Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Full PoE IP Base | Enterprise Access Switch — CON-L1NBD-C6824GXL

Deliver power and connectivity at the access layer with the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Base. This switch is designed for enterprise networks that need to connect and power a large number of endpoints from a single chassis, reducing the need for separate power injectors and simplifying closet design. With 48 PoE-capable ports, it is a strong fit for IP phones, wireless access points, cameras, and other powered devices that depend on stable network access. The Catalyst 3850 family is widely used in campus environments where managed switching, VLAN segmentation, and Layer 3 capabilities are important for keeping traffic organized and predictable. The value of this model is in its balance of port density and operational control. Instead of filling a rack with smaller switches, teams can consolidate access connections into one platform that is easier to standardize, monitor, and support. For organizations that want dependable PoE delivery and Cisco switching in a proven enterprise access role, this model offers a practical foundation for wired edge infrastructure. Ideal For Powering IP phones across a corporate office floor Connecting wireless access points in a campus wiring closet Supporting security cameras and powered endpoints in a branch site Consolidating access switching for a dense enterprise edge Why This Product 1 More port density than small access switches 2 Built for powered endpoints instead of data-only connections 3 Better suited to enterprise closets than unmanaged switches 4 Adds Layer 3 and VLAN control for segmented networks