Description
The Cisco WS-C4948E-E is a high-performance Layer 3 top-of-rack switch offering 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, software-based IPv6 support, and low-latency switching for data center and enterprise aggregation environments.
Technical Specifications
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Condition
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New/Never Used Surplus
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| Brand |
Cisco
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| Category |
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| Part Number |
WS-C4948E-E
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| Subcatecory |
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| Series |
Catalyst 4948E |
| Switching Capacity |
96 Gbps |
| Throughput |
72 mpps |
| Ports |
48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet |
| IPv6 Support |
In Software |
| Active VLANs |
4096 |
| CPU |
266 MHz |
| SDRAM |
256 MB |
| Shared Buffer |
16 MB |
| Rack Height |
1RU |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) |
17.29 x 16.14 x 1.712 in (43.92 x 41.00 x 4.45 cm) |
| Weight |
16.5 lb (7.48 kg) |
Information About WS-C4948E-E
The WS-C4948E-E belongs to the Cisco Catalyst 4948E Series, engineered for high-speed and high-density deployments. It delivers a switching capacity of 96 Gbps with 72 million packets per second (mpps) throughput, ensuring non-blocking performance for Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding.
This model provides 48 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports and includes support for 4096 active VLANs, enabling extensive network segmentation. IPv6 routing is supported in software, allowing the switch to function in modern dual-stack environments. The device is built with 256 MB of SDRAM, a 266 MHz CPU, and a 16 MB shared buffer, providing stability and reliable operation even under heavy traffic loads.
Key Features:
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48 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Delivers high-density connectivity for top-of-rack deployments
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96 Gbps Switching Capacity: Ensures wire-speed throughput for demanding workloads
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Software-Based IPv6 Support: Prepares the network for modern IP dual-stack environments
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4096 VLANs Supported: Enables granular traffic segmentation and secure multitenancy
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Compact 1RU Design: Efficient space usage in data center and enterprise racks
The WS-C4948E-E offers reliable Layer 3 switching with high throughput and IPv6 readiness for performance-driven networks.
