Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Full PoE IP Base | Layer 3 Enterprise — CON-NCFOS-ISR4431A

Consolidate the wired edge with 48 full PoE ports and Cisco Catalyst 3850 access-layer software built for enterprise switching. This platform is designed for environments that need consistent power delivery to phones, wireless access points, and surveillance devices while keeping the network segmented and manageable. IP Base provides the control expected in mature campus and branch deployments, with the switching foundation needed to support access-layer policies without moving to a more complex feature set than the environment requires. That makes this model a strong fit when you need dependable PoE density, predictable operation, and a Cisco access switch that aligns with established infrastructure standards. For teams standardizing on Catalyst, the 3850 family offers a practical balance of port density, power delivery, and operational familiarity. It is well suited to refresh projects where uptime, cable simplification, and long-term supportability matter more than chasing lower-cost hardware with thinner feature depth. Ideal For Deploying powered access for VoIP phones in office floors Connecting wireless access points in campus IDF closets Supporting IP camera networks in security-focused buildings RefreJTFng branch access switches with Cisco-standard management Why This Product 1 48 powered ports for dense access-layer deployments 2 Cisco Catalyst platform for standardized enterprise operations 3 IP Base software for established switching control 4 Full PoE support for phones, APs, and cameras