Cisco-Catalyst WS-C3750X-48T-S
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3750X-48T-S is a 48-port Gigabit Ethernet Layer 3 managed switch designed for enterprise campus, access-layer, distribution, and branch network deployments. It provides 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet ports, modular uplink support, StackWise Plus technology, advanced security and QoS, and Cisco IOS software with the IP Base feature set.
Description
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3750X-48T-S is part of the Cisco Catalyst 3750-X Series, an enterprise-class stackable switch family designed for high-performance and resilient network access and distribution deployments.
The switch provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports, supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity for workstations, servers, printers, IP phones, wireless infrastructure, and other Ethernet-enabled devices. The 48T model does not provide integrated PoE, making it appropriate for installations where connected devices have independent power sources or where external power solutions are used.
The WS-C3750X-48T-S features a modular uplink architecture, allowing compatible network modules to provide additional Gigabit or higher-speed uplink connectivity. This flexibility makes the switch suitable for connecting the access layer to aggregation and core network infrastructure.
The switch supports StackWise Plus, allowing compatible Catalyst 3750-X switches to operate together as a single logical switching system. StackWise Plus provides up to 64 Gbps of stack interconnect bandwidth, enabling scalable deployments while simplifying network management.
The WS-C3750X-48T-S runs Cisco IOS Software and supports enterprise Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality. Depending on the installed software feature set, capabilities include VLANs, trunking, STP/RSTP/MST, EtherChannel, static routing, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, IPv4/IPv6 functionality, QoS, multicast, and enterprise security.
Security capabilities include 802.1X authentication, port security, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, ACLs, and Cisco TrustSec-related capabilities, helping organizations control access and protect network resources.
The -S suffix identifies the IP Base software feature set, providing core enterprise switching and Layer 3 functionality.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product | Cisco Catalyst WS-C3750X-48T-S |
| Product Type | Layer 3 Managed Ethernet Switch |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 3750-X |
| Form Factor | 1U Rack-Mount |
| Downlink Ports | 48 × 10/100/1000BASE-T |
| PoE | Not Integrated |
| Uplink Architecture | Modular |
| Stacking Technology | StackWise Plus |
| Stack Bandwidth | Up to 64 Gbps |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS |
| Layer 2 Switching | Supported |
| Layer 3 Routing | Supported |
| IPv4 / IPv6 | Supported |
| Static Routing | Supported |
| RIP | Supported |
| OSPF | Supported depending on software |
| EIGRP | Supported depending on software |
| VLANs | Supported |
| QoS | Supported |
| 802.1X | Supported |
| ACLs | Supported |
| DHCP Snooping | Supported |
| Dynamic ARP Inspection | Supported |
| IP Source Guard | Supported |
| EtherChannel | Supported |
| STP / RSTP / MST | Supported |
| Software Feature Set | IP Base |
| Management | CLI / Web / SNMP |
| Rack Height | 1U |
Key Features & Benefits
- 48 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports
- 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connectivity
- No integrated PoE
- Modular uplink architecture
- StackWise Plus stacking technology
- Up to 64 Gbps stacking bandwidth
- Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching
- Cisco IOS software
- IP Base feature set
- IPv4 and IPv6 support
- VLAN and trunking
- EtherChannel
- STP/RSTP/MST
- Static routing
- Enterprise routing capabilities
- Advanced QoS
- 802.1X authentication
- DHCP Snooping
- Dynamic ARP Inspection
- IP Source Guard
- ACL support
- Enterprise security features
- Compact 1U rack-mount design
Recommended Applications
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3750X-48T-S is suitable for:
- Enterprise Campus Networks
- Corporate LAN Infrastructure
- Access-Layer Switching
- Distribution Networks
- Branch Offices
- Server & Workstation Connectivity
- Network Aggregation
- Education Networks
- Healthcare Networks
- Government Networks
- High-Density Office Networks
- Stacked Enterprise Switching



