Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Full PoE IP Base | Layer 3 Enterprise Switch — CON-NCFBS-ASRIPSHW

Support dense edge deployments with the Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Base, designed to power and connect a large mix of phones, access points, cameras, and endpoints from a single access switch. With 48 PoE ports, this platform reduces the need for separate power injectors and simplifies rack design in wiring closets where port density matters. IP Base software provides the switching foundation expected in enterprise access networks, giving IT teams a practical control point for segmentation and day-to-day operations. The Catalyst 3850 family is commonly selected when organizations want a managed access switch that can anchor campus closets, support converged voice and data traffic, and fit into standardized Cisco environments. This model is a strong fit when uptime, port count, and power delivery matter more than entry-level pricing. It is built for teams that need a proven access switch architecture rather than a low-cost commodity device, especially where PoE budgets and operational consistency affect the entire floor or building. Ideal For Campus access switching for office floors with mixed endpoint density PoE deployment for VoIP phones, wireless access points, and IP cameras Wiring closet consolidation in standardized Cisco network environments Access-layer replacement where port count and power delivery are priorities Why This Product 1 48 powered ports for dense access deployments 2 Cisco Catalyst platform for enterprise campus networks 3 IP Base software for practical switching control 4 Better fit for standardized closets than entry-level PoE switches