Overview
Overview of Cisco Meraki Catalyst C9300L‑48P‑4X‑M 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Switch | New
The Cisco Meraki Catalyst C9300L-48P-4X-M 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Switch is a high-density Layer 3 enterprise switch intended for contemporary networks on campuses, branches and digital workspaces. It provides scalable wired connectivity for IP phones, access points, cameras and other PoE-powered devices by combining 48 Gigabit PoE+ access ports with 4 x 1/10 Gigabit uplinks. This 48-port PoE+ managed switch is designed for centralized visibility, easy deployment and robust network segmentation. It is built on the Catalyst 9300L-M platform and is controlled by Cisco Meraki cloud tools. It is a sensible option for businesses that require dependable performance and simpler daily IT operations because of its 505 W PoE+ budget, stackable architecture and Layer 3 capabilities.
Key Features of Cisco Meraki Catalyst C9300L-48P-4X-M
• 48 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ access ports for high-density device connectivity.
• 4 x 1/10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports for fast aggregation and backbone connections.
• 505 W PoE+ power budget to support phones, cameras and wireless access points.
• Layer 3 managed switch functionality with routing and enterprise network control.
• Cisco Meraki dashboard management for centralized cloud-based monitoring and configuration.
• Stackable design with support for high-bandwidth switch stacking and scalable expansion.
• Rack-mountable 1U chassis for clean deployment in standard network racks.
• Enterprise security and policy tools including ACLs, VLAN support, 802.1X, DHCP snooping and storm control.
Benefits of Cisco Meraki Catalyst C9300L-48P-4X-M
🗹 Power and connect a large number of endpoints from a single access switch, reducing infrastructure complexity.
🗹 Simplify IT management with Meraki cloud control, remote visibility and easier troubleshooting across locations.
🗹 Support voice, video, wireless and IoT deployments with PoE+ and high-speed uplinks built for modern networks.
🗹 Improve uptime and scalability with a stackable, rack-ready design that grows with your environment.
🗹 Strengthen network segmentation and access control with Layer 3 features and enterprise security policies.
🗹 Reduce operational overhead by using centralized automation instead of managing every switch separately.
Specifications
Specifications for Cisco Meraki Catalyst C9300L‑48P‑4X‑M 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Switch | New
| Manufacturer | Cisco |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9300L‑48P‑4X‑M |
| Product Name | Cisco Meraki Catalyst C9300L‑48P‑4X‑M 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Switch |
| Product Type | Switch |
Enclosure Type | Rack-mountable 1U |
Subtype | Gigabit Ethernet |
Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 (PoE+) + 4 x 1/10 Gigabit (uplink) |
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) | PoE+ |
PoE Budget | 505 W |
Performance | Switching capacity: 176 Gbps ¦ Forwarding rate: 130.95 Mpps ¦ Forwarding rate with stacking: 369.05 Mpps ¦ Stacking bandwidth: 496 Gbps |
Capacity | Priority queues: 8 ¦ Maximum number of VLANs: 4094 ¦ Active VLANs: 1000 ¦ Link aggregation ports: 8 |
MAC Address Table Size | 32000 entries |
Max Units In A Stack | 8 |
Routing Protocol | Static IP routing, STP, OSPFv2, VRRP |
Remote Management Protocol | SNMP, Syslog, DHCP |
Authentication Method | RADIUS |
Features | ACL support, ZTP, firmware upgradable, push notification, QoS, DSCP to CoS mapping, VLAN support, VLAN trunking, BPDU Guard, Root Guard, Loop Guard, UDLD, Broadcast Storm Control, CDP, port mirroring, IGMP snooping, Multicast filtering function, Multicast routing, DHCP server, DHCP relay, RBAC, 802.1x authentication, MAB, Port Security, DHCP snooping, DAI, 3 fans |
Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1ab (LLDP), IEEE 802.3ad (LACP), IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3af, IEEE 802.3at |
Status Indicators | Status |
Interfaces | 48 x 1000Base-T RJ-45 PoE+ - 30 W ¦ 4 x 1/10GBase-X SFP+ uplink ¦ 2 x network stack device ¦ 1 x management |
Power Device | Internal power supply - hot-plug |
Installed Qty | 1 |
Max Supported Qty | 2 |
Power Redundancy | Yes |
Power Provided | 715 Watt |
Voltage Required | AC |
Power Consumption Stand by | 67.4 Watt |
Rack Mounting Kit | Included |
MTBF | 309,020 hours |
Compliant Standards | RoHS, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS 60950-1, FCC CFR 47 Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, CISPR 22 Class A, CNS 13438, EN 300 386 V1.6.1, EN 55022 Class A, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, KN32, TCVN 7189 Class A, EN 55032, CISPR 32 Class A, V-2/2015.04, V-3/2015.04, VCCI-CISPR 32 Class A, CISPR 24, EN55024, KN35, TCVN 7317 |
Width | 17.5 in |
Depth | 17.7 in |
Height | 1.7 in |
Weight | 15.5 lbs |
Min Operating Temperature | 23 °F |
Max Operating Temperature | 113 °F |
Humidity Range Operating | 5 - 90% |
User Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Cisco Meraki Catalyst C9300L-48P-4X-M 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Switch
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
What is the Cisco C9300L-48P-4X-M used for?
The Cisco C9300L-48P-4X-M is used to connect, manage, and power network devices such as access points, IP phones and security cameras in enterprise and business environments.
How many ports does it have?
It features 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports along with 4x 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed connectivity.
Does it support PoE+?
Yes, it provides PoE+ power, allowing you to power devices like IP phones, wireless access points and cameras through the network cable.
What is Meraki cloud management?
Meraki cloud management enables centralized control, monitoring, and troubleshooting through a web-based dashboard accessible from anywhere.
Does it support traditional Cisco management?
Yes, it supports Cisco IOS-XE, allowing advanced configuration via CLI for hybrid management flexibility.
Is it suitable for enterprise use?
Yes, it is designed for enterprise networks, campus environments and branch deployments requiring high performance and reliability.
Can it be stacked?
Yes, it supports stacking, allowing multiple switches to operate as a single unit for scalability and redundancy.
Does it support Layer 3 routing?
Yes, it includes advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features for routing and traffic management.
What are SFP+ ports used for?
SFP+ ports are used for high-speed 10G uplink connections to core switches or network backbones.
Is it rack-mountable?
Yes, it is designed for standard rack installation in server rooms or network closets.
Does it support VLANs?
Yes, VLAN support enables network segmentation for improved security and performance.
Is it secure?
Yes, it includes enterprise-grade security features such as access control, segmentation and threat protection.
Can it power IP cameras?
Yes, its PoE+ ports can power IP cameras and other connected devices.
Is remote management supported?
Yes, it can be managed remotely through the Meraki cloud dashboard.
Does it require a license?
Yes, Meraki cloud management typically requires an active license.
Is it energy efficient?
Yes, it is designed to optimize power usage while maintaining high performance.
Can it handle high traffic loads?
Yes, it is built for high-performance networking and can handle demanding workloads.
Is it easy to deploy?
Yes, cloud-based management and zero-touch provisioning simplify deployment.
Does it support QoS?
Yes, it includes Quality of Service (QoS) features to prioritize critical traffic.
Why choose the C9300L-48P-4X-M?
Its combination of Cisco’s proven hardware reliability, cloud-based management, robust PoE+ capabilities and scalability makes it a top-tier solution for modern enterprise networking.