Brand: Cisco · SKU: WS-C4948-E · MPN: WS-C4948-E · Category: Networking
The Cisco Catalyst 4948E Ethernet Switch is built to deliver class-leading, full-featured server-access switching. It offers forty-eight 10/100/1000 Gbps RJ45 downlink ports and four 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports (SFP slots) and is designed for Top-of-Rack (ToR) data center deployments in a 1RU form factor. It is optimized for multimedia applications with advanced multicast support (PIM, SSM, PGM) and features superior per-port QoS. It supports Layer 3 switching. Note: There are variations like WS-C4948E-E and WS-C4948E-S mentioned in search results, which may differ slightly, for example, some mention 4 x SFP+ slots instead of just SFP.
| Device Type | Switch - 48 ports - L3 - managed |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable (1RU) |
| Active VLANs | 4096 |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP/SFP+ depending on specific model variant) |
| Downlink Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T |
| Forwarding Rate | 72 Mpps |
| Power Redundancy | Optional 1+1 hot-swappable AC/DC |
| Switching Capacity | 96 Gbps |
| MAC Address Table Size | 55K entries |
| Warranty | 1 year Limited warranty (for a specific variant) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Dimensions | 17.3 in x 16.1 in x 1.7 in (WxDxH) |
The Cisco Catalyst 4948E is a fixed-configuration, high-performance Layer 3 switch designed for server access/aggregation in enterprise data centers, financial networks, and campus environments. It delivers wire-speed gigabit performance with 48 copper ports and 4 high-speed uplink slots. It emphasizes reliability with optional redundant power and advanced features like QoS and multicast support.
Yes, this Cisco Catalyst 4948E Switch (WS-C4948-E) 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 4948E Switch includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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