The Cisco WS-C3650-48FS-E Catalyst 3650 Switch is a high-performance enterprise access switch designed for converged wired and wireless networking environments. Built for modern campus and branch deployments, it combines advanced Layer 3 routing, full PoE+ support, and integrated wireless controller functionality in a scalable and secure platform.
Equipped with 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, the switch delivers reliable connectivity and power to devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, surveillance cameras, and IoT devices. Its full PoE+ capability with a 1025W AC power supply supports high-density deployments while reducing the need for additional power infrastructure.
The switch includes 4 × 1G SFP uplink ports, enabling flexible fiber connectivity and efficient network expansion. Powered by the Cisco IP Services license, it supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, including OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VRF-Lite, and policy-based routing, making it suitable for complex enterprise networks.
Designed for scalability and resilience, the WS-C3650-48FS-E supports Cisco StackWise-160, allowing up to 9 switches to operate as a single logical unit for simplified management and redundancy. Integrated wireless controller functionality enables unified management of wired and wireless access networks from a single platform.
Running on Cisco IOS, the switch delivers advanced enterprise security features including 802.1X authentication, ACLs, TrustSec, and MACsec encryption, ensuring secure access and protected data transmission across the network.
Ideal for enterprise campus deployments, branch office networking, PoE-powered environments, and high-performance LAN infrastructures, the Cisco WS-C3650-48FS-E provides scalable performance, advanced routing, and reliable connectivity for modern business networks.
Product Specifications – Cisco WS-C3650-48FS-E Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch
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| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Cisco WS-C3650-48FS-E Catalyst 3650 Switch |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
WS-C3650-48FS-E |
| Product Series |
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series |
| Product Type |
Managed Ethernet Switch |
| Port Configuration |
48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet (PoE+) |
| Uplink Ports |
4 × 1 Gigabit Ethernet SFP |
| PoE Type |
Full PoE+ |
| PoE Budget |
Up to ~775W |
| Power Supply |
1025W AC Power Supply |
| Supported Speeds |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Switching Capacity |
Up to 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
Up to 130.95 Mpps |
| Stacking Technology |
Cisco StackWise-160 |
| Stack Bandwidth |
Up to 160 Gbps |
| Maximum Stack Members |
Up to 9 switches |
| License Type |
IP Services |
| Layer Support |
Layer 2 and advanced Layer 3 |
| Routing Features |
OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VRF-Lite, Policy-Based Routing |
| Wireless Controller |
Integrated wireless controller functionality |
| Wireless Support |
Converged wired and wireless access |
| QoS Support |
Advanced QoS and traffic prioritization |
| Security Features |
ACLs, 802.1X, TrustSec, MACsec encryption |
| VLAN Support |
802.1Q VLAN trunking |
| Multicast Support |
IGMP Snooping, PIM |
| Operating System |
Cisco IOS |
| Management |
CLI, SNMP, Cisco Prime, Web UI |
| Automation Support |
API and programmability support |
| Redundancy |
StackPower and redundant power options |
| Cooling |
Internal fan system |
| Form Factor |
1 Rack Unit (1RU), rack-mountable |
| Jumbo Frame Support |
Up to 9,000 bytes |
| Deployment Type |
Enterprise campus, branch access |
| Application |
Wired/wireless convergence, PoE networking |
| Reliability |
Enterprise-grade continuous operation |
| Condition |
New / Cisco Certified |
| Use Cases |
Campus access, VoIP, wireless APs, surveillance deployments |
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FAQs
Q1. What does the IP Services license provide?
It enables advanced Layer 3 routing, enhanced QoS, and enterprise-level security features.
Q2. Does this switch support PoE on all ports?
Yes, it provides full PoE+ support across all 48 ports.
Q3. What uplink options are available?
It includes 4 x 1 Gigabit SFP uplink ports.
Q4. Can this switch be stacked?
Yes, it supports Cisco StackWise-160 for stacking multiple switches.
Q5. Is this suitable for large enterprise deployments?
Yes, it is designed for enterprise and campus networks requiring advanced routing and power capabilities.
