The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3850-12X48U-L is a high-performance, stackable Layer 3 switch designed for enterprise networks requiring advanced power and connectivity options. It features 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, with 12 of them supporting Multigigabit speeds (100 Mbps to 10 Gbps) and Cisco Universal Power over Ethernet (UPOE), providing up to 60W per port to power devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras. The switch operates on the LAN Base feature set, offering robust Layer 2 switching capabilities, and supports Cisco StackWise-480 technology, enabling stacking of up to nine switches for simplified management and scalability. With a PoE budget of up to 630W, it ensures ample power for connected devices, and its modular design includes a network module slot for flexible uplink options.
