Cisco Catalyst 4500 48-Port 100BASE-FX MMF Switching Module

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: WS-X4148-FX-MT=
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  • - 48 x MT-RJ 100Base-FX ports for high-density Fast Ethernet over multimode fiber
  • - Supports data transfer rates up to 100 Mbps per port
  • - Compatible with Catalyst 4503, 4506, and 4507R chassis
  • - Operates over multimode optical fiber, supporting distances up to 2 km
  • - Compact design with dimensions: 1.75" H x 14.40" W x 10.50" D
  • - TAA-compliant and includes a 90-day limited warranty

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Key Benefits

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  • Enables scalable fiber-based networking with up to 240 Fast Ethernet ports per system.
  • Optimized for long-distance (up to 2 km) multimode fiber deployments in large networks.
  • Fully compatible with multiple Cisco Catalyst chassis models for flexible integration.

Product Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series 48-Port 100BASE-FX Line Card (Model: WS-X4148-FX-MT=) provides high-density fiber connectivity using multimode optical fiber, supporting up to 48 MT-RJ ports per module. Its design enables 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet operation for point-to-point connections over distances up to 2 km. Compatible with Catalyst 4503/4506/4507R chassis, it allows for deployment of up to 240 fiber ports in a single system, making it ideal for scalable access and distribution layers. The module meets IEEE 802.3 standards, is TAA-compliant, and comes with a 90-day limited warranty. Compact and lightweight, it integrates easily into rack-based infrastructures, offering cost-effective, long-distance fiber connectivity.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Switching Module
Brand Name Cisco
Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
Product Name Catalyst 4000 Series 48-Port 100BASE-FX Line Card
Manufacturer Part Number WS-X4148-FX-MT=
Form Factor Plug-in module
Weight (Approximate) 2.18 lbs
Shipping Weight (Approximate) 3.70 lbs
Power Requirements Up to 40W (estimated based on platform module)
Marketing Information High-density 48-port 100BASE-FX Fast Ethernet switching module for Catalyst 4500 series chassis, using MT-RJ connectors and supporting multimode fiber.

Physical & Environmental

Height 1.75" (44.45 mm)
Width 14.40" (365.76 mm)
Depth 10.50" (266.70 mm)
Operating Distance (Max) 2 km over multimode fiber

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Interface Chassis-managed via Catalyst 4500 Supervisor Engine
Licensing Required No additional licensing for module itself

Compatibility

Compatible Chassis Cisco Catalyst 4503, 4506, 4507R
Maximum Supported Ports per Chassis 240 ports (in Catalyst 4506 and 4507R chassis)

Interfaces

Port Count 48
Connector Type MT-RJ
Ethernet Technology Fast Ethernet
Network Technology 100Base-FX
Media Type Supported Optical Fiber
Fiber Mode Supported Multi-mode
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 100 Mbps
Interfaces/Ports Details 48 x MT-RJ 100Base-FX LAN
Application/Usage Switching Network

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin United States
TAA Compliance Yes
Compliance Standards IEEE 802.3 100BASE-FX

Advanced Security Features

Security Features Inherited from Catalyst 4500 Supervisor Engine (e.g., ACLs, port security, 802.1x, DHCP snooping)

Warranty

Limited Warranty 90-day limited warranty