| Type | Line Card |
| Form Factor | Plug-In Module |
| Chassis Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series |
| Power over Ethernet (PoE) | PoE+ |
| Maximum PoE Power Budget per Port | 30W |
| Aggregate Power Budget (Card Level) | 1800W (with Dual 90W Redundant Power Supplies) |
| Hardware Redundancy | Supported via Dual Supervisors in Catalyst 9400 Chassis |
| Weight | 3.56 kg (7.84 lbs) |
| Power Requirements | Supplied through Catalyst 9400 Chassis Power Modules |
Cisco Catalyst 9400 48-Port POE+ RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet Line Card

Key Benefits
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- Ideal for enterprise environments requiring 48-port scalable access with POE+ support.
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for government and public sector deployments.
- Plug-in form factor enables cost-effective modular network expansion within existing Catalyst 9400 systems.
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9400 Series 48-Port POE+ Line Card (C9400-LC-48P++=) is a plug-in module designed for expansion within the Catalyst 9400 chassis. It supports 48 RJ-45 ports delivering Gigabit Ethernet speeds (10/100/1000 Mbps) and POE+ power capabilities. Ideal for enterprise access networks, this TAA-compliant unit supports critical infrastructure devices while maintaining consistent high-speed performance. Manufactured in Mexico, it meets regional compliance standards and is optimized for scalable network environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
| Wireless Support | No |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Mexico |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Part 15 Class A |
| ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
| MACsec Encryption | 128-bit and 256-bit |
| Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Yes |
| Secure Boot and Runtime Defenses | Yes |
| Trustworthy Solutions | Yes (Cisco Trust Anchor, Secure Boot, Run-time defenses) |
| Device Authentication | IEEE 802.1X, MAB, WebAuth |
Interfaces
| Total Ports | 48 |
| Port Type | 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 |
| Data Transfer Rate per Port | 1 Gbps |
| Interface Medium | Copper |
| Backplane Bandwidth | 480 Gbps per Slot |
| Non-Blocking Architecture | Yes |
| Forwarding Bandwidth | 240 Gbps per Slot |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 480 Gbps Full Duplex |
Physical & Environmental
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 14.4 x 16.6 in (4.39 x 36.57 x 42.16 cm) |
| Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| MTBF | 368,130 hours |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Management Interface | Cisco IOS XE via Catalyst 9400 Supervisor |
| Supported Software | Cisco DNA Center, Cisco SD-Access |
| License Requirement | Cisco DNA Licensing (Essentials, Advantage, or Premier) |
| Cloud-Managed Capable | Yes (via DNA Center) |