C9300L-48P-4G-E Fixed 1G PoE+ Layer 3 Enterprise Switch
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48P-4G-E is a fixed configuration Layer 3
switch designed for enterprise access networks. It features 48 PoE+
(Power over Ethernet Plus) 1G RJ45 ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplinks,
making it ideal for powering access points, IP phones, and other
network devices. It includes the Network Essentials license for
foundational Layer 3 capabilities and security features.
Product Details
As part of the Cisco Catalyst 9300L Series (the fixed-uplink
variant of the Catalyst 9300), the C9300L-48P-4G-E provides
cost-effective enterprise switching with high availability, PoE+
support, and integrated security. It supports StackWise-320 with up
to 320 Gbps stacking bandwidth, ensuring scalability and simplified
management for growing networks.
This model runs Cisco IOS XE and is compatible with Cisco DNA Center for automation, assurance, and policy-based segmentation via SD-Access (with optional license upgrades).
Product Features
48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 PoE+ ports (up to 30W per port)
4 x 1G SFP fixed uplink ports
Network Essentials license with Layer 3 routing (RIP, OSPF, static)
StackWise-320 stacking with up to 8 units
MACsec 256-bit encryption for secure communications
Redundant power supply support
Fully managed through Cisco DNA Center, SNMP, CLI
Product Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Code | C9300L-48P-4G-E |
| Downlink Ports | 48 x 1G PoE+ RJ45 |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x 1G SFP (fixed) |
| PoE Standard | IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) |
| Power Budget | Up to 740W with dual power supplies |
| Stack Bandwidth | 320 Gbps (StackWise-320) |
| Software License | Network Essentials |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 104 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 77.38 Mpps |
| MACsec Encryption | Yes, 256-bit |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Management | Cisco DNA Center, CLI, NETCONF, SNMP |
| Form Factor | 1 RU (Rack-mountable) |
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Access Ports | Uplink Ports | Stack Bandwidth | PoE Type | License Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9300L-48P-4G-E | 48 x 1G PoE+ | 4 x 1G SFP | 320 Gbps | PoE+ | Network Essentials |
| C9300L-48P-4X-E | 48 x 1G PoE+ | 4 x 10G SFP+ | 320 Gbps | PoE+ | Network Essentials |
| C9300-48P-E | 48 x 1G PoE+ | Modular | 480 Gbps | PoE+ | Network Essentials |
| C9200-48P-E | 48 x 1G PoE+ | 4 x 1G SFP | 160 Gbps | PoE+ | Network Essentials |
Latest Models in Same Series Comparison
| Model | Access Ports | Uplink Ports | Power Budget | License Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9300L-48P-4X-E | 48 x 1G PoE+ | 4 x 10G SFP+ | Up to 740W | Network Essentials |
| C9300L-24P-4G-E | 24 x 1G PoE+ | 4 x 1G SFP | Up to 445W | Network Essentials |
| C9300L-48T-4G-E | 48 x 1G (non-PoE) | 4 x 1G SFP | N/A | Network Essentials |
