Cisco Catalyst 9300 Ethernet & Network Switches Model Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series is Cisco’s leading stackable enterprise access switching platform, delivering high-density, secure, and cloud-ready networking for businesses. Built to support a hybrid work environment, it offers modular and fixed uplink options, high-speed stacking bandwidth up to 1 Tbps, and the highest multigigabit and PoE+ port density in its class. With advanced security, cloud management via Meraki, and integrated AI-driven analytics, the Catalyst 9300 ensures seamless connectivity, optimized performance, and future-ready network scalability.
Key Features:
StackWise-1T technology enables 1 Tbps stacking bandwidth for unmatched scalability.
Flexible uplink options with 100G, 40G, 25G, 10G, and multigigabit support.
Cisco ThousandEyes integration for real-time network analytics and troubleshooting.
Cloud and on-premise management with Cisco Meraki or Cisco DNA Center.
Advanced security, including AES-256 MACsec encryption and Encrypted Traffic Analytics.
The Cisco® Catalyst® 9300 Series switches are Cisco's lead stackable enterprise switching platform built for security, and cloud. They are the next generation of the industry's most widely deployed switching platform. Catalyst 9300 Series switches form the foundational building block for Software-Defined Access (SD-Access), Cisco's lead enterprise architecture. At up to 480 Gbps, they are the industry's highest-density stacking bandwidth solution with the most flexible uplink architecture. The Catalyst 9300 Series is the first optimized platform for high-density Wi-Fi 6 and 802.11ac Wave2. It sets new maximums for network scale. These switches are also ready for the future, with an x86 CPU architecture and more memory, enabling them to host containers and run third-party applications and scripts natively within the switch.
The Catalyst 9300 Series is designed for Cisco StackWise® technology, providing flexible deployment with support for nonstop forwarding with Stateful Switchover (NSF/SSO), for the most resilient architecture in a stackable (sub-50-ms) solution. The highly resilient and efficient power architecture features Cisco StackPower®, which delivers high-density Cisco Universal Power over Ethernet (Cisco UPOE®) and Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) ports. The switches are based on the Cisco Unified Access™ Data Plane 2.0 (UADP) 2.0 architecture which not only protects your investment but also allows a larger scale and higher throughput. A modern operating system, Cisco IOS® XE with programmability offers advanced security capabilities and Internet of Things (IoT) convergence. The Foundation of software-Defined access
Advanced persistent security threats. The exponential growth of Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Mobility everywhere. Cloud adoption. All of these require a network fabric that integrates advanced hardware and software innovations to automate, secure, and simplify customer networks. The goal of this network fabric is to enable customer revenue growth by accelerating the rollout of business services.
The Cisco Digital Network Architecture (Cisco DNA) with Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) is the network fabric that powers business. It is an open and extensible, software-driven architecture that accelerates and simplifies your enterprise network operations. The programmable architecture frees your IT staff from time-consuming, repetitive network configuration tasks so they can focus instead on innovation that positively transforms your business. SD-Access enables policy-based automation from edge to cloud with foundational capabilities. These include:
What are the port configurations available on the Cisco C9300L-48T-4G-10E?
The Cisco C9300L-48T-4G-10E features 48 Gigabit Ethernet downlink ports with four 1 Gigabit uplink ports, providing flexible connectivity for enterprise campus and branch deployments. This fixed configuration delivers reliable performance for organizations requiring high-density access without modular complexity. We offer this model as part of our comprehensive Cisco networking inventory available from barcodesinc.com.
What security features does the C9300L-48T-4G-10E support?
The C9300L-48T-4G-10E supports advanced security capabilities including MACsec-256 encryption, IPsec hardware acceleration, Cisco Umbrella cloud security integration, and optional ASAc firewall application hosting. These enterprise-grade security features protect data in transit and enable secure remote access for distributed workforces. Contact us today to discuss security requirements for your network deployment.
Is the Cisco C9300L-48T-4G-10E suitable for warehouse and logistics operations?
Yes, the C9300L-48T-4G-10E is well-suited for warehouse and logistics environments, supporting high-density device connectivity with flexible PoE+ power delivery options for IoT sensors, mobile devices, and RFID readers. The switch's fixed architecture and robust design make it ideal for mission-critical inventory and asset tracking applications. Visit barcodesinc.com to explore how this switch integrates with your warehouse management systems.
What power and cooling specifications should I plan for when deploying the C9300L-48T-4G-10E?
The C9300L-48T-4G-10E is designed with energy efficiency in mind and carries ENERGY STAR® certification, reducing operational costs in data center and network closet environments. The switch supports redundant power and fan options to ensure high availability for critical network infrastructure. Our team can provide detailed power consumption and thermal specifications—contact us today for deployment planning.
Can the C9300L-48T-4G-10E be managed remotely through cloud platforms?
Yes, the C9300L-48T-4G-10E supports Meraki cloud monitoring and management capabilities, enabling centralized visibility and control across distributed locations without on-premises management infrastructure. This cloud-native approach simplifies network operations for organizations managing multiple sites. We offer complete support for cloud-managed deployments—visit barcodesinc.com or contact us today for implementation assistance.
What uplink and fiber connectivity options are available for the C9300L-48T-4G-10E?
The C9300L-48T-4G-10E provides four 1 Gigabit uplink ports and supports flexible fiber connectivity including 10 Gbps, 1 Gbps, and multigigabit options through copper or fiber interfaces, enabling seamless integration with core network infrastructure. This flexibility accommodates both legacy and modern network architectures. We stock compatible transceivers and can help you design the optimal uplink configuration—contact us today.
The Cisco C9300L-48T-4G-10E Ethernet & Network Switches is also known as
CSC-C9300L48T4G10E
