Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port PoE IP Base

Sustain wired access and powered endpoints from a single campus switch built for dense edge deployments. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port PoE IP Base brings 48 PoE ports and Cisco IP Base capabilities to access-layer networks that need stable performance, centralized control, and room to grow. Power access devices with 48 PoE ports for phones, cameras, and wireless access points Support enterprise edge traffic using Cisco IP Base licensing for access-layer control Consolidate network and power delivery with a single managed campus switch platform Reduce closet complexity via integrated PoE for distributed endpoint deployments Maintain service continuity with a Catalyst platform designed for business-critical access networks Standardize branch and campus switching using a widely deployed Cisco access architecture Simplify endpoint expansion with 48 ports ready for wired and powered devices Fit dense access closets where port availability and PoE capacity drive purchasing decisions Key Features 48-port PoE access switch Cisco Catalyst 3850 platform IP Base feature set Enterprise managed switching Access-layer deployment focus PoE support for powered endpoints Designed for campus and branch closets FAQ What type of network is this switch designed for? It is designed for enterprise access-layer networks, especially campus and branch closets that need PoE and managed switching. How many PoE ports does it provide? It provides 48 PoE ports for powered devices such as phones, cameras, and wireless access points. Is this switch managed? Yes. It is a managed Cisco Catalyst switch with IP Base capabilities. Why choose this model over a lower-cost access switch? It is a better fit when you need Cisco-managed control, higher port density, and integrated PoE for business-critical endpoints.