C9300-48U-E - Cisco Switch Catalyst 9300
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Catalyst 9300 48-port UPOE, Network Essentials C9300-48U-E
Overview
C9300-48U-E Overview
Cisco Catalyst C9300-48U-E, Managed, L2/L3, Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000), Full duplex, Rack mounting
The Cisco® Catalyst® 9300 Series Switches are Cisco’s lead stackable enterprise switching platform built for security, IoT, mobility, and cloud. C9300-48U-E is 48-port UPOE, Network Essentials Switch of 9300 series. Catalyst 9300 Series are the next generation of the industry’s most widely deployed switching platform. At 480 Gbps, they are the industry’s highest-density stacking bandwidth solution with the most flexible uplink architecture. The Catalyst 9300 Series is the first optimized platform for high-density 802.11ac Wave2. It sets new maximums for network scale. These switches are also ready for the future, with an x86 CPU architecture and more memory, enabling them to host containers and run third-party applications and scripts natively within the switch.
Quick Spec
Product Code | C9300-48U-E |
Product Description | Catalyst 9300 48-port UPOE, Network Essentials |
Total 10/100/1000 or Multigigabit copper ports | 48 Cisco UPOE |
Default AC power supply | 1100W AC |
Available PoE power | 822W |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 17.5 Inches |
Weight | 16.33 Pounds |
The Accessories
C9300-48U-E.
Product number | Description |
C9300-NM-4G | 9300 Series 4x 1G Network Module |
C9300-NM-4G= | Catalyst 9300 4 x 1GE Network Module, spare |
C9300-NM-8X | 9300 Series 8x 10G Network Module |
C9300-NM-8X= | Catalyst 9300 8 x 10GE Network Module, spare |
C9300-NM-2Q | 9300 Series 2x 40G Network Module |
C9300-NM-2Q= | Catalyst 9300 2 x 40GE Network Module, spare |
C9300-NM-4M | 9300 Series 4x Multigigabit Network Module |
C9300-NM-4M= | Catalyst 9300 4 x MGig Network Module, spare |
Compare to Similar Items
Product Code | C9300-48U-E | C9300-24P-A |
Product Description | Catalyst 9300 48-port UPOE, Network Essentials | Catalyst 9300 24-port PoE+, Network Advantage |
Total 10/100/1000 or Multigigabit copper ports | 48 Cisco UPOE | 24 POE+ |
Default AC power supply | 1100W AC | 715W AC |
Available PoE power | 822W | 445W |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 17.5 Inches | 1.73 x 17.5 x 17.5 Inches |
Weight | 16.33 Pounds | 16.33 Pounds |
Catalyst 9300 48-port UPOE, Network Advantage
- Managed L2/L3
- Quality of Service (QoS) support
- Basic switching RJ-45 Ethernet ports quantity: 48
- MAC address table: 32000 entries Switching capacity: 580 Gbit/s
- Access Control List (ACL)
- Rack mounting
Summary Description
Cisco Catalyst C9300-48U-A, Managed, L2/L3, Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000), Full duplex, Rack mounting
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Specification
C9300-48U-E Specification
C9300-48U-E Specification | |
Part Number | C9300-48U-E |
Product Description | Catalyst 9300 48-port UPOE, Network Essentials |
Total 10/100/1000 or Multigigabit copper ports | 48 Cisco UPOE |
Default AC power supply | 1100W AC |
Available PoE power | 822W |
Cisco StackWise-480 | Yes |
Cisco StackPower | Yes |
Default power supply | PWR-C1-1100WAC-P/2 |
Switching capacity | 256 Gbps on 48-port Gigabit Ethernet model |
Stacking bandwidth | 480 Gbps |
Total number of MAC addresses | 32,000 |
Total number of IPv4 routes (ARP plus learned routes) | 32,000 (24,000 direct routes and 8000 indirect routes) |
IPv4 routing entries | 32,000 |
IPv6 routing entries | 16,000 |
Multicast routing scale | 8000 |
QoS scale entries | 5120 |
ACL scale entries | 5120 |
Packet buffer per SKU | 16 MB buffer for 24- or 48-port Gigabit Ethernet models |
FNF entries | 64,000 flow on 24- and 48-port Gigabit Ethernet models |
DRAM | 8 GB |
Flash | 16 GB |
VLAN IDs | 4000 |
Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 2000 |
Jumbo frames | 9198 bytes |
Total routed ports per 9300 Series stack | 208 |
Wireless bandwidth per switch | Up to 96 Gbps on 48-port Gigabit Ethernet model |
Forwarding rate | 154.76 Mpps |
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 17.5 Inches |
Weight | 16.33 Pounds |
Mean time between failures (hours) | 299,000 |
Safety certifications | ● UL 60950-1 ● CAN/CSA-C222.2 No. 60950-1 ● EN 60950-1 ● IEC 60950-1 ● AS/NZS 60950.1 ● IEEE 802.3 |
Electromagnetic emissions certifications | ● 47 CFR Part 15 ● CISPR22 Class A ● EN 300 386 V1.6.1 ● EN 55022 Class A ● EN 55032 Class A ● CISPR 32 Class A ● EN61000-3-2 ● EN61000-3-3 ● ICES-003 Class A ● TCVN 7189 Class A ● V-3 Class A ● CISPR24 ● EN 300 386 ● EN55024 ● TCVN 7317 |
Environmental | Reduction of Hazardous Substances (ROHS) 5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What power capabilities does the Cisco C9300-48U-E offer for connected endpoints? +
The C9300-48U-E features 48 ports of Universal Power over Ethernet (UPOE), delivering up to 60W per port. This capacity is ideal for powering high-draw devices like advanced Wi-Fi 6 access points, PTZ cameras, and desktop VDI endpoints directly through the switch, simplifying your cable management and power infrastructure requirements.
Does the C9300-48U-E support hardware stacking for increased density? +
Yes, this model supports Cisco StackWise technology, allowing you to stack up to eight switches in a single logical unit. This provides a unified control plane and high-speed backplane connectivity, enabling your network to scale seamlessly as port density requirements grow without increasing management overhead.
Which software license tier is included with the C9300-48U-E? +
This specific unit comes with the Network Essentials license. It provides foundational Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing capabilities, including OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP, which are sufficient for most standard enterprise access layer deployments. It establishes a robust baseline for wired and wireless network management.
Is the C9300-48U-E suitable for mission-critical enterprise environments? +
Absolutely. The Catalyst 9300 series is designed for high availability, featuring redundant power supplies and field-replaceable fan modules. Its architecture ensures continuous uptime and hardware-level resiliency, making it a reliable backbone component for demanding enterprise environments that require 24/7 connectivity.
What is the primary use case for the Catalyst 9300 UPOE model? +
The 48-port UPOE model is optimized for digital building deployments and smart office environments. By providing significant power overhead, it ensures stable operation for IoT sensors, smart lighting, and high-performance access points that require more than standard PoE+ power levels.
Can the C9300-48U-E function as a Layer 3 core or distribution switch? +
While primarily positioned as an access switch, the C9300-48U-E offers robust Layer 3 routing capabilities. It handles static, dynamic, and policy-based routing effectively, allowing it to act as an efficient distribution or small-site core switch when paired with the appropriate high-speed uplink modules.
What are the uplink options for the C9300-48U-E? +
The C9300-48U-E supports field-replaceable network modules for its uplinks. You can choose from various options, including 1G, 10G, 25G, and 40G interfaces. This flexibility allows you to customize the uplink capacity to match your specific backbone bandwidth requirements and fiber infrastructure.
How do I manage the C9300-48U-E within my network infrastructure? +
Management is handled through the intuitive Cisco DNA Center, CLI, or the web-based UI. It supports extensive programmability via NETCONF, RESTCONF, and YANG models, enabling seamless integration with automated network management tools and SDN controllers to streamline configuration and monitoring tasks.
How can I request a bulk quote for multiple C9300-48U-E units? +
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