Cisco Catalyst 4900 Series Switch WS-C4948E-F-S Overview
Cisco Catalyst 4900 Series Switch WS-C4948E-F-S is a genuine campus and data-center switching product from Cisco, a leading enterprise networking vendor whose Catalyst, Nexus and ISR families power campus, data-center and branch networks worldwide. Belonging to the Cisco Catalyst 4900 Series family, the WS-C4948E-F-S unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is suited to access-layer and edge deployments, where reliable wiring-closet operation and straightforward management are the priorities.
From a specification standpoint, it offers 48 ports for client, server or uplink connectivity. These are the original factory figures for this model, giving administrators a clear picture of what the unit can deliver before it enters service. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, so deployment follows the same procedures as other Cisco hardware already running in the environment.
Typical deployments include access-layer deployments for user, phone and AP connectivity, distribution and core aggregation in campus networks, and top-of-rack and end-of-row switching in data centers. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “Catalyst 4948E switch WS-C4948E-F-S”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the WS-C4948E-F-S. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Enterprise Campus
High-density ports power users, phones and APs at the access layer.
Branch Office
Stackable units simplify branch deployment and management.
Wireless & IoT
PoE budget supports dense wireless and IoT endpoints.
Buying a Pre-Owned WS-C4948E-F-S
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
WS-C4948E-F-S Specification | |
| General | |
| Device Type | Switch - 48 ports - L3 - managed |
| Enclosure Type | Rack-mountable 1U |
| Subtype | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 + 4 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ |
| Performance | Switching capacity: 176 Gbps ¦ IPv4 switching: 131 Mpps ¦ IPv6 switching: 110 Mpps |
| Features | Hot swap module replacement, layer 3 switching, layer 2 switching, DHCP support, auto-negotiation, VLAN support, IGMP snooping, traffic shaping, MAC address filtering, Broadcast Storm Control, IPv6 support, Multicast Storm Control, Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) support, Per-VLAN Spanning Tree (PVST), tunneling, DHCP snooping, Dynamic Trunking Protocol (DTP) support, Port Aggregation Protocol (PAgP) support, Access Control List (ACL) support, Quality of Service (QoS), Jumbo Frames support, Virtual Route Forwarding-Lite (VRF-Lite), MLD snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI), Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR), back to front airflow, Per-VLAN Spanning Tree Plus (PVST+), EIGRP Stub Routing |
| Status Indicators | Port status, power, link OK, system, link/activity |
| Interfaces | 48 x 1000Base-T RJ-45 ¦ 4 x SFP+ |
| Power Device | Internal power supply - hot-plug |
| Installed Qty | 1 (installed) / 2 (max) |
| Power Redundancy | Optional |
| Power Redundancy Scheme | 1+1 (with optional power supply) |
| Voltage Required | AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) |
| MTBF | 149,261 hours |
| Expansion / Connectivity | |
| Software Included | Cisco IOS IP Base |
| Width | 17.5 in |
| Depth | 19.4 in |
| Height | 1.7 in |
| Weight | 18.96 lbs |
