Manufacturer | Cisco |
Product Name | Catalyst 9300X-48HX-E |
Product Type | Managed Switch |
Series | Catalyst 9300X |
Form Factor | 1U |
Weight | 6.62 Kg |
Power Requirements | 100 - 240 VAC |
Power Supply Type | Internal Power Supply |
Total PoE Budget | 1100 W |
MTBF | 185420 hours |
Memory (RAM) | 16 GB |
Flash Memory | 16 GB |
LED Indicators | Status Indicators |
MAC Address Table Size | 32,000 Entries |
Cisco Catalyst 9300X-48HX-E 48-Port mGig UPoE+ Switch, Network Essentials

Key Benefits

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- Delivers enterprise-grade performance with multi-gigabit UPoE+ ports and modular uplinks for high bandwidth demands
- Future-proofs your network with support for advanced switching standards, IPv6 routing, and AES security
- Minimizes downtime and maintenance through high reliability (MTBF 185,420 hours) and ergonomic 1U form factor design
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9300X-48HX-E is a high-performance 48-port mGig UPoE+ switch built for enterprise environments requiring both scalability and advanced security. Featuring Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, 10G/mGig modular uplinks, and support for IPv6 and AES encryption, it ensures seamless integration into modern IT networks. The unit includes 16GB RAM and 16GB flash memory, jumbo frame support up to 9198 bytes, and a MAC address table that scales to 32,000 entries, enabling robust traffic processing. With UPoE+ (60W per port) and a total power output of 1.1 KW, it supports a wide range of connected devices. Additional features like SNMP/DHCP remote management, Cisco Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty, and an MTBF of 185,420 hours emphasize the platform’s long-term reliability and ROI-oriented architecture.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | CHINA / MEXICO / UNITED STATES |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.1s, 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.3ad, 802.3ae, 802.3af, 802.3at |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CB, GS Mark, RoHS, TAA |
Advanced Security Features
Routing Protocol Support | IPv6 |
Encryption | AES |
Security Features | 802.1x, Port Security, DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard |
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Yes |
MACsec Encryption Support | Yes |
Network Segmentation | Private VLAN, VRF-aware |
Threat Defense | Cisco TrustSec support |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 48 |
Port Type | 10G/mGig UPoE+ |
PoE Standard | UPoE+ (60W per port) |
Uplink Module Support | Modular 10G/25G uplinks (optional) |
Jumbo Frame Support | 9198 Bytes |
Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Media Layer Supported | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.5 Inch |
Depth | 19 Inch |
Height | 1.73 Inch |
Operating Temperature (Min) | -5 °C |
Storage Temperature (Min) | -40 °C |
Storage Temperature (Max) | 70 °C |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Web-Based GUI, SNMP, CLI, Cisco DNA Center |
Licensing Level | Network Essentials |
Included Licensing | Cisco DNA Essentials (optional) |
Additional Features
High Availability | StackWise-1T supported |
Software Upgrade Capabilities | Extended Fast Software Upgrade (eFSU) |
Warranty | Cisco Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty |