This Cisco Catalyst 3650 Layer 3 switch is perfect for enterprise organizations, data centers, and large campus networks requiring high-performance, scalable switching infrastructure. Our 48 port Gigabit stackable solution delivers:
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Enterprise-grade Layer 3 routing with advanced traffic management and VLAN capabilities
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Stackable architecture supporting up to 9 units for 432 total Gigabit ports
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High-speed data transfer with line-rate performance across all ports
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Cisco IOS XE compatibility ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure
Key Features
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48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports for comprehensive network connectivity
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4 x 10GbE uplink ports for high-speed backbone connections
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StackWise-480 technology with 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth
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Advanced Layer 3 routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP
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Flexible network deployment supporting access and distribution layers
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Energy-efficient design with Cisco EnergyWise technology
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Model Number |
WS-C3650-48TD-S-RF |
| Type |
Layer 3 Stackable Ethernet Switch |
| Port Configuration |
48 x 10/100/1000 + 4 x 10GbE SFP+ |
| Switching Capacity |
176 Gbps (single unit) |
| Forwarding Rate |
130.95 Mpps |
| Stacking Bandwidth |
480 Gbps StackWise-480 |
| Maximum Stack Units |
9 units (432 access ports total) |
| Routing Protocols |
Static, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP |
| VLAN Support |
4,094 VLANs |
| Form Factor |
1RU rack-mountable |
| Compatible Systems |
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Stack |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How does stacking benefit large enterprise deployments?
A: The Cisco Catalyst 3650 stackable design allows up to 9 switches to operate as a single logical unit with 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth, providing simplified management, increased redundancy, and seamless scaling for growing networks.
Q: What Layer 3 capabilities does this enterprise switch provide?
A: This Layer 3 switch supports advanced routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP, plus inter-VLAN routing, policy-based routing, and comprehensive QoS features for enterprise-grade traffic management.
Q: Is this switch suitable for data center aggregation?
A: Yes, with 4 x 10GbE uplink ports and high-density Gigabit access ports, it's ideal for data center Top-of-Rack deployments and campus network distribution layers requiring high-performance connectivity.
Q: What makes this Cisco switch future-ready for enterprise networks?
A: The switch runs Cisco IOS XE operating system with support for software-defined networking (SDN), network programmability APIs, and advanced security features, ensuring compatibility with evolving enterprise network requirements.
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Layer 3 switch WS-C3650-48TD-S-RF with 48 Gigabit ports and stackable design for enterprise networking solutions.
