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

Parameter

Specification

Product ID

C9300L-48T-4X-E

Port Count

48x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 (data only, no PoE)

Fixed Uplinks

4x 10G/1G SFP+

Switching Bandwidth

176 Gbps (496 Gbps in an 8-unit stack)

Forwarding Rate

130.95 Mpps (369.05 Mpps in an 8-unit stack)

Network License

Network Essentials

Default Power Supply

PWR-C1-350WAC-P, 350W AC

Stacking

StackWise-320, up to 8 units

Minimum Software Release

Cisco IOS XE 16.11.1b

Management Ports

10/100/1000 Ethernet management, RJ-45 console, USB mini-Type B console

Connector Type

RJ-45 (1000BASE-T), LC (SFP+ uplinks)

Fan Modules

3x field-replaceable, N+1 redundant

Product Performance

Switching Bandwidth
Forwarding Rate
Stacked Switching Bandwidth (8-Unit StackWise-320)

Key Features

Fixed 4x10G Uplink Capacity

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.

Data-Only Port Design

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 Licensing Boundary

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.

StackWise-320 Fixed-Uplink Stacking

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.

N+1 Fan 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.

Standard Indoor Range Fits Unconditioned Closets

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

Campus Access Wiring Closet

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.

Non-PoE Aggregation for IT Racks

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.

StackWise-320 Access Stack Member

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

Parameter

C9300L-48T-4X-E

C9300L-48P-4X-E

C9300L-24T-4X-E

Port Count

48x 1G data only

48x 1G PoE+

24x 1G data only

Fixed Uplinks

4x10G/1G SFP+

4x10G/1G SFP+

4x10G/1G SFP+

Default Power Supply

PWR-C1-350WAC-P, 350W AC

PWR-C1-715WAC-P, 715W AC

PWR-C1-350WAC-P, 350W AC

Default PoE Budget

Not a PoE Switch (Data Only)

505W

Not a PoE Switch (Data Only)

Switching Bandwidth

176 Gbps

176 Gbps

128 Gbps

Forwarding Rate

130.95 Mpps

130.95 Mpps

95.23 Mpps

Network License

Network Essentials

Network Essentials

Network Essentials

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

Check Item

What to Confirm

Why It Matters

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Model

Description

C9300L-STACK-KIT

Cisco StackWise-320 stacking kit for C9300L-48T-4X-E, using STACK-T3 stacking cables.

C9300L-STACK-KIT2

Cisco StackWise-320 stacking kit for C9300L-48T-4X-E, using STACK-T3A stacking cables.

PWR-C1-350WAC-P

Second PWR-C1-350WAC-P power supply for the C9300L-48T-4X-E’s 1+1 redundant power bay.

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.

1

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.

1

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

9

Eight number-8 Phillips flat-head screws

2

AC power cord

10

Cable guide

3

Product documentation and compliance document

11

M4.0 x 20mm Phillips pan-head screw

4

Four rubber mounting feet

12

(Optional) RJ-45 console cable

5

Ground lug screw and ring terminal

13

(Optional) USB console cable

6

Two 19-inch mounting brackets

14

(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

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

  • What is Cisco C9300L-48T-4X-E used for?

    Cisco C9300L-48T-4X-E is used for 48-port Gigabit data-only access with fixed 4x10G/1G SFP+ uplinks and Network Essentials licensing. It fits closets where endpoints have separate power and 10G uplinks are needed.
  • Does C9300L-48T-4X-E support PoE?

    No. C9300L-48T-4X-E is data-only and does not power endpoints. For PoE+ access, compare it with C9300L-48P-4X-E.
  • How is C9300L-48T-4X-E different from C9300L-48T-4X-A?

    C9300L-48T-4X-E ships with Network Essentials, while C9300L-48T-4X-A ships with Network Advantage. The 48 data ports and fixed 10G uplinks are the same.
  • What uplinks does C9300L-48T-4X-E have?

    C9300L-48T-4X-E has 4 fixed 10G/1G SFP+ uplinks. It is suitable when fixed 10G uplinks are enough and there is no need for modular uplink cards.
  • Can C9300L-48T-4X-E be stacked?

    Yes. C9300L-48T-4X-E supports StackWise-320. It can be stacked with compatible fixed-uplink C9300L models for simpler management of dense data-only switch groups.
  • How is C9300L-48T-4X-E different from C9300-48T-E?

    C9300L-48T-4X-E has fixed 4x10G uplinks, while C9300-48T-E supports modular uplink network modules. Choose C9300L-48T-4X-E when fixed 10G uplinks are enough and uplink-module flexibility is unnecessary.
  • Who should choose C9300L-48T-4X-E?

    Choose C9300L-48T-4X-E when the site needs 48 data-only copper ports, fixed 10G uplinks, StackWise-320, and Network Essentials. It is not intended for powered endpoints.
  • When should I choose C9300L-48T-4X-A instead?

    Choose C9300L-48T-4X-A when the 48-port data-only switch needs Network Advantage from the start. C9300L-48T-4X-E is better when Essentials-level features are enough.

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