C9300-48T-ASwitches

The Cisco C9300-48T-A Catalyst 9300 Series 48-Port Switch is a next-generation enterprise-class stackable Layer 3 managed switch engineered to deliver exceptional performance, security, and flexibility for modern business networks. It is part of Cisco’s leading Catalyst 9000 family, built to support intent-based networking (IBN), software-defined access (SD-Access), and advanced network automation through Cisco DNA Center.

With 48x Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports, the C9300-48T-A is designed for high-density access deployments, providing secure wired connectivity for end devices, servers, and IoT devices. It supports Cisco StackWise-480 technology, allowing up to 480 Gbps of stacking bandwidth and enabling up to 8 switches to operate as a single unit for simplified management and seamless scalability.

Built on the powerful Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC, the switch delivers programmable capabilities, enhanced telemetry, advanced security features, and flexible Layer 2/Layer 3 services. It’s the perfect solution for enterprises seeking a future-proof, reliable, and high-performance switching platform.

🔧 Technical Specifications

General Features:

• Model: Cisco C9300-48T-A

• Series: Catalyst 9300 Series

• Product Type: Managed Layer 3 stackable switch

• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable

• Software Feature Set: Network Advantage

Ports & Interfaces:

• 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet RJ-45 ports

• Modular Uplink Options: 4 x 1G/10G SFP/SFP+ uplink module (optional)

• Console Ports: USB and RJ-45 console

• USB Type-A: Storage and image upgrades

Performance:

• Switching Capacity: 208 Gbps

• Stacking Bandwidth: Up to 480 Gbps (StackWise-480)

• Forwarding Rate: 154.76 Mpps

• DRAM: 8 GB

• Flash Memory: 16 GB

• Latency: <1 µs

• Jumbo Frame Support: Up to 9198 bytes

Layer 3 Capabilities:

• Static Routing, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS

• IPv4/IPv6 Dual Stack

• Policy-Based Routing (PBR)

• Multicast Routing (PIM, IGMP, MLD)

Security & Compliance:

• 802.1X, MACsec encryption, DHCP snooping

• Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard

• Cisco TrustSec, Secure Boot, SXP

• Network segmentation with VXLAN

• Fully Cisco DNA Center and SD-Access ready

Power & Environmental:

• Power Supply: Dual redundant (hot-swappable)

• Power Consumption: ~110W (typical)

• Dimensions: 1.73 x 17.5 x 17.5 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 44.5 cm)

• Weight: ~16.3 lbs (7.4 kg)

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)

Certifications & Standards:

• IEEE 802.3ab (Gigabit Ethernet)

• IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging

• IPv6 Ready, RoHS, CE, UL

🌐 Use Cases

• Enterprise campus access and distribution

• High-performance branch office networks

• Wired connectivity for IoT, IP phones, and workstations

• Software-defined access edge switch

• Secure network core for midsize to large businesses