WS-C3650-48FQ-E Cisco WS-C3650-48FQ-E 48 port layer 3 switch

Cisco WS-C3650-48FQ-E - Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch with 4x10G Uplinks (IP Services)

The Cisco WS-C3650-48FQ-E is a high-performance, stackable Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for enterprise-class wired and wireless convergence. With 48 PoE+ ports, four 10G uplinks, and advanced IP Services licensing, it delivers scalable connectivity, robust security, and advanced routing for modern business networks.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Ports: 48x Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports with PoE+ support
• Uplinks: 4x 10G SFP+ uplink ports
• Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 130.95 Mpps
• PoE+ Budget: 775W across 48 ports
• Stacking: Supports Cisco StackWise-160 technology (up to 9 switches, 160 Gbps stack bandwidth)
• Memory: 4 GB RAM, 2 GB Flash
• VLAN Support: Up to 4094 VLAN IDs
• Layer Features: Advanced Layer 2 switching, full Layer 3 routing with IP Services (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, PBR)
• Security: Port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, ACLs, TrustSec
• Dimensions: 1.73 x 17.5 x 11.625 in (1RU rack-mountable)
• Weight: Approx. 17.20 lb
• Power Supply: Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies supported
• Reliability: Hot-swappable uplink modules, StackWise resiliency, redundant fans

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise LAN access with large numbers of PoE+ powered devices (IP phones, cameras, wireless APs)
• Distribution or core layer deployments requiring high-performance 10G uplinks
• Advanced Layer 3 routing with IP Services for complex enterprise networks
• Unified wired and wireless management with integrated controller functionality

⚙️ Licensing & Expansion
The WS-C3650-48FQ-E runs Cisco IOS XE software with IP Services, enabling advanced Layer 3 routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP) and policy-based routing. Expansion is enabled through four 10G uplinks and StackWise-160 technology, allowing seamless scalability and simplified administration.