The Cisco Catalyst 9300L-48P-4X-E is a high-performance 48-port managed PoE+ network switch built for enterprise-level deployments. Designed to support the growing demands of digital transformation, this switch excels in performance, reliability, and scalability, making it an industry favorite among IT professionals.
Key Features & Technical Specs:
- Ports (Type): 48 × Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and 4 × 10G SFP+ uplink ports
- PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and 802.3at (PoE+)
- PoE+ (802.3at) delivers up to 30W per port and is backward compatible with PoE (15.4W)
- PoE Power Budget: 740W total
- Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: 130.95 Mpps
- Managed: Yes, via Cisco DNA Center or CLI (command-line interface)
- Advanced Features:
- VLAN support: Allows segmentation of network traffic for enhanced security and performance.
- QoS (Quality of Service): Prioritizes traffic to ensure the performance of critical applications.
- Stacking: Supports Cisco StackWise-480 technology for up to 9 switches in a stack.
- Security: 802.1X, MACsec, DHCP snooping, and more.
Power and Interface:
- Power Interface Type: Internal dual redundant power supply (modular)
- Power Connector Type: IEC C13 to NEMA 5-15P
- Power Cable Length: Approximately 6 ft
Design and User Experience (UX):
- Chassis Material: Sturdy metal, rack-mountable (1RU)
- Cooling: Dual internal fans with intelligent temperature control
- Color: Standard Cisco gray
- Dimensions: 17.5 × 17.5 × 1.73 in
- Weight: Approximately 16.8 lbs
Ideal Use Case:
The Catalyst 9300L-48P-4X-E is ideal for medium to large enterprise networks, including office buildings, data centers, and educational institutions. It supports a wide range of devices such as VoIP phones, wireless access points, IP cameras, and desktops requiring consistent high-speed performance and power.
What We Like:
- Extremely robust PoE+ budget (740W) to power dense device environments
- Advanced security, automation, and segmentation features with Cisco DNA support
- High stacking bandwidth with StackWise-480
- Flexible uplink options (10G SFP+)
What We Don’t Like:
- Higher price point compared to SMB-targeted switches
- Configuration may be complex for beginners without Cisco experience
