C9300-48U-A Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series 48-Port UPOE Managed Layer 3 Switch | Network Advantage

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Overview

The Cisco Catalyst C9300-48U-A is a high-performance enterprise access switch built for environments that demand advanced power delivery, deep Layer 3 intelligence, and long-term scalability. Designed as part of the Catalyst 9300 Series, this model supports full UPOE across all 48 ports, enabling reliable power and connectivity for modern edge devices.

As a core building block of Cisco's Software-Defined Access architecture, the C9300-48U-A delivers secure segmentation, advanced traffic visibility, and high-speed stacking. Its architecture supports high-density Wi-Fi 6, IoT deployments, and future-ready enterprise networks without increasing operational complexity.

Key Features

• Full UPOE support across all 48 ports for high-power edge devices
• Advanced Layer 3 routing with enterprise-scale forwarding capacity
• High-density stacking architecture for simplified campus expansion
• Integrated traffic visibility and application-level monitoring
• Built for secure, policy-driven enterprise access networks

Technical Specifications

Manufacturer: Cisco
Product Line: Cisco Catalyst
Product Series: 9300
Model: C9300-48U-A
Software Edition: Network Advantage
Product Type: Managed Layer 3 Switch
Form Factor: Rack-mountable

Ports & Interfaces

• 48 × 1000Base-T RJ-45 UPOE ports
• 1 × USB 2.0 port

Performance & Architecture

• StackWise-480 high-bandwidth stacking
• 16 MB packet buffer
• Enterprise-grade Layer 3 switching and routing

Network & Security Capabilities

• Access Control Lists (ACL)
• Quality of Service (QoS)
• 802.1X authentication
• MACsec encryption
• Control Plane Protection (CoPP)
• Flexible NetFlow (FNF)
• Remote Switch Port Analyzer (RSPAN)

Power & Reliability

• Cisco StackPower technology
• Redundant fan design
• Optimized for continuous enterprise operation

Included Software & Licensing

• Cisco ONE C9300 DNA Advantage 48-port term license
• Cisco ONE ISE Base and ISE Plus term licenses
• Cisco ONE StealthWatch flow licenses
• Cisco Part Number: C9300-48U-A

UPC: 00889728051606

Use Cases

The C9300-48U-A is well-suited for enterprise campus access layers, high-density Wi-Fi 6 environments, and IoT-rich networks that require both high power delivery and advanced routing. It is for corporate campuses, healthcare facilities, education networks, and large branch offices where scalability, security, and consistent performance are critical.

Why Choose the C9300-48U-A

• Supports full UPOE for demanding access points and IoT devices
• Designed for large-scale enterprise and campus deployments
• Enables secure segmentation and advanced policy enforcement
• Scales easily using high-speed stacking architecture
• Ships brand new with full Cisco manufacturer warranty

FAQs

What type of power does the C9300-48U-A support?

It provides full Universal Power over Ethernet (UPOE) on all 48 ports, supporting high-power edge devices.

Is this switch suitable for Wi-Fi 6 deployments?

Yes. It is for high-density wireless environments and modern access-point requirements.

Does this model support stacking?

Yes. It supports Cisco StackWise-480 for high-bandwidth stacking and simplified management.

What software license do we get?

The switch includes Network Advantage along with Cisco ONE DNA Advantage and related term licenses.