Description

The Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P-E is a high-performance, stackable Layer 3 managed switch designed for enterprise networks requiring advanced features, scalability, and high-speed connectivity. Part of the Catalyst 9300 Series, it offers robust security, automation, and operational efficiency.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Ports:

  • 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+)

  • 4 x 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports

• Power Supply: PWR-C1-715WAC-P (Default)

• Power Redundancy: Optional, with support for a second power supply

• Switching Capacity: 256 Gbps

• Forwarding Rate: 190.47 Mpps

• Stacking Bandwidth: 480 Gbps

• Stacking Support: Up to 8 members with StackWise-480 technology

• Memory:

  • DRAM: 8 GB

  • Flash: 16 GB

• Routing Protocols Supported: OSPF, IS-IS, RIP, IGMP, VRRP, PIM-SM, OSPFv3, PIM-SSM, RIPng

• Management Protocols: SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, CLI, NETCONF, RESTCONF

• Environmental:

  • Operating Temperature: -5°C to +45°C (up to 5,000 ft), -5°C to +40°C (up to 10,000 ft)

  • Humidity: 5% to 90% (non-condensing)

• Certifications: UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEEE 802.3

🛠️ Features & Capabilities

• Stacking: Supports Cisco StackWise-480 technology for high-bandwidth, resilient stacking.

• Power Redundancy: Optional dual hot-pluggable power supplies for enhanced reliability.

• Security: Features like 802.1x authentication, Control Plane Policing (CoPP), and Private VLANs.

• Quality of Service (QoS): Advanced QoS features to prioritize critical traffic.

• Automation: Supports Cisco DNA Center for network automation and assurance.

• Management: Integrated Wireshark for packet analysis and troubleshooting.

📦 Form Factor & Dimensions

• Enclosure: Rack-mountable 1U

• Dimensions: 1.73″ x 17.5″ x 17.5″ (4.4 cm x 44.5 cm x 44.5 cm)

• Weight: Approximately 16.33 lbs (7.4 kg)

🔄 Compatibility & Use Cases

The C9300-48P-E is ideal for high-density environments requiring 1G uplink capabilities. It’s suitable for modern enterprise networks, supporting applications like high-definition video conferencing, large-scale wireless deployments, and data center connectivity. Its modular uplink options provide flexibility for future network expansions.