Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-2Y-A | 48-Port PoE+ mGig Switch, Network Advantage
Overview
The cisco c9200l-48pxg-2y-a is a high-density multigigabit PoE+ enterprise access switch purpose-built for scalable campus networks, next-generation Wi-Fi 6/6E wireless rollouts, smart building infrastructure, and converged wired-wireless environments. It features 48 robust power-delivery access ports, including 8 specialized multigigabit ports (100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G) and 40 line-rate Gigabit Ethernet ports. This unique port matrix allows this powerful c9200l-48pxg-2y-a unit to function as a highly versatile cisco 10gbe switch aggregation engine right at your network edge, driving full throughput for high-performance access points, intensive IP surveillance arrays, and mission-critical VoIP deployments.
The platform natively integrates 2 x 1/10/25G SFP28 high-speed uplinks (backward compatible), ensuring lightning-fast aggregation to your core layers while completely eliminating backhaul bottlenecks. With a massive default 740W PoE budget (dynamically expandable to 1440W with dual power supplies), it supports dense device environments seamlessly. Built on Cisco's programmable UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC and running Cisco IOS XE with a full Network Advantage license, it unlocks comprehensive Layer 3 dynamic routing, macro-segmentation, and full SD-Access fabric readiness.
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Highlights
1. Multigig Access for High-Density Wireless
Features 8 x mGig ports (100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G) combined with 40 x 1G PoE+ downlinks. It functions perfectly as an agile cisco 10gbe switch link card, fully unlocking next-generation access point performance and handling dense corporate endpoint traffic without drops.
2. 2 x 25G Uplinks for Future-Proof Aggregation
Includes 2 integrated SFP28 uplink slots natively supporting 1G, 10G, and line-rate 25G aggregation, delivering low-latency backbone connectivity directly to campus core switches or data center aggregates.
3. High-Performance Switching Architecture
Delivers a massive 340 Gbps non-blocking switching fabric capacity paired with a wire-speed 252.97 Mpps forwarding performance rate, ensuring smooth data flow for intensive cloud applications, streaming media, and concurrent real-time traffic workloads.
4. 12 MB Packet Buffer for Congestion Handling
Features an upgraded 12 MB deep shared packet buffer-double the buffer size of standard enterprise Gigabit models (6 MB). It is highly optimized to absorb sudden microbursts, protect latency-sensitive database streams, and eliminate drop anomalies across financial systems or high-density wireless nodes.
5. Scalable PoE Power up to 1440W
Offers a solid default 740W PoE inline power budget (via 1 x PWR-C5-1KWAC module), dynamically scalable up to a massive 1440W of total power injection with dual PSUs to continuously energize a fleet of APs, security cameras, smart sensors, and VoIP devices.
6. StackWise-80 High Availability Stacking
Cluster up to 8 fixed units into a single logical entity utilizing a combined 80 Gbps of stacking backplane bandwidth, backed by NSF/SSO architecture to execute sub-50 ms stateful failovers.
7. Enterprise-Grade Security Borders
Shields your branch edge perimeters via hardware-accelerated AES-128 MACsec link encryption, Secure Boot protocols, hardware-anchored Trust Anchor Module (TAM), secure 802.1X port authentication, DHCP Snooping, and Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI).
8. Automation & Cloud Integration Ready
Cloud-ready architecture supporting centralized orchestration through Cisco Catalyst Center (formerly DNA Center) and Meraki Dashboard cloud monitoring, pre-enabled for zero-touch provisioning and AI-driven telemetry visibility.
Use Cases & Deployment Scenarios
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Wi-Fi 6 / 6E High-Density Deployments: The ideal high-density hardware platform to remove multi-gigabit access point aggregation bottlenecks across modern university campuses, smart hospital wards, and expansive corporate office layouts.
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Smart Buildings & IoT Infrastructure: Unified policy control and continuous power delivery to anchor digital smart lighting, building sensors, HVAC controls, and high-draw surveillance security frameworks efficiently.
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Retail Chains & Multi-Branch Networks: Centralized IT deployment options to cleanly distribute data and power across point-of-sale (POS) systems, analytics cameras, and digital signage assets, facilitating rapid, standardized multi-location rollouts.
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Enterprise Campus Access Layers: Delivers an outstanding wired-wireless convergence tier, where integrated 25G uplinks completely prevent aggregation tier bottlenecks during intense user cycles.
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Latency-Sensitive Environments: High-capacity 12 MB buffer allocation ensures deterministic stability for corporate video conferencing suites, financial trading systems, and real-time analytical clustering.
Recommended Accessories
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| Model |
Description |
Use Case |
| PWR-C5-1KWAC |
1000W AC PSU (default) |
Standard PoE deployment |
| PWR-C5-1KWAC (Secondary) |
Redundant PSU |
Expand PoE to 1440W |
| C9200L-STACK-KIT |
Stack kit |
Enable StackWise-80 |
| STACK-T4-1M |
Stacking cable |
Switch stacking |
| SFP-10G-SR |
10G SFP+ |
Short-distance uplink |
| SFP-25G-SR-S |
25G SFP28 |
High-speed aggregation |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Model |
Downlinks |
Uplinks |
PoE Budget |
Performance |
License |
Best For |
| C9200L-48PXG-2Y-A |
8 x mGig + 40 x 1G |
2 x 25G |
740W / 1440W |
340G / 252.97 Mpps |
Advantage |
Enterprise campus |
| C9200L-48PXG-2Y-E |
Same hardware |
Same |
Same |
Same |
Essentials |
SMB |
| C9200L-48PXG-4X-A |
12 x mGig + 36 x 1G |
4 x 10G |
Same |
Different uplink |
Advantage |
10G networks |
Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
Value |
| Product Code |
C9200L-48PXG-2Y-A |
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| Ports |
8 x mGig + 40 x 1G PoE+ |
Access |
| mGig Speeds |
100M / 1G / 2.5G / 5G / 10G |
Wi-Fi ready |
| Uplinks |
2 x 1/10/25G SFP28 |
Aggregation |
| Switching Capacity |
340 Gbps |
Non-blocking |
| Forwarding Rate |
252.97 Mpps |
Wire-speed |
| Packet Buffer |
12 MB |
Congestion control |
| PoE Budget |
740W / 1440W |
Power |
| Stacking |
80 Gbps |
Scalability |
| Virtual Networks |
1 (fixed limit) |
SD-Access |
| ASIC / CPU |
UADP 2.0 Mini |
Programmable |
| DRAM / Flash |
2 GB / 4 GB |
System |
| MAC Table |
16,000 |
Scale |
| IPv4 Routes |
11,000 (8,000 direct + 3,000 indirect) |
Routing |
| IPv6 Routes |
1,500 |
Future-ready |
| Power Supply |
Dual PWR-C5-1KWAC |
Redundant |
| Fans |
Fixed, redundant (non-replaceable) |
Hardware |
| Operating Temp |
-5°C to 45°C |
Industrial-ready |
| Weight |
12.6 lb (5.71 kg) |
Rack |
| MTBF |
337,260 hours |
Reliability |
Why Choose the C9200L-48PXG-2Y-A?
1. Full Network Advantage Capability
Unlocks advanced enterprise features:
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Routing: EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS
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High availability: HSRP
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Multicast: PIM, BSR, MSDP
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Segmentation: VRF, VXLAN, LISP, SGT
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Full SD-Access fabric support
2. Optimized for Channel Partners & Local Stocking
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High-demand enterprise SKU
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Ideal for local inventory and rapid fulfillment
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Enables same-day or next-day deployment for SMB and enterprise clients
3. Future-Proof Investment
4. Enterprise Reliability & Warranty
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