efficient Ethernet, Flexible NetFlow, BPDU Guard, etc. |
| Power Supply | 750W Internal Power Supply (1 installed, 2 max) |
| Power Redundancy | Optional, 1+1 Redundancy |
| MTBF | 286,900 hours |
| Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.x, FCC, UL, CE, RoHS, etc. |
| Software | Cisco IOS IP Base |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.5 x 20.1 x 1.8 inches |
| Weight | 16.42 lbs |












