Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Full PoE IP Base | Layer 3, Enterprise — CON-C14OF-WSC294SL

Consolidate access switching and endpoint power in one platform designed for demanding campus networks. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Base gives infrastructure teams 48 PoE-enabled copper ports for phones, access points, cameras, and other powered devices without adding separate injectors or midspan hardware. Built for enterprise access layers, this model fits environments where uptime, port density, and operational consistency matter more than low-cost commodity switching. IP Base software supports the core Layer 3 and VLAN functions commonly required at the edge, helping segment traffic and maintain clean network boundaries across departments, floors, and buildings. For teams standardizing on Cisco access infrastructure, the 3850 family offers a familiar management model and a deployment profile suited to long service cycles. It is a practical choice when you need to power many endpoints, preserve rack space, and keep the access layer aligned with enterprise policy and lifecycle expectations. Ideal For Powering VoIP phones across a corporate office floor Connecting wireless access points in a campus wiring closet Supporting IP cameras and badge readers in a secure building Serving as an access-layer switch in a standardized Cisco campus design Why This Product 1 48 PoE ports for dense endpoint deployments 2 IP Base software for enterprise access control 3 Cisco-managed platform for standardized operations 4 Better fit for powered campus devices than basic unmanaged switches