Cisco WS-C3750X-48P-S - Catalyst 3750X 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch (IP Base)
The Cisco WS-C3750X-48P-S is a stackable enterprise-class switch from the Catalyst 3750X Series, designed for secure, scalable, and resilient LAN access. Featuring 48 Gigabit PoE+ ports and IP Base licensing, it delivers high-performance connectivity, robust security, and enhanced Layer 3 routing for enterprise networks supporting IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
🔧 Key Specifications
- Ports: 48x Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports with IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ support
- Uplinks: Modular network uplink option (supports 10G modules)
- Switching Capacity: 160 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: 101.2 Mpps
- Stacking: Cisco StackWise Plus technology (up to 9 switches, 64 Gbps stack bandwidth)
- Memory: 256 MB RAM, 64 MB Flash
- VLAN Support: Up to 4094 VLAN IDs
- Layer Features: Advanced Layer 2 switching, enhanced Layer 3 routing (IP Base: static routing, RIP, limited OSPF)
- Security: Port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, ACLs, TrustSec
- Dimensions: 1.75 x 17.5 x 18.0 in (1RU rack-mountable)
- Weight: Approx. 16.5 lb
- Power Supply: Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies supported
- Reliability: StackWise Plus resiliency, redundant fans, field-replaceable network modules
🧩 Ideal Use Cases
- Enterprise LAN access with large numbers of PoE-powered devices (IP phones, cameras, wireless APs)
- Branch or campus deployments requiring secure and scalable connectivity
- Unified wired and wireless management with integrated controller functionality
- Secure VLAN segmentation and access control with enhanced Layer 3 routing
⚙️ Licensing & Expansion
The WS-C3750X-48P-S runs Cisco IOS XE software with IP Base features, supporting Layer 2 switching and enhanced Layer 3 routing (static routing, RIP, limited OSPF). Expansion is enabled through modular uplink options and StackWise Plus technology, allowing seamless scalability and simplified administration.
