Cisco Catalyst 9300L 48-Port PoE+ Enterprise Switch (C9300L-48P-4G-E)

The Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48P-4G-E is a high-performance 48-port PoE+ switch designed for enterprise access networks. With four fixed 1G SFP uplinks and support for Cisco IOS XE with the Network Essentials software license, this switch provides scalable, secure, and resilient connectivity for modern enterprise environments. Featuring StackWise-320 technology for high-density stacking, advanced Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 capabilities, and enterprise-grade security, it is ideal for powering IP phones, wireless access points, IoT devices, and more while simplifying network management and automation.

Product Features

High-Density PoE+ Connectivity

Supports 48 PoE+ ports delivering up to 30W per port, enabling direct power for IP phones, Wi-Fi 6 access points, security cameras, and other connected devices, reducing cabling complexity.

StackWise-320 Technology

Allows up to eight switches to be stacked as a single logical unit, providing 320 Gbps of stacking bandwidth for scalable, highly available network deployments.

Advanced Security Features

Includes IEEE 802.1X port authentication, AES-256 MACsec encryption, DHCP snooping, and dynamic ARP inspection to secure the network from unauthorized access and threats.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Functionality

Offers comprehensive Layer 2 switching and basic Layer 3 routing capabilities, including static routing, OSPF, and BGP support, ideal for enterprise access layer deployments.

Enterprise-Grade Resiliency

Supports hot-swappable redundant power supplies and fans, providing high availability and minimal downtime in critical network environments.

Cisco IOS XE and SD-Access Ready

Runs on Cisco IOS XE with Network Essentials license, enabling programmability, automation, and integration with Cisco DNA Center for policy-based management and network assurance.

Flexible Management

Can be managed via CLI, web interface, SNMP, REST APIs, or integrated into Cisco DNA Center for centralized monitoring and control of wired and wireless devices.

Product Specifications

• Model: Cisco C9300L-48P-4G-E
• Downlink Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+
• Uplink Ports: 4 × 1G fixed SFP
• PoE Power Budget: 505 W with default 715WAC-P power supply (up to 30W per port)
• Max PoE Power: Higher with optional secondary power supply (up to 720W with 2×350W PSU, higher with 715W/1100W secondary units)
• Switching Capacity: 56 Gbps (standalone) up to 176 Gbps (stacked)
• Forwarding Rate: 41.66 Mpps (standalone) up to 130.95 Mpps (stacked)
• Stacking Technology: StackWise-320
• Stacking Bandwidth: 320 Gbps
• Max Stack Members: 8 switches
• DRAM: 8 GB
• Flash Memory: 16 GB
• MAC Address Table Size: 32,000 entries
• VLAN IDs: 4,094
• Jumbo Frame Support: 9,198 bytes
• Dimensions (H×W×D): 1.73 × 17.5 × 19.2 in (4.4 × 44.5 × 48.8 cm)
• Weight: ~7.03 kg (15.46 lb) with default PSU
• Power Supplies: Supports dual redundant, hot-swappable PSUs (optional)
• Fans: Hot-swappable redundant fans
• Operating Temperature: –5°C to 45°C (23°F to 113°F)
• MTBF: 314,140 hours
• Software/OS: Cisco IOS XE with Network Essentials license (upgradeable to Network Advantage)