C9300L-48T-4X-E – 48x1G Data Ports – Fixed 4x10G Uplinks – Network Essentials
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C9300L-48T-4X-E Description
The C9300L-48T-4X-E is a Cisco Catalyst 9300L fixed-uplink access switch built for data-only 1G copper deployments, pairing 48 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports with 4x10G/1G SFP+ fixed uplinks. The switch ships with a 350W AC power supply and carries no PoE capability on any port, positioning it as the non-PoE counterpart in the C9300L line for closets and racks where connected endpoints do not need inline power. It runs Network Essentials, giving it Layer 2 switching, routed access with up to 1000 OSPF routes, and MACsec-128 without the VRF, VXLAN, or unlimited-route routing that Network Advantage adds. Stacking uses StackWise-320 through the C9300L stack kit, which lets up to 8 units combine into a single 320 Gbps logical switch without the modular network-module slots or StackPower support found on modular-uplink C9300 and C9300X hardware. As a fixed 4x10G uplink model, it is best matched to distribution or aggregation links that need dedicated 10G capacity without occupying a network-module bay.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
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Product ID |
C9300L-48T-4X-E |
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Port Count |
48x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 (data only, no PoE) |
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Fixed Uplinks |
4x 10G/1G SFP+ |
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Switching Bandwidth |
176 Gbps (496 Gbps in an 8-unit stack) |
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Forwarding Rate |
130.95 Mpps (369.05 Mpps in an 8-unit stack) |
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Network License |
Network Essentials |
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Default Power Supply |
PWR-C1-350WAC-P, 350W AC |
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Stacking |
StackWise-320, up to 8 units |
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Minimum Software Release |
Cisco IOS XE 16.11.1b |
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Management Ports |
10/100/1000 Ethernet management, RJ-45 console, USB mini-Type B console |
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Connector Type |
RJ-45 (1000BASE-T), LC (SFP+ uplinks) |
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Fan Modules |
3x field-replaceable, N+1 redundant |
Product Performance
Key Features
The 4x10G/1G SFP+ uplinks are fixed rather than modular, giving every unit dedicated 10G aggregation capacity out of the box without consuming a network-module bay or requiring a separate uplink purchase.
All 48 downlink ports are data only with no PoE output, so the 350W default supply is sized purely for switching load rather than powered endpoints, which keeps the power footprint and cost lower than the PoE+ variant built on the same chassis.
Network Essentials on this SKU covers Layer 2 forwarding, routed access up to 1000 OSPF routes, and MACsec-128, which is enough entitlement depth for a straightforward access-layer role without paying for VRF, VXLAN, or unlimited-route routing that this license tier does not include.
Up to 8 units combine into a single 320 Gbps logical switch over the C9300L stack kit, but this fixed-uplink stacking cannot mix with modular-uplink C9300/C9300X hardware or use StackPower shared power redundancy.
Three field-replaceable fans ship standard with N+1 redundancy, so a single fan failure does not require an immediate hardware swap to keep the unit within its thermal operating range.
Rated for -5C to 45C at altitudes up to 5,000 ft (narrowing to -5C to 35C at 15,000 ft) with 5%-90% non-condensing humidity, the switch operates in typical unconditioned wiring closets and IT racks without supplemental climate control, though sites above the rated altitude or temperature band need a controlled enclosure instead.
Application Scenarios
Deployed as a 1G copper access switch in floor wiring closets where connected desktops, printers, and other non-powered endpoints do not require PoE, while the fixed 4x10G uplinks carry traffic back to the distribution layer.
Used in server or IT equipment racks to aggregate 1G copper connections from devices with their own power source, avoiding the cost of a PoE-capable supply that would go unused.
Added as a stack member alongside other C9300L or C9300LM units to extend a single logical access switch’s port count while keeping a shared 320 Gbps stacking fabric.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
C9300L-48T-4X-E | ||
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Port Count |
48x 1G data only |
48x 1G PoE+ |
24x 1G data only |
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Fixed Uplinks |
4x10G/1G SFP+ |
4x10G/1G SFP+ |
4x10G/1G SFP+ |
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Default Power Supply |
PWR-C1-350WAC-P, 350W AC |
PWR-C1-715WAC-P, 715W AC |
PWR-C1-350WAC-P, 350W AC |
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Default PoE Budget |
Not a PoE Switch (Data Only) |
505W |
Not a PoE Switch (Data Only) |
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Switching Bandwidth |
176 Gbps |
176 Gbps |
128 Gbps |
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Forwarding Rate |
130.95 Mpps |
130.95 Mpps |
95.23 Mpps |
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Network License |
Network Essentials |
Network Essentials |
Network Essentials |
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Stacking |
StackWise-320 |
StackWise-320 |
StackWise-320 |
- The C9300L-48T-4X-E and C9300L-48P-4X-E share the same 48-port count, fixed 4x10G/1G SFP+ uplinks, and switching bandwidth, so the real difference is PoE: the -48P-4X-E draws a larger 715W default supply to deliver a 505W PoE+ budget for phones and access points, while the -48T-4X-E stays on a 350W supply with no PoE output at all, which lowers both purchase and power cost when every connected device already has its own power source. Against the C9300L-24T-4X-E, the -48T-4X-E doubles the port count and switching bandwidth (176 Gbps vs 128 Gbps) and forwarding rate (130.95 Mpps vs 95.23 Mpps) on the same fixed-uplink and license structure, so the choice between them comes down to how many 1G data drops a single closet needs rather than any feature difference. Buyers should first confirm whether any connected endpoint needs inline power, since that alone rules out the -48T-4X-E in favor of the -48P-4X-E; if power is not a factor, the decision narrows to 24 versus 48 ports per unit before StackWise-320 stacking is used to reach the final port count.
Selection Guide
1. No Inline Power Rules Out This Data-Only Chassis
This SKU carries no PoE output on any port; if the deployment includes IP phones, wireless access points, or cameras that need inline power, the C9300L-48P-4X-E on the same chassis with a 715W supply and 505W PoE+ budget is the correct choice instead, since PoE cannot be added to this data-only hardware after purchase.
2. Doubling the 24-Port Sibling’s Switching Capacity
The 48-port count doubles both switching bandwidth and forwarding rate over the C9300L-24T-4X-E at the same fixed 4x10G uplink and license structure, so a closet needing fewer than roughly 24 active drops can standardize on the smaller chassis instead and save on both unit cost and rack space.
3. OSPF Route Ceiling Marks the Advantage Boundary
This SKU ships with Network Essentials, which covers Layer 2 and routed access up to 1000 OSPF routes with MACsec-128; a design that requires VRF, VXLAN, unlimited-route OSPF, or MACsec-256 needs the Network Advantage-licensed hardware instead, since the license tier is tied to the switch PID at time of order.
4. Fixed Uplink Stacking Boundary
Because this is a fixed-uplink C9300L model on StackWise-320, it can only stack with other C9300L or C9300LM units at the same license tier; a design that later needs to mix in modular-uplink C9300 or C9300X hardware for StackPower or network-module flexibility cannot extend this stack and requires a separate stack instead.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
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Network license and subscription match |
Confirm the Network Essentials hardware PID is paired with a matching Cisco Catalyst, Cisco DNA, or Meraki Essentials-tier subscription term, not an Advantage-tier subscription. |
Ordering guide structure requires the subscription tier to match the built-in Network Stack license; a mismatched tier can stall the order in Cisco Commerce Workspace. |
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Smart Account binding |
Confirm the target Smart Account and Virtual Account before ordering, since Catalyst 9300 Series SKUs are Smart Licensing-enabled. |
An order tied to the wrong Smart Account can delay license activation after delivery. |
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Software baseline for fixed-uplink C9300L |
Confirm the target Cisco IOS XE release is 16.11.1b or later before planning the deployment. |
Catalyst 9300L fixed-uplink models require a higher minimum release than the base Catalyst 9300 Series baseline; an older image will not support this hardware. |
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Second power supply and blank module |
If a second PWR-C1 supply is not ordered, confirm a blank module ships for the empty bay. |
Cisco requires the second bay to be filled with either a power supply or a blank module to maintain rated airflow and fan noise levels. |
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Stack kit and cable length |
If stacking with other C9300L or C9300LM units, confirm the C9300L-STACK-KIT or C9300L-STACK-KIT2 and the needed cable length (0.5 m default, 1 m or 3 m optional) are included in the order. |
The stack kit and cable are not bundled automatically with every switch order, and the two kits use different cable families. |
Optional Add-ons
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Model |
Description |
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Cisco StackWise-320 stacking kit for C9300L-48T-4X-E, using STACK-T3 stacking cables. | |
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C9300L-STACK-KIT2 |
Cisco StackWise-320 stacking kit for C9300L-48T-4X-E, using STACK-T3A stacking cables. |
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Second PWR-C1-350WAC-P power supply for the C9300L-48T-4X-E’s 1+1 redundant power bay. | |
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FAN-T2= |
Spare field-replaceable fan module for the Catalyst 9300L chassis, supporting N+1 fan redundancy. |
C9300L-48T-4X-E Switch Rear Panel
The switch rear panel includes StackWise connectors, StackPower or XPS connectors, ports, fan modules, and power supply modules.
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.
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product ID | C9300L-48T-4X-E | Network License | Network Essentials |
| Port Count | 48x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 (data only) | Fixed Uplinks | 4x 10G/1G SFP+ |
| Switching Bandwidth | 176 Gbps standalone, 496 Gbps stacked (8 units) | Forwarding Rate | 130.95 Mpps standalone, 369.05 Mpps stacked (8 units) |
| MAC Address Table | 32,000 entries | IPv4 Routes | 32,000 (24,000 connected + 8,000 indirect) |
| IPv6 Routes | 16,000 entries | Multicast Routes | 8,000 entries |
| QoS Entries | 5,120 | ACL Entries | 5,120 |
| DRAM / Flash | 8 GB DRAM, 16 GB Flash | VLANs / SVIs | 4094 VLAN IDs, 1000 SVIs |
| Jumbo Frame Size | 9198 bytes | Routed Ports per Stack | 416 |
| Default Power Supply | PWR-C1-350WAC-P, 350W AC, 1194 BTU/hr output | Power Supply Physical | 2.3 lb (1.2 kg), 1.58 x 3.25 x 12.20 in |
| PoE Budget | Not a PoE Switch (Data Only) | Power Supply Bays | 2 bays, blank module required if second bay is empty |
| Fan Modules | 3x field-replaceable, N+1 redundant (FAN-T2=) | Stacking | StackWise-320, up to 8 units, C9300L-STACK-KIT/KIT2 |
| Minimum Software Release | Cisco IOS XE 16.11.1b | Management Interfaces | 10/100/1000 Ethernet management, RJ-45 console, USB mini-Type B console |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 (1000BASE-T), LC (SFP+) | Standards Supported | IEEE 802.1s/802.1w/802.1x/802.3ad/802.1D/802.1p/802.1Q/802.3/802.3u/802.3ab/802.3z; RMON I/II; SNMPv1/v2c/v3 |
| Operating Temperature | -5C to 45C up to 5000 ft (1500 m) | Storage Temperature | -40C to 70C |
| Relative Humidity | 5%-90% non-condensing | Operating Altitude | Up to 10,000 ft (3000 m) |
| Acoustic Noise | 44 dB typical / 47 dB max LpA (C9300L SKU at half rated port count active, AC power) | Physical Dimensions | 1.73 x 17.5 x 19.2 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 48.8 cm) |
| Weight | 15.41 lb (7.0 kg) | MTBF | 380,080 hours |
| Safety Certifications | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS 60950.1, IEEE 802.3 | EMC / Regulatory Certifications | 47 CFR Part 15, EN 300 386, EN 55032 Class A, CISPR 32 Class A, ICES-003 Class A, QCVN 118:2018/BTTTT, VCCI-CISPR 32 Class A |
| Environmental Compliance | RoHS 5 | Warranty | Cisco Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty (E-LLW) |
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Questions & Answers
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