Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Base | Layer 3 Enterprise — CON-NCFTS-CS5ZK9BR

Maintain stable access-layer performance across phones, cameras, wireless access points, and other powered endpoints with the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Base. This platform is designed for enterprise networks that need consistent PoE delivery, centralized management, and the control features expected in a campus switching layer. With 48 PoE ports, the switch supports dense endpoint deployments without adding separate power injectors or midspan hardware. IP Base feature support gives network teams the core capabilities needed for segmentation and day-to-day operations in structured enterprise environments. That makes it a practical fit for organizations standardizing on Cisco switching while keeping the access layer clean, manageable, and easier to scale. For IT teams comparing options, this model stands out where uptime, port density, and operational consistency matter more than entry-level pricing. It is a strong choice for environments that need a proven access switch foundation for voice, video, wireless, and general enterprise connectivity. Ideal For Powering VoIP phones across a corporate office floor Connecting wireless access points in a campus IDF Supporting IP cameras in a security-focused building network Serving as the access switch in a Cisco-standardized enterprise closet Why This Product 1 48 powered ports for dense endpoint access 2 Cisco IP Base for core enterprise switching features 3 Managed Layer 3 operation for segmented networks 4 Better fit for standardized Cisco campus environments than entry-level switches