Cisco C9300L 48P 4X-A Series Switch

Key Features of the Cisco C9300L 48P 4X-A Series Switch

Intent-Based Networking and Digital Network Architecture

The C9300L-48P-4X-A represents a foundational building block in cisco digital network architecture, enabling organizations to embark on their intent based networking journey with confidence. This catalyst 9300l 48 port switch delivers advanced automation capabilities that help customers simplify complexity while reducing operational costs through intelligent network operations. Built on cisco ios xe software platform, the switch provides comprehensive programmability features including open apis and NETCONF/YANG support, allowing seamless integration with third-party management tools and custom automation scripts that reduce operational costs by leveraging intelligence automation and human expertise.

High-Density PoE+ and Advanced Power Management

Featuring 48 port configuration with full PoE+ support delivering up to 505W total power budget, the C9300L-48P-4X-A provides robust power delivery for high-density deployments of IP phones, wireless access points, and IoT devices. The internal fixed power supply design ensures reliable operation while optional power adapters and redundant power supply options provide enhanced resilience for mission-critical environments. Advanced energy efficient ethernet capabilities and optimized scale features help organizations reduce operational costs while supporting demanding applications with differentiated resiliency and fan redundancy options that ensure continuous network availability.

Superior Stacking and Uplink Performance

The C9300L-48P-4X-A delivers exceptional supporting stacking bandwidth up to 320 Gbps through optional backplane stacking with StackWise-320 technology, enabling organizations to stack up to 8 switches for simplified management and enhanced scalability. The switch features four fixed 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplinks providing flexible downlink options for high-speed connectivity to distribution layers or data centers. This progressive architecture ensures investment protection while delivering the performance density required for modern campus networks and supporting virtual networks with enhanced security features that exceed what any other vendor can deliver regardless of their family pedigree.

Enhanced Security and Network Intelligence

Built with advanced security features including cisco trust anchor module and secure boot capabilities, the C9300L-48P-4X-A provides comprehensive threat protection and policy based segmentation capabilities. The integrated cpu and uadp asic technology catalyst platform delivers wire-speed performance while enabling advanced features like cold patching for seamless updates without network disruption. These Cisco products incorporate blue beacon led indicators for simplified troubleshooting and field replaceable units design that ensures maximum uptime, demonstrating Cisco’s commitment to trustworthy solutions running seamlessly in enterprise environments.

Specifications of the Cisco C9300L 48P 4X-A Series Switch

Hardware Specifications

Software and Management Capabilities

The C9300L-48P-4X-A operates on cisco ios xe software platform, providing comprehensive Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities with advanced routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP. The switch supports network essentials and network advantage licensing options, with future innovations enabled through software subscription models. Management options include web-based interface, command-line interface, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, and integration with Cisco DNA Center for centralized fabric management. The platform supports virtual interfaces, VLAN configurations up to 4,094 VLANs, and comprehensive QoS features for traffic prioritization and bandwidth management.

Power and Connectivity Options

This catalyst 9200 series switches compatible platform provides modular uplinks architecture while maintaining the simplicity and reliability of fixed uplink designs. Power delivery includes partial poe capabilities with granular per-port power management, ensuring efficient power utilization across connected devices. The switch supports various SFP+ transceiver options for the 10G uplinks, including short-reach, long-reach, and CWDM/DWDM optics for extended connectivity requirements. Redundant cooling with field replaceable units ensures reliable operation in demanding environments.

Product Family Comparison

The C9300L-48P-4X-A positions as the mid-range option in the catalyst 9300 series, offering a broader set of features compared to catalyst 9200 series switches while providing cost-effective access switching capabilities. Compared to modular C9300 models, the 9300L series offers fixed uplinks that simplify deployment and reduce costs while maintaining core switching and stacking capabilities. The switch extends the power of Cisco’s campus networking portfolio, delivering enterprise-class features with operational efficiency that helps customers simplify complexity and optimize their network infrastructure investments while preparing for future innovations and virtual networks deployment scenarios.

At Network Republic, our end-user accounts are covered by a 1-Year Warranty on all hardware—whether New, New Open Box, New Pull, Refurbished, or Refurbished by Manufacturer —from the date of delivery. This warranty covers hardware defects under normal use and allows for repair, replacement, or in-house credit at our discretion.

For resellers and wholesale purchases, we offer a 30-Day Warranty limited strictly to functional issues or defects upon arrival, including dead-on-arrival (DOA) items; it does not apply to problems arising after prolonged use. Resellers are responsible for inspecting and testing products within the 30-day window. This warranty excludes accidental damage, misuse, cosmetic wear, third-party modifications, and software-related issues unrelated to hardware failure. Check out our full warranty policy here.

Software licenses are not covered under the standard return and warranty policies and need to be activated on the hardware within 7 days of receipt. Any issues need to be reported immediately, within 10 days, so we can issue an exchange. Under no circumstances will refunds be issued for software licenses.