Cisco Catalyst 3850 12-Port 10G Fiber Switch IP Services | Enterprise — CON-L1NBD-C11618TE

Move traffic with confidence across fiber-connected enterprise networks using the Cisco Catalyst 3850 12-port 10G Fiber Switch with IP Services. This platform is designed for organizations that need more than basic switching: it brings high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity together with IP Services capabilities suited to routed campus, aggregation, and distribution roles. For teams consolidating traffic from access switches, virtualization hosts, storage networks, or high-demand workgroups, 12 ports of 10G fiber provide the density needed to reduce oversubscription and keep latency-sensitive applications responsive. The IP Services feature set supports more advanced Layer 3 requirements, making it a strong fit where static switching is not enough and network segmentation, routing, and policy control matter. Cisco Catalyst hardware earns its place in enterprise environments by holding the line on performance and operational consistency. This model is a practical choice when the network must absorb growth without forcing a redesign, and when the cost of a weak aggregation layer shows up immediately in user experience, backup windows, and application performance. Ideal For Aggregating traffic from access switches in a campus network Connecting virtualization hosts or storage systems over 10G fiber Supporting routed distribution layers in enterprise environments Reducing congestion on high-demand network segments Why This Product 1 Offers 12 10G fiber ports for denser uplink capacity 2 Includes IP Services for routed enterprise network designs 3 Fits aggregation roles better than basic access switches 4 Supports higher-throughput environments where 1G switching is not enough