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Cisco C9300-48T-E Access Enterprise Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 9300-48T-E is a 1 RU, fixed-access enterprise campus switch engineered for mission-critical U.S. networks—from Silicon Valley innovation campuses to Wall Street trading floors.
Powered by a multicore x86 CPU and Cisco’s UADP ASIC, it offers forty-eight 10/100/1000 RJ-45 data-only downlink ports, modular uplink flexibility, and runs Cisco IOS XE with the Network Essentials license for streamlined, software-driven campus deployments.
Overview
Core Highlights
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48 × 1 GbE Data Ports
Forty-eight autosensing 10/100/1000 RJ-45 downlinks for high-density access-layer connectivity -
Modular Uplink Options
Supports Cisco Catalyst network modules (1 GbE, 10 GbE, 40 GbE, 25 GbE) for flexible uplink architectures -
High Performance
256 Gbps full-duplex switching capacity and 190.47 Mpps wire-speed forwarding keep east-west campus traffic flowing smoothly -
StackWise-480 Stacking
Up to eight switches in a single logical stack with 480 Gbps of bidirectional stacking bandwidth and sub-50 ms failover -
Enterprise-Grade Security
Line-rate AES-256 MACsec, Secure Boot with Trust Anchor Module, robust ACLs, 802.1X, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and IP Source Guard -
Energy Efficiency
IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet, low-power fan management, and deep-sleep port modes help meet U.S. sustainability goals -
Programmability & Telemetry
NETCONF/RESTCONF/gNMI, NX-API/Python SDK, on-box scripting, and real-time streaming telemetry integrate with Cisco DNA Center or Meraki Dashboard for zero-touch automation -
Robust Hardware Platform
x86 CPU with 8 GB DRAM, 16 GB flash, USB 3.0 SSD slot (up to 240 GB), and field-replaceable fans for future-proof application hosting
Recommended Accessories
Accessory | Category | Description |
---|---|---|
C9300-NM-4G | Network Module | 4×1 GbE SFP uplink module for fiber connectivity |
C9300-NM-8X | Network Module | 8×10 GbE SFP+ uplink module for high-speed aggregation |
C9300-NM-2Q | Network Module | 2×40 GbE QSFP+ uplink module for ultra-high-speed uplinks |
PWR-C1-350WAC-P*** | Power Supply | 350 W AC PSU (default for data-only models) |
CAB-SPWR-150CM | Stacking Cable | 15 cm StackWise-480 stacking cable for up to 480 Gbps bandwidth |
C9300-ACCKIT-19I= | Rack-Mount Kit | 1 RU rack-mount accessory kit for Catalyst 9300 Series |
Comparison with Similar Models
Feature | C9300-48T-E | C9300-48P-E | C9300-48T-A |
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Ports | 48×1 GbE data only | 48×1 GbE PoE+ | 48×1 GbE data only |
PoE Budget | None | 437 W total | None |
Switching Capacity | 256 Gbps full-duplex | 256 Gbps full-duplex | 256 Gbps full-duplex |
Forwarding Rate | 190.47 Mpps | 190.47 Mpps | 190.47 Mpps |
License | Network Essentials | Network Essentials | Network Advantage |
Ideal Use Case | High-density data-only access layer | PoE+ access layer for IP phones & cameras | Advanced data-only aggregation with deeper services |
Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
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Product Code | C9300-48T-E |
Description | 48-port 10/100/1000 RJ-45 data-only switch, Cisco IOS XE, Network Essentials |
Downlink Ports | 48 × 10/100/1000 RJ-45 autosensing |
Modular Uplinks | Slot for Cisco Catalyst network modules (4G, 8X, 2Q, 2Y) |
Switching Capacity | 256 Gbps full-duplex |
Forwarding Rate | 190.47 Mpps (64-byte packets) |
Stacking Technology | StackWise-480; up to 8 switches; 480 Gbps bidirectional |
CPU & Memory | Multicore x86 CPU; 8 GB DRAM; 16 GB flash; USB 3.0 SSD slot |
Power Supply | 1 × PWR-C1-350WAC-P (350 W AC); dual-PSU supported |
Cooling | 3 field-replaceable fans; low-power management |
Dimensions (H×W×D) | 1.73″ × 17.5″ × 19.2″ (4.4 cm × 44.5 cm × 48.8 cm) |
Weight | 16.43 lb (7.45 kg) with default PSU |
Operating Temp./Humidity | 32 °F–113 °F (0 °C–45 °C); 5–95% non-condensing |
Management | CLI, Web UI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, NETCONF/RESTCONF, Cisco DNA Center, Meraki Dashboard |
Security Features | MACsec, Secure Boot, Trust Anchor Module, ACLs, 802.1X, IP Source Guard |
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