Cisco WS-C3850-48U-S 48 Port MultiGig PoE+ Switch
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Product Specification
| Series | Catalyst 3850 |
| Port Count | 48x 10/100/1000 RJ-45 |
| Port Speed | 10/100/1000 Mb/s |
| PoE | PoE+ (802.3at, up to 30W per port) and Cisco UPOE (up to 60W per port) |
| Uplinks | Modular network module slot (module sold separately) |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gb/s |
Refurbished Β· Tested
Cisco Catalyst 3850 WS-C3850-48U-S 48-port Gigabit PoE+ access switch with StackWise-480 stacking for enterprise campus networks.
The Cisco WS-C3850-48U-S, listed under our SKU CS-WSC3850-12X48UL, is a refurbished Catalyst 3850 Series access switch. It is a 1 RU fixed-configuration model from the StackWise-480 generation of Catalyst switches running Cisco IOS XE. This unit provides 48 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ at up to 30 W per port against a 1100 W total PoE budget, plus 12 multigig (10G) ports. It carries the IP Base feature set for Layer 2 switching and static Layer 3 routing, and has one modular uplink slot. Buyers in Qatar use it to connect and power IP phones, wireless access points and cameras at the access layer of a campus or office network. It also suits adding port density to an existing Catalyst 3850 stack. Dual redundant power supply bays keep the switch running through a supply failure, and we hold units in Doha for replacement and expansion work.
CS-WSC3850-12X48ULSpecification
The Catalyst 3850 is a 1 RU stackable access switch. The figures below are Cisco's published values for the 48-port model. The PoE budget depends on the power supplies fitted, so plan powered endpoints against the supplies you install.
The uplink slot is empty until a network module is fitted. Catalyst 3850 modules offer Gigabit SFP or 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks, so choose the module that matches your distribution or core switch.
Installation
The switch mounts in a standard 19 inch rack and occupies one unit. Fit both power supplies if you need redundancy or the full PoE budget, and fit a network module in the uplink slot before connecting the switch to the rest of the network. When joining an existing stack, connect the StackWise-480 cables in a closed ring and power on the new member so it takes its configuration from the active switch. All stack members should run the same IOS XE release and feature set. For a standalone deployment, make the first configuration through the console port, then set up the Ethernet management port for remote access.
Part numbers and identification
Condition & testing
- Powered on and boot verified
- Ports tested, configuration reset to factory defaults
- Fully working; minor cosmetic marks are possible on refurbished units.
- 6-month warranty on every unit we sell, with installation and support across Qatar.
What ships with this device
Images are for illustration. The unit supplied is the one described in the specification and may differ cosmetically.
Our team in Doha answers specification and compatibility questions during working hours.
Ask on WhatsApp sales@serverdove.comDoes the WS-C3850-48U-S have Multigigabit ports?
No. Cisco's published specification for the WS-C3850-48U-S is 48 ports at 10/100/1000 Mb/s with UPOE. The Catalyst 3850 model with Multigigabit copper is the WS-C3850-12X48U, which has 12 ports supporting 100 Mb/s to 10 Gb/s alongside 36 Gigabit ports. Check the part number on the switch label if Multigigabit is a requirement.
What does the U and the S mean in WS-C3850-48U-S?
The U marks the UPOE variant, meaning all 48 ports can deliver Cisco Universal PoE at up to 60W as well as standard PoE+ at 30W. The S suffix denotes the IP Base licence, which adds Layer 3 features such as static routing to the Layer 2 feature set. An L suffix would indicate LAN Base and an E suffix IP Services.
Does this switch include uplink ports?
Uplinks are provided by a modular network module slot on the front of the chassis. A module must be fitted to use fibre uplinks. Options include the C3850-NM-4-1G with four 1G SFP ports, the C3850-NM-2-10G and the C3850-NM-4-10G, which provide SFP+ ports for 10G connections to the distribution or core layer.
How many Catalyst 3850 switches can be stacked?
StackWise-480 supports up to nine Catalyst 3850 switches in one stack, managed as a single logical switch with one IP address and configuration. Stacking bandwidth is 480 Gb/s. Stack cables in the STACK-T1 range connect the rear stacking ports. The 3850 does not stack with Catalyst 3750-X or 9300 models.
What power supplies does the WS-C3850-48U-S use?
It takes PWR-C1 series modular supplies in two rear bays: the 350W, 715W and 1100W AC units and the 440W DC unit. Available PoE power depends on the supplies fitted, so UPOE deployments normally use the 1100W supply, and a second supply adds redundancy and more PoE capacity. StackPower can also share power between stack members.
Can the IP Base feature set route between VLANs?
Yes. IP Base supports inter-VLAN routing with static routes, along with VLANs, QoS and ACLs, which suits access switches routing locally in a campus design. Advanced dynamic routing protocols such as full OSPF, BGP and EIGRP, and features like VRF, require the IP Services licence.
Is the WS-C3850-48U-S suitable for wireless access points?
Yes. With PoE+ at 30W and UPOE at up to 60W on every port, it can power current enterprise access points, including models that need more than 802.3at provides. The Catalyst 3850 also has an integrated wireless controller capability on IOS XE, subject to the appropriate access point licences.
What does refurbished mean at ServerDove?
Off-lease or decommissioned enterprise hardware that we clean, test and reset in Doha. Every unit goes through POST, burn-in, memory and drive checks and a power-supply check, with firmware and BIOS returned to defaults and drives securely erased.
Can I ask about the exact unit before I buy?
Yes. Message us the SKU on WhatsApp and we will confirm the condition and configuration of the unit in stock, with photos if you want them.
How fast is delivery in Qatar?
Orders ship from Doha and arrive within one working day anywhere in Qatar. Delivery is free on orders over QAR 300.
Can I collect in person?
Yes, from Nuaija Office 7, Doha, usually within 24 hours of ordering. Choose pick-up at checkout and we will message you when it is ready.
What warranty is included?
A 6-month hardware warranty from the delivery date, covering the unit as supplied. If a part fails we repair or replace it. Full terms are on the warranty page.
What is your return policy?
If the unit arrives faulty or not as described, tell us and we will collect it and replace or refund it. Full terms are on the Refund Policy page.
Which payment methods do you accept?
Visa, Mastercard and American Express online. Bank transfer is available for company orders; contact us for details.
Is the price shown the final price?
Yes. The price shown is what you pay; nothing is added at checkout, and every order ships with an invoice in your name or your company's name.
Why buy refurbished
Enterprise hardware, tested in Doha, at a fraction of the price of new
Every unit we sell has already proven itself in a data centre. We test it again, grade it, and back it with a warranty before it leaves our stock.
Tested before it ships
POST, burn-in, memory and power-supply checks on every unit. Anything that fails is repaired or pulled from stock, not sold.
Same performance, lower cost
A Xeon runs the same workloads whether it is new or two years old. Spend the difference on more CPUs, memory or storage.
In stock, not on order
New enterprise hardware can take weeks or months to arrive. Ours is on the shelf in Doha and delivered across Qatar within a day.
Warranty and local support
Every unit is covered. Installation, configuration and hardware support are handled by our own team in Qatar, not a call centre abroad.