Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port PoE IP Base | Layer 3 Enterprise Switch — CON-NCFP-BE6HM5K9

Keep access-layer services stable with a switch platform designed for high-density PoE deployments. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 48 Port PoE IP Base gives network teams 48 powered Ethernet ports in a chassis built for campus aggregation, wired access, and endpoint consolidation. It is a strong fit when you need to support phones, access points, and other PoE devices from a single switching layer without adding separate power infrastructure. Cisco’s Catalyst 3850 family is known for integrating switching and power delivery in a form factor suited to enterprise closets and branch wiring rooms. IP Base licensing provides the core capabilities many infrastructure teams need for access switching, while preserving a familiar Cisco operational model for configuration, monitoring, and policy control. That makes it easier to standardize on a platform that can serve mixed endpoint environments and remain manageable over time. For organizations replacing aging access switches, this model offers a clear balance of port density, PoE support, and enterprise control. It is especially useful where uptime, consistent endpoint power, and predictable network behavior matter more than consumer-grade simplicity. If your environment needs a dependable Cisco access switch for everyday production traffic, this platform fits that requirement with room for structured deployment and long-term support planning. Ideal For Deploy in a campus wiring closet for user access and PoE endpoint support Replace legacy access switches in branch offices with Cisco-managed switching Connect VoIP phones and wireless access points from a single PoE switch Standardize access-layer infrastructure across enterprise office floors Why This Product 1 48 PoE ports for dense access-layer endpoint support 2 Cisco Catalyst platform for enterprise campus environments 3 IP Base licensing for core switching and management needs 4 Better fit for standardized office and branch deployments than entry-level switches