| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Brand Name | Cisco |
| Product Line | Catalyst |
| Product Series | 9300 |
| Product Model | C9300-48U |
| Product Name | Catalyst 9300 48-port UPOE, Network Essentials |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9300-48U-E |
| UPC | 889728035729 |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable - 1U |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Modular | No |
| Weight (Approximate) | 7.72 lbs (3.5 kg) |
| Power Source | Power Supply |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No |
| Power Supply Type | AC Power |
| Power Consumption (Maximum) | 715W (with all ports using UPOE) |
Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port UPOE Switch, Network Essentials
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- - 48 x Gigabit Ethernet UPOE ports for high-density device support
- - Supports Cisco Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) architecture
- - Powered by Cisco UADP 2.0 with x86 CPU for application hosting and automation
- - Enables StackWise Virtual and StackPower for high-availability and extendable power architecture
- - Fully managed Layer 2 switch with Gigabit Ethernet and twisted pair media
- - Network Essentials feature set included for scalable enterprise deployments
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- Delivers exceptional flexibility and uptime with StackWise Virtual and StackPower integration for resilient, fault-tolerant operations.
- Future-ready architecture powered by UADP 2.0 and x86 CPU allows for native third-party app hosting and scalable programmability.
- Network Essentials licensing ensures enterprise-grade capabilities, optimized for fast-growing IoT and wireless ecosystems.
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port UPOE Switch with Network Essentials (C9300-48U-E) is a high-performance, stackable Ethernet switch designed to address the networking demands of modern enterprises. It delivers robust security, UPOE support, and SD-Access readiness. Built on the UADP 2.0 architecture with an x86 CPU platform, it supports advanced automation, third-party container hosting, and programmability with Cisco IOS XE. With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and nonstop forwarding via StackWise Virtual, it provides resilient, high-density deployment for IoT, cloud-readiness, and wireless integration.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Height | 1.73" (43.94 mm) |
| Width | 17.50" (444.50 mm) |
| Depth | 17.50" (444.50 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 113°F (0°C to 45°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Heat Dissipation | 2,282 BTU/hr |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Software License Included | Network Essentials |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Cloud Management | Supported via Cisco DNA Center |
| Programmability | Support for Python, NETCONF/RESTCONF, streaming telemetry, and Ansible |
| Virtual Stacking Support | Cisco StackWise Virtual |
Interfaces
| Total Number of Network Ports | 48 |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x Gigabit Ethernet Network |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network Technology | 10/100/1000Base-T |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair |
| Stack Port | Yes |
| Uplink Port | Yes |
| Uplink Module Options | Modular uplink slot supports 4 x 1G, 4 x 10G, or 2 x 40G |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 480 Gbps |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Brazil / China / Mexico / United States |
| TAA Compliance | Yes |
| Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, VCCI, FCC Part 15 Class A |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
| MACsec Encryption | Yes (Hardware-based 256-bit) |
| TrustSec | Yes |
| 802.1X Authentication | Yes |
| DHCP Snooping | Yes |
| Dynamic ARP Inspection | Yes |
| IP Source Guard | Yes |
| Private VLAN | Yes |
| Port Security | Yes |
| Control Plane Policing (CoPP) | Yes |
| Advanced Threat Protection Integration | Yes (via Cisco Talos/Cisco Threat Defense) |
