Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Data LAN Base | Layer 3 Enterprise Switch — CON-SNC-C9136IZX

Maintain reliable access-layer performance with the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Data LAN Base. Built for enterprise LAN environments, this 48-port switch gives infrastructure teams a stable foundation for wired connectivity, policy control, and day-to-day network operations. The Catalyst 3850 family is designed for organizations that need more than basic switching. It supports managed deployment in campus and branch networks, where predictable behavior, clear administration, and long service life matter more than short-term savings. LAN Base positioning makes it a practical fit for access-layer roles that do not require advanced feature sets, while still delivering the Cisco operational model many teams standardize on. For procurement teams, this model sits in the right place when the goal is to refresh aging access hardware without overbuying capabilities that will never be used. For network architects, it offers a familiar platform for structured switching deployments where consistency, supportability, and vendor alignment are the priority. Choose this switch when you need a proven access-layer platform that supports enterprise operations with the discipline and reliability expected from Cisco Catalyst infrastructure. Ideal For Access-layer switching for enterprise office floors Network refresh projects replacing aging 48-port access switches Branch office wired connectivity for user endpoints and printers Standardized campus LAN deployments under centralized IT control Why This Product 1 More capable than unmanaged access switches 2 Better fit for standardized enterprise LANs than consumer-grade hardware 3 Layer 3 support broadens deployment options beyond basic switching 4 Cisco Catalyst platform aligns with established IT operations