C9300-48T-E

Q1. How many Catalyst 9300 models can I stack together?

A: You can stack up to eight Catalyst 9300 switches in a single StackWise ring.

Q2. What is the difference between the 9300 and 9300L?

A: The 9300 supports StackPower, UPoE+, modular uplinks, 256 virtual networks, and larger embedded wireless controller capacity, while the 9300L lacks these features and supports lower stacking bandwidth.

Q3. Can I stack 9300 and 9300L models together?

A: No, modular uplink models (9300/9300X) and fixed uplink models (9300L) use different stacking technologies (StackWise-480/1T vs. StackWise-320) and are not stack-compatible.

Q4. What is a Cisco switch used for?

A: A Cisco switch forwards Ethernet frames within a LAN by learning MAC addresses and directing traffic to the correct port, while a router determines the best path across different networks.

Q5. What is the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: It’s a fixed-uplink Cisco Catalyst 9300L switch featuring 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4x10-Gigabit SFP+ uplinks, running IOS XE.

Q6. What uplink interfaces does the C9300L-48T-4X-A support?

A: It supports four 10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports.

Q7. What type of ports does the C9300L-48T-4X-A have?

A: It offers 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet access ports.

Q8. What is the maximum power consumption of the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: Power consumption varies by configuration; refer to the Catalyst 9300 data sheet for exact figures.

Q9. What is the switching capacity of the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: Switching capacity depends on configuration—consult the official data sheet for precise performance metrics.

Q10. What is the size and form factor of the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: It’s a 1U rack-mount switch approximately 44.5 × 40.9 × 4.4 cm.

Q11. What management interfaces does the C9300L-48T-4X-A support?

A: It features a console port, USB port, and a dedicated 1 GbE management port.

Q12. Does the C9300L-48T-4X-A support IPv6?

A: Yes, it supports IPv6 for both management and data plane.

Q13. What software does the C9300L-48T-4X-A run?

A: It runs Cisco IOS XE, offering modular, programmable OS capabilities.

Q14. Can the C9300L-48T-4X-A be stacked with other switches?

A: Yes, it can be stacked with other 9300L switches using StackWise-320 technology.

Q15. How cost-effective is the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: It offers a strong balance of performance, port density, and uplink bandwidth at a competitive price. (no citation)

Q16. What are the key features of the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: It includes 48 Gigabit ports, 4x10G uplinks, Network Advantage licensing, and enterprise-grade security.

Q17. What are ideal application scenarios for the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: Ideal for enterprise campus access, branch offices, or aggregation with high throughput and security needs.

Q18. How do I install the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: Mount it in a standard 19″ rack, connect power and uplink cables, then configure via CLI or web interface.

Q19. Does the C9300L-48T-4X-A need upgrading?

A: Regular IOS XE updates are recommended to ensure security and access to new features.

Q20. What alternative products exist to the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: Alternatives include Catalyst 9200 for smaller environments or Catalyst 9400 for larger deployments.

Q21. What accessories are available for the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: Supported accessories include power supplies, stack cables/kits, uplink modules, and rack-mount kits.

Q22. How does the C9300L-48T-4X-A compare with other Cisco switches?

A: It delivers higher uplink flexibility, throughput, and security features compared to the Catalyst 9200 and older series.

Q23. What are common troubleshooting steps for the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: Verify physical connections, check configurations, and update IOS XE to resolve typical issues.

Q24. What is the “Network Advantage” license on the C9300L-48T-4X-A?

A: The Network Advantage license enables advanced features like security, automation, analytics, and SD‑Access.