Cisco C9300L-48T-4X-A Switch

Cisco C9300L-48T-4X-A Switch

The Cisco C9300L-48T-4X-A Switch represents a high-performance, fixed-uplink cornerstone within the Cisco Catalyst 9300L series. Specifically engineered as a foundational element for Software-Defined Access (SD-Access), this switch delivers enterprise-grade reliability and security for modern campus environments. Featuring 48 ports of dedicated data connectivity alongside high-speed 10G uplinks, it is the ideal solution for high-density access layer deployments where performance and scalability are paramount.

Key Features of the Cisco C9300L-48T-4X-A:

This switch is purpose-built to handle the rigors of a modern enterprise network, balancing raw throughput with sophisticated management capabilities.

• Fixed 10G Uplink Architecture: Equipped with four integrated 10GBase-X SFP+ uplink ports, this model ensures that your access layer never becomes a bottleneck when communicating with the network core.
• Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Provided with the Network Advantage license, the switch supports complex routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP, allowing for sophisticated network segmentation and traffic management.
• StackWise-320 Technology: Supports a stacking bandwidth of up to 320 Gbps, enabling up to eight switches to be managed as a single logical unit to simplify operations and increase resiliency.
• Superior Security Features: Features hardware-anchored secure boot and 256-bit AES encryption support, protecting the integrity of your hardware and the confidentiality of your data across the wire.
• High-Performance Throughput: With a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps, the unit effortlessly handles the data demands of 48 concurrent gigabit connections.

Applications and Ideal Use Cases

The C9300L-48T-4X-A is uniquely positioned for environments that prioritize high-speed data throughput over integrated power delivery.

1. Enterprise Data-Only Access Layers: Ideally suited for corporate headquarters or large office buildings where workstations, imaging equipment, and high-speed printers already have dedicated power sources, allowing for maximum port density without the overhead of PoE.
2. High-Bandwidth Technical Workgroups: Perfectly fits research facilities or architectural firms moving massive datasets and CAD files, where the 10G SFP+ uplinks prevent congestion during peak local-to-cloud transfers.
3. SD-Access and Automation Projects: As a Network Advantage model, it serves as a primary building block for IT departments transitioning to Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation and micro-segmentation.
4. Mission-Critical Branch Offices: Provides financial and healthcare institutions with headquarters-level security and performance in a cost-effective, fixed-configuration form factor that simplifies remote management.

Technical Specifications at a Glance