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Cisco Catalyst 4948E 48-Port Layer 3 Gigabit Switch

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The Cisco Catalyst 4948E is a 1RU enterprise and data-center switch featuring 48 Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports and four 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks. It is designed for high-performance server access, aggregation, and enterprise network deployments.

OVERVIEW

  • The Cisco Catalyst 4948E is a fixed-configuration 1RU Ethernet switch developed for enterprise and data-center network environments. It provides 48 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 downlink ports together with four 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports.
  • The platform supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking capabilities and is designed for server-access, aggregation, and high-density network deployments where reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity is required.

USE CASES

  • Data Center Server Access: Connect servers, storage systems, and network infrastructure through high-density Gigabit Ethernet ports.
  • Enterprise Network Aggregation: Consolidate multiple Gigabit Ethernet connections within enterprise network environments.
  • Top-of-Rack Deployments: Use the 1RU form factor for space-efficient rack deployments.
  • Campus Network Infrastructure: Support high-density wired connectivity in enterprise campus environments.
  • Layer 3 Network Segmentation: Use Layer 3 routing capabilities for network segmentation and inter-VLAN connectivity.
  • Network Upgrade Projects: Suitable for organizations maintaining or expanding existing Cisco Catalyst 4900-series infrastructure.

KEY FEATURES

  • 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 downlink ports
  • Four 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports
  • Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking capabilities
  • 1RU fixed-configuration chassis
  • Up to 179 Gbps forwarding bandwidth
  • Up to 131 Mpps forwarding performance
  • Support for up to 55,000 MAC addresses
  • Support for up to 57,000 routes
  • 512 MB onboard memory
  • QoS and traffic-management capabilities
  • High-availability features including redundant power options and a field-replaceable fan tray
  • Designed for enterprise and data-center server-access deployments

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Brand: Cisco
  • Manufacturer: Cisco
  • Product Family: Cisco Catalyst 4900 Series
  • Model: Catalyst 4948E
  • Product SKU: S49EIPBK9-12254SG
  • Device Type: Fixed-configuration Ethernet switch
  • Form Factor: 1RU
  • Downlink Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45
  • Uplink Ports: 4 × 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet
  • Switching/Forwarding Bandwidth: 179 Gbps
  • Forwarding Rate: 131 Mpps
  • MAC Address Capacity: Up to 55,000
  • Route Capacity: Up to 57,000
  • Onboard Memory: 512 MB
  • Networking: Layer 2 / Layer 3

WHY CHOOSE THE MODEL?

  • The Cisco Catalyst 4948E combines high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity with Layer 3 networking capabilities in a compact 1RU platform. Its 48 copper downlink ports make it practical for server-access and enterprise deployments, while four 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks provide higher-speed connectivity toward aggregation or core network infrastructure.

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