Product Type | Managed Stackable Layer 3 Switch |
Series | Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series |
Model | C9300-48P-A |
Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
Power Requirements | AC 100–240V (50/60 Hz) |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 65W |
Maximum Power Consumption | 715W |
PoE Power Budget | 715W |
Weight | 7.6 kg (16.75 lbs) |
Switching Capacity | 208 Gbps |
Forwarding Performance | 154.76 Mpps |
Flash Memory | 16 GB |
System Memory (DRAM) | 8 GB |
MAC Address Table Size | 32,000 entries |
Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port PoE+ Network Switch, C9300-48P-A

Key Benefits

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- Designed for enterprise scalability with modular uplinks and advanced memory specifications
- Supports PoE+ across all 48 ports, ideal for powering devices like IP phones and cameras
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for government and regulated industry use
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9300-48P-A is a highly scalable enterprise-grade switch offering 48 Gigabit Ethernet copper ports with PoE+ capabilities. Engineered for high-performance campus and branch deployments, it includes 8 GB of DRAM and 16 GB of Flash memory, providing ample resources for advanced switch functionalities. The switch features modular uplink design, supporting diverse network topologies while optimizing long-term investment value.
Built on the Catalyst 9300 Series platform, the unit supports key standards like IEEE 802.1s, 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.3u, and 802.3z, combined with Layer 2 and 3 support for strong IP and VLAN management. Management features include SNMP, DHCP, IPv6, and support for up to 32,000 MAC addresses. The device is also TAA compliant, making it suitable for regulated or government sectors.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Controller Integration | Supports wireless controller functionality via Cisco DNA Center |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Country of Origin | Brazil / China / Mexico / United States |
Certifications | UL, CE, FCC, CSA, ICES, VCCI, BSMI, RCM |
Environmental Compliance | RoHS, WEEE |
Advanced Security Features
802.1X Authentication | Yes |
MACsec Encryption | Yes (hardware-based 128-bit) |
DHCP Snooping | Yes |
Dynamic ARP Inspection | Yes |
IP Source Guard | Yes |
Port Security | Yes |
Control Plane Protection | Yes |
Private VLAN | Yes |
Cisco TrustSec | Supported |
Interfaces
Total Ethernet Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports |
Uplink Ports | Modular uplink (4 x 1G/10G SFP/SFP+) |
Console Ports | 1 x USB Type B, 1 x RJ-45 |
Management Ports | 1 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet (out-of-band) |
Stacking Ports | 2 x StackWise-480 ports |
Stack Bandwidth | 480 Gbps |
PoE+ Support | IEEE 802.3at on all 48 ports |
Total Number of PoE+ Ports | 48 |
Redundant Power Supply Support | Yes (optional) |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 44.5 x 44.8 x 4.45 cm (17.5 x 17.64 x 1.75 in) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 90% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
MTBF | 285,440 hours |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow (field-replaceable fans) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco IOS XE, CLI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, DHCP, HTTP, Telnet, SSH |
Web UI | Cisco Web GUI (Device Manager) |
Cloud-Ready | Yes, with Cisco DNA Center |
Included License | Network Advantage |
Stacking Support | Yes - StackWise-480 |
Virtual Stacking Support | Yes, via Cisco DNA Center |