Cisco Switch C9200L-48P-4X-E

Switch Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48P-4X-E 48x1GbE PoE+ 4x10GbE SFP+ uplink 1xPSU

Description Overview

The Cisco C9200L-48P-4X-E is a managed enterprise network switch from the Cisco Catalyst 9200L Series designed for medium to large LAN access deployments (campus or branch). 

Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48P-4X-E is a fixed-configuration Layer 2/Layer 3 switch with plentiful PoE+ ports and high-speed uplinks. A reliable Cisco access-layer switch used in business and campus networks to connect and power end devices while providing secure, high-performance network connectivity.

Key Specs

• Ports:
  • 48 × 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet PoE+ ports for access devices (IP phones, APs, cameras, etc.)
  • 4 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks for high-speed backbone connectivity

• PoE Power Budget: ~740 W with the default internal power supply (more with optional secondary PSU)

• Switching Capacity: ~176 Gbps

• Forwarding Rate: ~261.9 Mpps

• Software: Cisco Network Essentials (managed via Cisco IOS XE)

• Stacking: Supports Cisco StackWise (80 Gbps bandwidth for stacking multiple units)

• Memory/Storage: ~2 GB DRAM + 4 GB flash

• Layer Features: L2 switching and basic L3 routing (OSPF, EIGRP stub, RIP, static routes)

Key Features

Connectivity & Performance

• 48 × Gigabit PoE+ Ethernet ports – Delivers data and up to 30 W power per port for devices like APs, phones, and cameras.

• 4 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks – High-speed uplink connectivity to core or aggregation switches.

• High switching capacity & throughput – Designed to handle heavy traffic in enterprise environments.

Software & Manageability

• Cisco IOS XE with Network Essentials – Enterprise-grade OS with routing, automation, and programmability support.

• Advanced network monitoring – Full Flexible NetFlow and streaming telemetry support for visibility.

• Plug and Play (PnP) deployment support – Simplifies provisioning of new switches.

Security

• MACsec encryption & Trustworthy Systems – Protects data on the network and devices from interception or tampering.

• Policy-based segmentation – Enforces security rules based on user/device roles.

Routing & Scalability

• Layer 3 capabilities — Supports protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, RIP, and routed access.

• StackWise stacking support – Combine multiple switches into one logical unit (StackWise-80+).

Hardware Resiliency

• Redundant fans and power options – Ensures high availability and uptime.

• UADP 2.0 ASIC architecture – Optimized performance with programmable pipeline.

Advantages

High Performance

• Handles demanding traffic — PoE+ combined with 10 Gb uplinks supports bandwidth-intensive applications like video, VoIP, and cloud services.

• Future-ready backbone integration — 10G uplinks allow seamless growth in network infrastructure.

Simplified Network Management

• Centralized control tools — Integrates with Cisco DNA Center for provisioning, monitoring, and troubleshooting across your network.

• Reduced admin overhead — Intuitive software and automation capabilities lower operational complexity.

Flexible & Cost-Effective Deployment

• PoE+ reduces cabling cost — Delivers power and data over one cable, reducing installation costs and clutter.

• Adaptable connectivity — Supports both fiber and copper uplinks for various deployment scenarios.

Enterprise-Grade Security

• Built-in encryption and advanced security features protect the edge of the network without additional hardware.

Scalable Architecture

• Easy to scale as business grows due to stacking and high-speed uplinks.

What It’s Good For

🔹 High uptime: Fixed redundant fans and robust PSU options.
🔹 Scalability: Can be stacked with other 9200L switches for simplified management.
🔹 Enterprise capabilities: Security features like 802.1X, MAC-sec, QoS, NetFlow and automation telemetry support.

Typical Applications

✅ Enterprise LAN Access

Used as an access switch in corporate and campus networks to connect end‑user devices such as PCs, VoIP phones, and printers.

✅ Powering PoE Devices

Provides Power over Ethernet (PoE+) to devices like wireless access points, IP cameras, and VoIP phones without needing separate power supplies.

✅ Branch Office Networking

Ideal for small to medium branch offices that need a reliable, easily managed switch with secure connectivity and PoE support.

✅ Network Edge for Wireless Deployments

Serves as the edge switch for wireless infrastructure, powering Wi‑Fi 6/6E access points and backhauling traffic to the core network.

✅ Converged Data & Voice Networks

Supports both data and voice traffic in enterprise environments with quality‑of‑service (QoS) capabilities.

✅ Basic Layer‑3 Routing

Used in routed access scenarios where inter‑VLAN routing and basic dynamic routing (e.g., OSPF, EIGRP) are needed.

✅ Stacked Campus Switches

Can be stacked with other Catalyst 9200L switches to simplify management and increase port capacity while acting as a unified access layer.

✅ Secure Network Edge

Implements security services like 802.1X authentication and MACsec encryption to protect users and devices at the network edge.

Licensing

The unit comes with Network Essentials by default, which covers most campus access needs; advanced features require higher-tier licensing (Network Advantage or Cisco DNA subscriptions)