Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Port 5G Multigigabit Network Advantage Managed Switch

The Cisco Catalyst 9300-48UN-A is a high-performance, managed Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise networks requiring high-speed connectivity. With 48 Multigigabit Ethernet ports supporting speeds from 100 Mbps to 5 Gbps, it delivers exceptional flexibility for modern workplaces. Powered by Cisco IOS XE Network Advantage software, it offers advanced routing, security, and management features.

Advantages

This switch provides Universal Power over Ethernet (UPOE) with a budget of up to 1900W, enabling support for high-power devices such as digital signage and wireless access points. Its StackWise-480 technology allows for stacking up to 480 Gbps of bandwidth, ensuring scalability and resilience. The 1U rack-mountable form factor saves valuable rack space while delivering a switching capacity of 960 Gbps.

Suitable for

• Enterprise campus networks requiring high-density 5G connectivity
• Deployments needing advanced security features like MACsec and TrustSec
• Environments requiring PoE++ for IoT devices and high-power endpoints
• Organizations seeking a scalable stacking solution with StackWise Virtual

Key specifications

• 48 x 100/1000/2.5G/5G Multigigabit Ethernet ports with UPOE
• Layer 3 managed switch with Cisco IOS XE Network Advantage
• Switching capacity: 960 Gbps; Forwarding rate: 714.28 Mpps
• 16 GB RAM, 16 GB Flash memory
• 2 network module slots for optional uplink modules
• Jumbo frame support up to 9198 bytes
• Routing protocols: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP, IS-IS, PIM, VRRP, HSRP
• Security: MACsec, TrustSec, AES-256, Flexible NetFlow
• Redundancy: Optional redundant power supply, StackWise Virtual
• Standards: IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab, 802.3ae, 802.3an, 802.3at, 802.3bt, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.1s
• Power: AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)

Recommendations

Ideal for network upgrades to support high-bandwidth applications, this switch combines performance, security, and ease of management. Ensure proper power planning for full UPOE utilization.