Overview
The Cisco C9300-48U-E-UL is a switch model in the Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series designed for enterprise networks that require robust features for performance, scalability, and energy efficiency. The key difference in this model is the UL (Universal Licensing) tag, which may indicate certain bundled features or capabilities specific to certain deployment environments or licenses.
Specs
- Model: C9300-48U-E-UL
- Product Family: Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series
- Port Configuration:
- 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet UPOE (Universal Power over Ethernet) ports
- UPOE provides up to 60W per port
- Modular uplink options for network flexibility, typically 1G/10G/40G SFP
- Switching Capacity:
- Up to 256 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate:
- Up to 190.47 Mpps
- Stacking:
- Supports StackWise-480 technology with 480 Gbps stacking bandwidth
- Power over Ethernet (PoE):
- Universal PoE (UPOE) support with up to 60W per port, ideal for devices requiring high power like high-performance wireless access points, IP phones, and surveillance systems
- Total PoE budget: 1440W
- Management:
- Cisco IOS XE operating system for programmability and automation
- Can be managed via Cisco DNA Center
- Licensing:
- The Network Essentials (E) license offers basic Layer 2/3 features suitable for simpler networks but does not include advanced features like MPLS or advanced Layer 3 routing protocols
- The UL may indicate an extended licensing or specific use-case adaptation
- Energy Efficiency:
- EnergyWise technology for improved energy management
- Software:
- Runs on Cisco IOS XE, providing support for programmable network architecture, automation, and enhanced security
- Redundancy:
- Redundant power supply and fan options available
