C9300-48UN-A – 48×1G UPOE Ports – Modular Uplink Options – Network Advantage

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C9300-48UN-A Description

C9300-48UN-A combines high-density multigigabit UPOE access (48 ports at up to 5 Gbps/port) with a 256 Gbps non-blocking switching fabric. Each port delivers up to 60 W UPOE for Wi-Fi 6E APs, UHD cameras, and IoT endpoints. StackWise-480 provides 480 Gbps per switch (736 Gbps aggregated in an eight-member stack) with sub-50 ms fail-over. A modular uplink bay supports 1 Gb, 10 Gb, 25 Gb, or 40 Gb modules, protecting your core investment. Network Advantage unlocks full L3 routing, SD-Access micro-segmentation, Encrypted Traffic Analytics, and API programmability. Dual field-replaceable PSUs and fans ensure uninterrupted operation in busy campus or enterprise deployments.

Product Performance

Ethernet Ports
Switching Capacity
Forwarding Rate

Quick Specs

C9300-48UN-A

Specification

Switching capacity

256 Gbps non-blocking; 736 Gbps (stacked)

Forwarding rate

190.48 Mpps; 547.62 Mpps (stacked)

Packet buffer

16 MB shared buffer

Downlink ports

48 × RJ-45 supporting 5 Gb/2.5 Gb/1 Gb/100 Mb, UPOE 60 W/port

Uplink module slot

1 × Type-1 modular (4 × 1 Gb → 2 × 40 Gb) hot-swap

Default PSU / PoE budget

1100 W AC; up to 1440 W PoE (with dual PSUs)

Stacking

StackWise-480: up to 8 members, < 50 ms fail-over

DRAM / Flash

8 GB / 16 GB

Key Features

48 × 5 Gbps Multigig UPOE Ports

Auto-negotiate 5 G/2.5 G/1 G/100 M and deliver up to 60 W per port, ideal for high-density Wi-Fi 6E APs, 4K/8K cameras, and IoT sensors.

256 Gbps Non-Blocking Fabric

Ensures wire-speed forwarding across all 48 ports with zero oversubscription, handling multigigabit traffic seamlessly.

StackWise-480 Resiliency & Scale

Provides 480 Gbps per switch and 736 Gbps aggregated bandwidth across eight units, with < 50 ms fail-over for continuous uptime.

Modular Uplink Flexibility

One Type-1 bay supports 4 × 1 Gb, 8 × 10 Gb, 2 × 25 Gb, or 2 × 40 Gb modules—future-proofing backbone speed without replacing the chassis.

Network Advantage License

Unlocks full Layer 3 routing, SD-Access micro-segmentation, Encrypted Traffic Analytics, and open APIs for automation and programmability.

Enterprise-Grade Security & Reliability

Secure Boot, Trust Anchor SUDI, AES-256 MACsec, redundant field-replaceable fans/PSUs, and 8 GB DRAM/16 GB flash (plus optional SSD slot) for on-box container apps.

Application Scenarios

Campus Wi-Fi 6E Backbone

Powers and backhauls dozens of multigig APs with 5 Gbps UPOE and sub-50 ms StackWise fail-over.

4K/8K Media Edge

Aggregates high-resolution cameras and workstations over 5 Gbps links; dual 40 Gbps uplinks ensure zero-drop streaming.

IoT/PoE Convergence

Delivers 60 W UPOE to lighting, sensors, and cameras; SD-Access segments building management, security, and guest Wi-Fi.

Product Comparison

Parameter

C9300-48UN-A

C9300-48U-A

C9300-48UXM-A

Switching capacity

256 Gbps (736 Gbps stacked)

256 Gbps (736 Gbps stacked)

580 Gbps (1120 Gbps stacked)

Forwarding rate

190.48 Mpps (547.62 Mpps stacked)

190.48 Mpps (547.62 Mpps stacked)

428.57 Mpps (833 Mpps stacked)

Downlink interfaces

48 × 5 Gb/2.5 Gb/1 Gb/100 Mb UPOE 60 W

48 × 1 Gb UPOE 60 W

36 × 2.5 Gb + 12 × 10 Gb UPOE 60 W

Packet buffer

16 MB

16 MB

16 MB

Uplink flexibility

1 × Type-1 (4 × 1 Gb → 2 × 40 Gb)

1 × Type-1 (4 × 1 Gb → 2 × 40 Gb)

1 × Type-1 (4 × 1 Gb → 2 × 40 Gb)

Software license

Network Advantage (–A)

Network Advantage (–A)

Network Advantage (–A)

C9300-48UN-A Switch Rear Panel

The switch rear panel includes StackWise connectors, StackPower or XPS connectors, ports, fan modules, and power supply modules.

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Ground connectors

7

StackPower connectors

2

USB3.0–SSD port

8

AC OK (input) status LED

3

BEACON LED

9

PS OK (output) status LED

4

CONSOLE (RJ-45 console port)

10

StackWise-480 port connectors

5

MGMT (RJ-45 10/100/1000 management port)

11

Power supply modules

6

Fan modules

Rear Panel of a Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series Switch

Components Delivered in the Shipping Box

The shipping box contains the model of the switch you ordered and other components needed for installation. Some components are optional, depending on your order.

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Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series switch with optional network module1 (power supply and fan modules not shown)

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Eight number-8 Phillips flat-head screws

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AC power cord

10

Cable guide

3

Product documentation and compliance document

11

M4.0 x 20mm Phillips pan-head screw

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Four rubber mounting feet

12

(Optional) RJ-45 console cable

5

Ground lug screw and ring terminal

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(Optional) USB console cable

6

Two 19-inch mounting brackets

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(Optional) StackWise-480/1T cable (0.5-meter, 1-meter, or 3-meter)

7

Four number-12 pan-head screws

15

(Optional) StackPower cable (0.3-meter or 1.5-meter)

8

Four number-10 pan-head screws

16

(Optional) StackWise-320 cable

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Specifications

Packaging weight and dimensions included:
Weight 19.43 kg
Dimensions 56 × 54 × 24 cm
Cisco Catalyst 9300-48UN-A Detailed Specifications
Model SKU C9300-48UN-A
Software Image Network Advantage (–A)
Switching Capacity 256 Gbps (non-blocking)
Forwarding Rate 190.48 Mpps (64-byte IPv4)
Stacking Bandwidth 480 Gbps per switch; 736 Gbps end-to-end
Max Stack Members 8
Downlink Interfaces 48 × RJ-45 5 Gb/2.5 Gb/1 Gb/100 Mb, Cisco UPOE 60 W/port
Uplink Module Slot 1 × Type-1 (4 × 1 Gb → 2 × 40 Gb) hot-swap
MAC Address Table 32 000 entries
IPv4 Routes (total) 32 000
IPv6 Routes 16 000
ACL Entries 5 120 hardware ACLs
QoS Entries 5 120
Packet Buffer 16 MB shared buffer
DRAM / Flash 8 GB / 16 GB
External SSD Optional USB 3.0 SSD slot (up to 240 GB)
Fans 3 × field-replaceable, N+1 redundant
Default PSU 1100 W AC (platinum)
Max PoE Budget 1440 W (with dual PSUs)
Power-over-Ethernet Cisco UPOE, IEEE 802.3bt, 60 W per port
Dimensions (H × W × D) 1.73 × 17.5 × 19.1 in (4.4 × 44.5 × 48.5 cm)
Weight (with PSU) 20.05 lb / 9.09 kg
Operating Temperature –5 °C to +45 °C (sea level)
Security Features Secure Boot, Trust Anchor SUDI, MACsec AES-256
App Hosting Container support (ThousandEyes, ASA-C)
SD-Access Group-based policy, on-box automation, fabric segmentation

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Questions & Answers

  • Who needs C9300-48UN-A for 5G mGig UPOE and Network Advantage license?

    C9300-48UN-A fits dense 5G multigigabit access where UPOE power, StackPower planning, and Network Advantage features are all required.
  • What does C9300-48UN-A add over C9300-48UN-E?

    C9300-48UN-A keeps the same 48-port 5G UPOE hardware and changes the software tier to Network Advantage.
  • Can C9300-48UN-A support high-density wireless access?

    C9300-48UN-A fits high-density AP access when 5G copper links, UPOE power, and advanced routing or segmentation features are needed.
  • How is C9300-48UN-A different from C9300-48H-A?

    C9300-48UN-A provides 48 5G UPOE ports. C9300-48H-A provides 48 1G UPOE+ ports for 90W endpoint power.
  • Does C9300-48UN-A use modular uplinks for 5G mGig aggregation?

    Yes. C9300-48UN-A uses modular uplinks, so aggregation bandwidth depends on the selected C9300 network module.
  • When does C9300-48UN-A fit routed access?

    C9300-48UN-A fits routed access when 5G copper downlinks and Network Advantage feature scope are both part of the design.
  • When is C9300-48UN-A the wrong SKU?

    C9300-48UN-A is wrong for Essentials-only purchases, fiber downlinks, 1G-only access closets, or 90W UPOE+ powered devices.
  • What Network Advantage and 5G UPOE details matter for C9300-48UN-A?

    C9300-48UN-A planning depends on 48 5G UPOE ports, Network Advantage use, AP link speeds, power supplies, StackPower, uplink bandwidth, and stack design.

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