Cisco Catalyst 3850 12-Port 10G Fiber Switch IP Base | Layer 3, Enterprise — CON-L1NBD-WSDC3658

Keep critical network segments moving with a Cisco Catalyst 3850 built for 10G fiber connectivity and IP Base operation. This switch fits environments that need dependable Layer 3 control, clean uplink aggregation, and a management model familiar to enterprise infrastructure teams. With 12 high-speed fiber ports, it is well suited for connecting distribution points, server closets, and bandwidth-sensitive edge segments where copper uplinks create bottlenecks. Cisco Catalyst 3850 platforms are commonly selected when organizations want consistent policy enforcement, VLAN segmentation, and a switch family that integrates cleanly into established Cisco operations. IP Base gives you the core capabilities needed for routed access and controlled network segmentation without moving into unnecessary licensing tiers. That makes this model a practical fit for procurement teams balancing performance, lifecycle consistency, and budget discipline. For organizations standardizing on Cisco switching, it offers a familiar operational path with the port density and fiber speed needed to support modern traffic patterns. Ideal For Aggregate access switches in a campus distribution layer Connect server racks that require 10G fiber uplinks Support routed access in enterprise branch or headquarters networks Standardize switching in Cisco-based infrastructure environments Why This Product 1 12 x 10G fiber ports for high-speed uplinks 2 Layer 3 support for routed access designs 3 IP Base tier for core enterprise switching needs 4 Cisco Catalyst platform for standardized operations