Description
The Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48P-4G-E is a next-generation enterprise access switch designed for secure, scalable, and high-performance campus networks. It is part of the industry-leading
Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series,
which is widely deployed across enterprise, government, and service provider environments
Built for modern digital networks, this switch supports Software-Defined Access (SD-Access), advanced automation, and IoT-ready infrastructure. It delivers high-density Gigabit Ethernet switching with Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) to support IP phones, wireless access points, CCTV systems, and enterprise IoT devices.
The C9300L series is optimized for fixed uplink deployments, making it a cost-efficient yet powerful solution for organizations requiring reliable Layer 2 and Layer 3 access switching with strong security and scalability.
Key Features of Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48P-4G-E
- 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports
- 4 × 1G SFP uplink interfaces for flexible connectivity
- StackWise-320 technology with up to 320 Gbps stacking bandwidth
- Supports Cisco IOS XE (Network Essentials / Network Advantage)
- Advanced security, segmentation, and policy enforcement
- Optimized for SD-Access and intent-based networking
- Hardware-accelerated QoS and ACL processing
- Supports IPv4, IPv6, and multicast routing at scale
Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48P-4G-E Technical Specifications (Datasheet Based)
Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48P-4G-E Datasheet Specification |
| Downlink Ports | 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ |
| Uplink Ports | 4 × 1G SFP |
| Switching Capacity | 56 Gbps – 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 41.66 Mpps – 130.95 Mpps |
| Stacking Technology | StackWise-320 |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 320 Gbps |
| MAC Address Table | 32,000 entries |
| IPv4 Routes | 32,000 total (24,000 direct + 8,000 indirect) |
| IPv6 Routes | 16,000 |
| ACL Scale | 5,120 entries |
| QoS Scale | 5,120 entries |
| NetFlow (FNF) | 64,000 flows |
| DRAM | 8 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| VLAN Support | Up to 4,094 VLANs |
| Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 1,000 |
| Jumbo Frame Support | Up to 9,198 bytes |
| Packet Buffer | 16 MB per SKU |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Design | Fixed uplink, stackable enterprise switch |
Why Choose Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48P-4G-E?
This switch is engineered for enterprises requiring secure, scalable, and future-ready network infrastructure. With advanced stacking, high PoE budget support, and Cisco DNA integration, it enables organizations to build resilient campus and branch networks.
It is especially suitable for:
- Enterprise campus networks
- Branch office deployments
- Wi-Fi 6 access point powering
- IP surveillance and IoT systems
- Secure SD-Access architecture deployments
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is Cisco C9300L-48P-4G-E used for?
It is used as an enterprise access layer switch for secure connectivity, PoE+ device powering, and high-performance LAN switching.
2. Does the C9300L-48P-4G-E support PoE+?
Yes, it supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+ to power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and IP cameras.
3. What is StackWise-320?
StackWise-320 allows multiple switches to operate as a single logical unit with up to 320 Gbps stacking bandwidth.
4. What uplinks does this model support?
It includes 4 × 1G SFP uplink ports for high-speed network aggregation and backbone connectivity.
5. Is this switch suitable for SD-Access?
Yes, it is fully optimized for Cisco SD-Access, enabling automation, segmentation, and policy-based networking.
6. What is the difference between C9300 and C9300L?
C9300L models feature fixed uplinks for cost efficiency, while standard C9300 models support modular uplink expansion.
