Brand: Cisco · SKU: CISCO 3850 Series · MPN: Varies by model · Category: Networking
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series is a next-generation, enterprise-class stackable access-layer switch platform designed to provide full convergence between wired and wireless networks on a single platform using Cisco IOS XE Software. Key features include StackWise-480 technology for scalability and resiliency (up to 9 switches in a stack with 480 Gbps stack bandwidth), integrated wireless controller capabilities (supporting up to 100 access points and 2000 wireless clients per stack with up to 40 Gbps wireless capacity on 48-port models), support for PoE, PoE+, and UPOE, and optional Catalyst Multigigabit Technology for 802.11ac Wave 2 support over existing cabling (supporting 1, 2.5, 5, and 10-Gbps speeds on select models). The switches offer various port configurations (24 or 48 Ethernet ports, with SFP+ specialty models available) and support modular uplink network modules. They utilize the Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) ASIC for uniform wired-wireless policy enforcement. The switch
| Feature Sets | LAN Base, IP Base, IP Services |
|---|---|
| Uplink Modules | Optional (4xGE, 2x10GE, or 4x10GE) |
| Stack Bandwidth | 480 Gbps |
| Power Over Ethernet | PoE, PoE+, UPOE support |
| Stacking Technology | StackWise-480 (up to 9 members) |
| Forwarding Rate (Example) | 130.95 Mpps (WS-C3850-48P-S) |
| Wired/Wireless Convergence | Yes (Integrated Wireless Controller) |
| Switching Capacity (Example) | 176 Gbps (48-port Gigabit Ethernet model) |
| Max Access Points/Clients (per stack) | 100 APs / 2000 Clients |
| Warranty | Cisco enhanced limited lifetime hardware warranty (E-LLW) with NBD replacement (where available) and 90 days of 8x5 Cisco TAC support. |
| Weight | Varies by model (e.g., 17.49 Kg for WS-C3850-48P-S chassis) |
| Dimensions | 1 RU form factor |
The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series is a stackable, enterprise-class access-layer switch providing converged wired and wireless services on a single platform powered by Cisco DNA architecture. It supports StackWise-480, StackPower, and provides capabilities for high availability, granular QoS, and enhanced security, making it ideal for dynamic network environments.
Yes, this Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Switch (CISCO 3850 Series) is 100% genuine Cisco hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Switch includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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