Cisco Catalyst C1300-48FP-4X 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Managed Network Switch
The Cisco Catalyst C1300-48FP-4X is a high-performance Layer 3 managed Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for small to medium-sized businesses and enterprise branch offices. With 48 PoE+ ports delivering a full 740W power budget and four 10G SFP+ uplinks, this switch seamlessly powers and connects high-density deployments of wireless access points, IP security cameras, VoIP phones, and IoT devices while providing robust, high-speed aggregation to your core network.
Key Features
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48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Ports: Each port supports IEEE 802.3af/at PoE+ with up to 30W per port and a total 740W power budget for powering connected devices
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4 × 10G SFP+ Uplinks: High-speed fiber connectivity for core network aggregation and inter-building connections
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176 Gbps Switching Capacity: Non-blocking architecture with 130.94 Mpps forwarding rate ensures smooth data transfers
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Layer 3 Routing: Advanced static routing, RIP v2, and inter-VLAN routing capabilities for network segmentation
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Front Panel Stacking: Stack up to 8 switches and manage them as a single unit with unified configuration
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Perpetual PoE: Maintains PoE power during switch reloads, eliminating disruption to critical connected devices
Advanced Security & Management
The C1300-48FP-4X provides comprehensive security features including 802.1X authentication, port security, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and IP Source Guard to protect against unauthorized access and network attacks. Manage your network effortlessly via the Cisco Business Dashboard, web UI, CLI, SNMP, or the Cisco Business mobile app. The embedded probe eliminates the need for separate management hardware.
IPv6 Ready & Energy Efficient
Designed for the future, this switch supports both IPv4 and IPv6, allowing seamless transition to next-generation networking. Energy-efficient operation with intelligent power management reduces operational costs while maintaining reliable performance.
Ideal Applications
- High-density wireless access point deployments with Wi-Fi 6/6E
- IP surveillance systems with PTZ cameras and multi-sensor arrays
- VoIP phone systems across multiple floors or buildings
- IoT device networks requiring centralized power and management
- Branch office and out-of-wiring-closet installations
What's in the Box
- Cisco Catalyst C1300-48FP-4X Switch
- 19-inch rack mounting brackets and hardware
- Power cord
- Console cable (RJ-45 to USB)
- Quick start guide
Full Specifications
Performance
| Switching Capacity |
176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
130.94 Mpps (64-byte packets) |
| MAC Address Table |
16,000 entries |
| Packet Buffer |
1.5 MB (shared) |
| Jumbo Frame Support |
Up to 9000 bytes |
Ports & Connectivity
| Total Ports |
52 (48 × 10/100/1000 RJ-45 PoE+, 4 × 10G SFP+) |
| PoE Standard |
IEEE 802.3af/at (PoE/PoE+) |
| PoE Power Budget |
740W total |
| Maximum Power per Port |
30W (PoE+) |
| Uplink Ports |
4 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ slots |
| Console Ports |
RJ-45, USB Type-A |
Layer 2 Features
| VLANs |
4094 VLAN IDs, 126 Spanning Tree instances |
| Spanning Tree Protocol |
IEEE 802.1d, 802.1w (RSTP), 802.1s (MSTP), PVST+, Rapid PVST+ |
| Link Aggregation |
IEEE 802.3ad LACP, up to 8 groups, 8 ports per group |
| Quality of Service |
IEEE 802.1p CoS, DSCP-based, 8 egress queues per port |
Layer 3 Features
| Routing Protocols |
Static routing, RIP v1/v2, Inter-VLAN routing |
| IPv6 Support |
IPv6 host mode, dual IPv4/IPv6 stack |
| IP Interfaces |
256 routed interfaces |
Security
| Authentication |
IEEE 802.1X (port-based, flexible authentication, monitor mode) |
| Network Access Control |
Port security, MAC address filtering, RADIUS, TACACS+ |
| Attack Prevention |
DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, BPDU Guard |
| Access Control |
ACLs (IP, MAC, port-based) |
Management
| Management Interfaces |
Web UI, CLI (SSH/Telnet), Cisco Business Dashboard, mobile app |
| Network Management |
SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, sFlow |
| Stacking |
Front-panel hardware stacking, up to 8 switches, single IP management |
| Zero-Touch Provisioning |
Cisco Network Plug and Play (PnP) |
Hardware
| Processor |
ARM dual-core up to 1.4 GHz |
| Memory |
1 GB DDR4 RAM |
| Flash Storage |
512 MB |
| Cooling |
1 fan, approximately 48.7 dBA at 25°C |
Power
| Input Voltage |
100 to 240V AC, 50/60 Hz (auto-ranging) |
| Power Supply |
Internal, universal |
| Maximum Power Consumption |
886.42W (with full PoE load) |
| Maximum Heat Dissipation |
3024.5 BTU/hr |
Physical Specifications
| Form Factor |
1U rack-mountable |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
17.5 × 13.78 × 1.73 in (44.45 × 35 × 4.39 cm) |
| Weight |
Approximately 7.26 kg (16 lbs) |
| Mounting |
19-inch rack-mountable (brackets included) |
Environmental
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 45°C (32 to 113°F) |
| Storage Temperature |
-20 to 70°C (-4 to 158°F) |
| Operating Humidity |
10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
| Operating Altitude |
Up to 10,000 ft (3,000 m) |
Warranty & Support
| Warranty |
Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty with Return-To-Factory (RTF) replacement |
| Technical Support |
1-year complimentary access to Cisco Small Business Support Center |
| Software Updates |
Available throughout warranty period |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
