Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series 48-Port PoE Network Switch 48x 1G copper with modular uplinks Ports, PoE+, Network Essentials C9300-48P-E
Description
The Cisco C9300-48P-E is an enterprise-class switch, purpose-built for high-performance, scalable, and secure network deployments. Leveraging advanced technologies, the C9300-48P-E delivers robust Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) support with 48 gigabit copper ports, ideal for powering next-generation access points, IP phones, and IoT endpoints. As a cornerstone of the Cisco 9300 family, this model integrates deeply into enterprise networks, supporting extensive routing and security features, along with Cisco StackWise-480 for agile stacking and failover assurance. With a remarkable switching capacity of 256 Gbps per unit and exceptional stacking bandwidth, the C9300-48P-E enables organizations to reliably expand network capacity while minimizing downtime and maintenance. Notably, its scalable architecture and comprehensive management tools ensure a seamless experience across distributed environments. The C9300-48P-E provides a future-ready foundation for businesses in need of resilient, flexible, and easy-to-manage connectivity solutions, making it a trusted choice in large campus, branch, and core-edge deployments. Designed to meet evolving digital workplace demands, the Cisco C9300 series switch unites performance, efficiency, and security for enterprise-class infrastructure.
Compare to Similar Items
| Model | C9300-48P-E | C9300-48U-E | C9300-48T-E | C9200-48P-A |
| Brand | Cisco | Cisco | Cisco | Cisco |
| Port Configuration | 48 POE+ | 48 Cisco UPOE | 48 | 48 ports full PoE+ |
| Switching Capacity | 256 Gbps on 48-port Gigabit Ethernet model | 256 Gbps on 48-port Gigabit Ethernet model | 256 Gbps on 48-port Gigabit Ethernet model | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 154.76 Mpps | 154.76 Mpps | 154.76 Mpps | 261.9 Mpps |
| PoE Budget | 437W | 822W | -- | n/a |
| Stacking Capability | Cisco StackWise-480: Yes; Cisco StackPower: Yes | Cisco StackWise-480: Yes; Cisco StackPower: Yes | Cisco StackWise-480: Yes; Cisco StackPower: Yes | 160 Gbps |
Optional Add-ons
| Model Number | Description |
| PWR-C1-715WAC-P/2 | 715W AC Power Supply for Cisco Catalyst C9300 Series Switches |
| GBIC-SFP-LX | Cisco Gigabit SFP LX Module for extended fiber connectivity on C9300 Series |
| STACK-T1-50CM | Cisco StackWise-480 Stacking Cable 50cm, suitable for C9300-48P-E high-availability stacking |
Product Specifications
Model: C9300-48P-E
Brand: CISCO
Total 10/100/1000 or Multigigabit copper ports: 48 POE+
Default AC power supply: 715W AC
Available PoE power: 437W
Cisco StackWise-480: Yes
Cisco StackPower: Yes
Default power supply: PWR-C1-715WAC-P/2
Switching capacity: 256 Gbps on 48-port Gigabit Ethernet model
Stacking bandwidth: 480 Gbps
Total number of MAC addresses: 32,000
Total number of IPv4 routes: 32,000 (24,000 direct and 8,000 indirect routes)
IPv4 routing entries: 32,000
IPv6 routing entries: 16,000
Multicast routing scale: 8,000
QoS scale entries: 5,120
ACL scale entries: 5,120
Packet buffer per SKU: 16 MB for 24- or 48-port models
FNF entries: 64,000 flow on 24- and 48-port models
DRAM: 8 GB
Flash: 16 GB
VLAN IDs: 4,000
Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs): 2,000
Jumbo frames: 9,198 bytes
Total routed ports per 9300 Series stack: 208
Wireless bandwidth per switch: Up to 96 Gbps on 48-port model
Forwarding rate: 154.76 Mpps
Dimensions (H x W x D): 1.73 x 17.5 x 17.5 in
Weight: 7.6 kg
Mean time between failures (hours): 299,000
Safety certifications:
UL 60950-1
CAN/CSA-C222.2 No. 60950-1
EN 60950-1
IEC 60950-1
AS/NZS 60950.1
IEEE 802.3
Electromagnetic emissions certifications:
47 CFR Part 15
CISPR22 Class A
EN 300 386 V1.6.1
EN 55022 Class A
EN 55032 Class A
CISPR 32 Class A
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3
ICES-003 Class A
TCVN 7189 Class A
V-3 Class A
CISPR24
EN 300 386
EN55024
TCVN 7317
Environmental:
Reduction of Hazardous Substances (ROHS) 5
Inventory Last Updated: Nov 08, 2025

