Brand: Cisco · SKU: WS-C4948E-F-S · MPN: WS-C4948E-F-S · Category: Networking
The Cisco Catalyst 4948E Switch WS-C4948E-F-S is a high-performance, enterprise-class Ethernet switching solution designed for advanced data centers and enterprise networks. It features 48x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 downlink ports and 4x 10GE SFP+ uplink ports with Front-to-Back Airflow. It is a Layer 2 and Layer 3 switch in a 1U form factor, optimized for top-of-rack (ToR) data center deployments. It supports IP Base Cisco IOS Software and offers high availability with the option for redundant power supplies. Note: This model is officially EOL with service support ending on 2022-10-31.
| Airflow | Front-to-Back |
|---|---|
| Latency | Less than 5 microseconds |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-mountable |
| Layer Types | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| Jumbo Frames | 9216 bytes |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x SFP+ 10GbE (also supports Gigabit Ethernet) |
| Downlink Ports | 48 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Product Series | Catalyst 4900 Series |
| MAC Address Table | 55,000 entries |
| Power Supply (PSU) | AC PS, Dual redundant, Hotswap capable (e.g., PWR-C49E-300AC) |
| Switching Capacity | 200 Mpps (or 176Gbps in some sources) |
| Forwarding Bandwidth | 136 Gbps |
| Warranty | Varies by seller; one source mentioned a Free 3-year warranty for professionally refurbished units, while another listed 'New - 1 Year'. |
| Weight | 7.48 kg (16.5 lb) |
| Dimensions | 43.9 cm W × 40.9 cm D × 4.3 cm H (1RU) (1.71 x 17.3 x 16.1 in) |
The Cisco Catalyst 4948E-F-S is a 1U, Layer 2/3 switch in the Catalyst 4900 Series, featuring 48 Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports and 4 SFP+ 10GbE uplink ports, optimized for top-of-rack data center access. It supports IP Base IOS, redundant power supplies, and offers low-latency performance, making it suitable for high-demand environments and convergence networks. The '-F' in the model denotes Front-to-Back airflow.
Yes, this Cisco Catalyst 4948E Switch WS-C4948E-F-S (WS-C4948E-F-S) 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 WS-C4948E-F-S includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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