Description
The Cisco WS-C4948E-F is a high-performance, low-latency Layer 2/3 fixed-configuration switch from the Cisco Catalyst 4900 Series, designed for enterprise and service provider data centers.
Technical Specifications
| Condition |
New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand |
Cisco
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| Category |
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| Part Number |
WS-C4948E-F
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| Subcatecory |
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| Switching Capacity |
96 Gbps |
| Throughput |
72 mpps |
| IPv6 Support |
In software |
| Height |
1RU |
| Maximum 10/100/1000 Ports |
48 |
| Maximum Gigabit Ethernet (fiber) Ports |
4 |
| Uplink Optic Type |
4 SFP optics |
| Multilayer Switching |
IP Base and Enterprise Services options |
| Shared Buffer |
16 MB |
| CPU |
266 MHz |
| Synchronous Dynamic RAM (SDRAM) |
256 MB |
| Active VLANs |
4096 |
| MAC Addresses |
32,000 |
| Switched Port Analyzer (SPAN) |
2 ingress and 4 egress |
| Minimum Software Requirement |
Cisco IOS® Software Release 12.2(20)EWA or later |
| Operating Temperature |
32º to 104ºF (0º to 40ºC) |
| Storage Temperature |
–40º to 167ºF (–40º to 75ºC) |
| Relative Humidity |
10% to 90%, noncondensing |
| Operating Altitude |
–60 to 2000m |
| Width |
17.290 in. (43.9166 cm) |
| Height |
1.712 in. (4.445 cm) |
| Depth |
16.14 in. (40.9956 cm) |
| Weight |
16.5 lbs |
Information About WS-C4948E-F
The Cisco WS-C4948E-F is a high-performance, low-latency Layer 2/3 fixed-configuration switch designed for enterprise data centers and service provider networks, delivering scalable, high-speed connectivity with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 4 10-Gigabit Ethernet uplinks. Engineered for front-to-back airflow, high availability, and operational efficiency, it enables top-of-rack server aggregation and critical network deployments, making it an essential component for environments where high-density switching, uptime, and low-latency performance are critical.
Key Features:
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Compatibility: Specifically designed for enterprise data centers, service provider networks, and high-density campus aggregation layers
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Component Type: Fixed-configuration Layer 2/3 Gigabit Ethernet switch with 10-Gigabit uplinks
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Function: Provides wire-speed Layer 2/3 switching, server aggregation, advanced QoS, and security features
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Form Factor: 1RU rack-mountable chassis with front-to-back airflow for optimized cooling in data center environments
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Installation: Standard rack-mount installation, typically performed by IT or data center network professionals
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Reliability: Supports redundant, hot-swappable AC or DC power supplies and field-replaceable fans for continuous operation
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Maintenance Use: Ideal for scaling high-performance server access networks, reducing network latency, and enhancing network resiliency
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Use Case: Delivers scalable, low-latency connectivity for top-of-rack deployments, enterprise aggregation, and service provider infrastructure
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Operating Environment: Temperature range 0°C to 40°C; relative humidity 10% to 90% non-condensing
This high-performance switch provides critical low-latency and scalable network connectivity for dynamic data center and enterprise environments. The Cisco WS-C4948E-F is a trusted solution for enabling efficient, resilient, and high-speed networking in demanding IT infrastructures.
