Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Full PoE IP Base | Layer 3 Enterprise Switch — CON-NCFTS-CS8QK9KI

Keep critical edge devices connected and powered from a single access switch. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port Full PoE IP Base is built for enterprise access layers where phones, cameras, access points, and workstations need consistent connectivity and centralized control. With 48 PoE ports, it reduces the need for separate power injectors and simplifies closet design in dense deployments. IP Base provides the management foundation expected in structured campus networks, giving IT teams the control needed for segmentation, policy enforcement, and day-to-day operations. This class of Catalyst switch is a strong fit when you need more than basic unmanaged switching: you need a platform that can anchor a wired edge, support powered endpoints, and integrate cleanly into a larger Cisco environment. For organizations standardizing on Cisco infrastructure, the 3850 family offers a practical balance of port density, PoE capability, and enterprise switching features. It is especially well suited to access closets where uptime, cable discipline, and device consolidation matter more than lowest-cost hardware. Ideal For Deploy in enterprise wiring closets serving VoIP phones and desktop endpoints Power IP cameras and access points in campus and branch environments Standardize access-layer switching across Cisco-based network estates Replace mixed injector-based edge designs with centralized PoE switching Why This Product 1 48 PoE ports for dense endpoint power and connectivity 2 Cisco IP Base for managed enterprise access control 3 Layer 3 capability for routed campus edge designs 4 Better fit for standardized Cisco environments than basic unmanaged switches