CISCO C9300L-48PF-4X-E

The Cisco C9300L-48PF-4X-E is a powerful and versatile network switch designed for enterprise-level deployments. It’s part of the Cisco Catalyst 9300 series, which is known for its robust features, security, and scalability. Here’s a breakdown of its key features and what they mean for your network:  

Key Features:

• 48 Ports with Full PoE+: This switch offers 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, all of which support Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+). PoE+ allows the switch to provide power to connected devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras, eliminating the need for separate power cables. “Full PoE+” indicates that all ports can provide the full power required by PoE+ devices.  
• 4x10G SFP+ Uplinks: The switch has four 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports for uplinks. These high-speed ports allow you to connect the switch to other network devices or to the core network backbone with high bandwidth.  
• Network Essentials License: The “E” in the model number indicates that this switch comes with the Network Essentials license. This license provides a comprehensive set of Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, including VLANs, QoS, and basic routing capabilities.
• Stackable: Like other switches in the Catalyst 9300 series, the C9300L-48PF-4X-E can be stacked with other compatible switches using Cisco’s StackWise technology. This creates a single logical switch with increased port density and simplified management.
• Advanced Security: The switch includes a range of security features to protect your network, such as access control lists (ACLs), port security, and support for Cisco’s Software-Defined Access (SDA) architecture.  
• Quality of Service (QoS): QoS features allow you to prioritize network traffic based on application or user requirements, ensuring optimal performance for critical applications.  
• Manageability: The switch can be managed through a command-line interface (CLI) or a web-based interface, providing flexibility for different management preferences.  

Benefits for Your Network:

• High Performance: With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 10G uplinks, this switch provides ample bandwidth for demanding network environments.  
• Power over Ethernet: The full PoE+ support simplifies the deployment of powered devices and reduces cabling costs.  
• Scalability: Stacking capabilities allow you to expand your network as needed.
• Security: Advanced security features help protect your network from threats.  
• Manageability: Flexible management options make it easy to configure and monitor the switch.