C9300-48T-A - Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-port 1G Copper with Modular Uplinks, Data Only, Network Advantage
Cisco C9300-48T-A Catalyst 9300 48-Port 1G Copper Network Advantage Switch
High-Performance Modular Layer 3 Stackable Switch for Enterprise Data Networks
The Cisco Catalyst C9300-48T-A is a high-performance, enterprise-grade access switch engineered for modern campus networks and SD-Access deployments. Featuring 48 Gigabit Ethernet data-only ports, this switch is ideal for environments that require secure, high-density wired connectivity without PoE.
Powered by Cisco IOS XE and the Network Advantage license, the C9300-48T-A delivers full Layer 3 routing including BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, and VRF-Lite, enabling advanced segmentation and scalable network design. Its modular uplink architecture supports 1G, 10G, 25G, and 40G network modules, allowing seamless migration as bandwidth demands grow.
With StackWise-480 technology, the switch supports stacking of up to eight units with 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth, ensuring high availability, simplified management, and resilient operations. Advanced security features such as MACsec encryption, TrustSec, and secure boot protect the access layer, while Cisco DNA Center integration enables automation, analytics, and zero-touch provisioning.
Designed for reliability and scalability, the Cisco Catalyst C9300-48T-A is the ideal access-layer switch for enterprises building secure, software-defined, and future-ready campus networks.
Product Specifications – Cisco Catalyst C9300-48T-A
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| Specification Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst C9300-48T-A |
| Product Series | Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series |
| Category | Enterprise Access Layer Switch |
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems |
| Switch Type | Fixed, Stackable Access Switch |
| Port Configuration | 48 × 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (Data Only) |
| PoE Support | No (Data-only model) |
| Uplink Options | Modular uplink slot (supports 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G modules – sold separately) |
| Switching Capacity | 256 Gbps (Standalone) |
| Switching Capacity (Stacked) | Up to 736 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 190.47 Mpps |
| Stacking Technology | Cisco StackWise-480 |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 480 Gbps |
| Maximum Stack Members | Up to 8 switches |
| Software Image | Cisco IOS XE |
| License Tier | Network Advantage |
| Layer 3 Features | BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, VRF-Lite, PBR |
| Security Features | MACsec (128-bit), TrustSec, 802.1X, Secure Boot |
| Automation & Management | Cisco DNA Center, NETCONF, RESTCONF, CLI, SNMP |
| Telemetry | Model-driven telemetry supported |
| DRAM | 8 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| Power Supply | Modular, dual redundant PSU support |
| Cooling | Modular, field-replaceable fans |
| Form Factor | 1RU, rack-mountable |
| Intended Deployment | Enterprise campus access layer, SD-Access environments |
FAQs:
Q1. Does the C9300-48T-A support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No, the "T" in the part number signifies this is a "Data Only" model. If you require PoE+ or UPOE, you would need the C9300-48P or C9300-48U models.
Q2. Are the uplink modules included with the switch?
Uplink network modules (NMs) are sold separately. This allows you to customize the switch with 4x1G, 4x10G, 2x25G, or 2x40G ports depending on your core network requirements.
Q3. Can this switch be stacked with Catalyst 9300L models?
No. Catalyst 9300 (modular uplink) models cannot be stacked with Catalyst 9300L (fixed uplink) models due to differences in stacking architecture (StackWise-480 vs. StackWise-320).
Q4. What are the benefits of the Network Advantage license over Network Essentials?
Network Advantage provides full Layer 3 routing (BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS), enhanced segmentation (VRF), and Cisco StackWise Virtual, which are not available in the Essentials tier.
Q5. How many switches can be stacked together?
You can stack up to eight (8) Catalyst 9300 switches together using StackWise-480 to manage them as a single logical entity.
