Cisco Catalyst C9300-48U-A 48-Port Gigabit UPOE Layer 3 Managed Switch with Modular Uplink

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Cisco Catalyst C9300-48U-A

High-Power UPOE Switching for Enterprise Networks

The Cisco Catalyst C9300-48U-A is an enterprise-class Layer 3 managed switch designed for organizations that require high-density Gigabit connectivity, advanced UPOE power delivery, secure networking, and scalable infrastructure. It provides 48 × 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet UPOE ports, allowing compatible devices to receive both network connectivity and power through Ethernet cabling.

Powered by Cisco IOS XE and equipped with the Network Advantage license, the C9300-48U-A supports advanced Layer 3 routing, network segmentation, automation, security, and intelligent network management. Its modular uplink design provides flexibility for connecting access networks to aggregation and core infrastructure.

High-Performance Enterprise Switching

The C9300-48U-A delivers up to 208 Gbps switching capacity and 154.76 Mpps forwarding performance. This high-performance architecture helps support cloud applications, video conferencing, unified communications, wireless networking, surveillance, virtualization, and other business-critical workloads.

High-Power UPOE Connectivity

The UPOE-enabled Gigabit Ethernet ports allow compatible network devices to receive data connectivity and electrical power through the same Ethernet connection. This helps simplify deployments of wireless access points, advanced IP phones, PTZ cameras, IoT devices, digital signage, thin clients, and smart-building equipment.

Flexible Modular Uplink Architecture

The modular uplink slot enables flexible connectivity to aggregation and core network layers. Organizations can select compatible uplink modules according to bandwidth, topology, and deployment requirements, providing a scalable approach to network expansion.

Reliable Enterprise Deployment

Built for demanding enterprise environments, the C9300-48U-A combines high-density Gigabit UPOE connectivity, advanced Layer 3 capabilities, modular uplinks, stacking, security, and intelligent management. It is designed to provide a dependable access-layer platform for organizations with large numbers of connected and powered devices.

Future-Ready Enterprise Networking

Combining 48 Gigabit UPOE ports, modular uplink expansion, Network Advantage, Cisco IOS XE, advanced Layer 3 routing, StackWise-480, StackPower, and enterprise security, the Cisco Catalyst C9300-48U-A provides a scalable foundation for modern digital infrastructure. It is particularly suitable for organizations deploying high-power network endpoints while requiring centralized management, strong security, and future expansion capabilities.

Ideal Applications

Enterprise Campuses • Corporate Offices • Branch Offices • Wireless Access Points • IP Telephony • PTZ CCTV Cameras • IoT Networks • Digital Signage • Smart Buildings • Education • Healthcare • Government • Retail • Hospitality • Manufacturing