Cisco WS-C3560X-48P-L 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch with PoE+

Overview

The Cisco WS-C3560X-48P-L is a managed Layer 3 switch, offering advanced security, availability, and manageability features. It is equipped with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), making it an ideal solution for environments that require high-speed connectivity and power delivery to connected devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and video surveillance cameras.

Key Features

1. Ports and Connectivity:
   • 48 Gigabit Ethernet Ports: The switch includes 48 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) ports, providing high-speed network connectivity for end-user devices.
   • PoE+ Support: All 48 ports support Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), which provides up to 30W of power per port. This is especially useful for powering devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras directly through the network cable.
   • Modular Uplinks: The WS-C3560X-48P-L features modular uplink options, allowing you to choose between 4 x Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports or 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports, providing flexibility in network design.
2. Performance:
   • Switching Capacity: The switch offers a switching capacity of 160 Gbps, ensuring efficient handling of large amounts of network traffic.
   • Forwarding Rate: It supports a forwarding rate of 77.4 Mpps (Million Packets Per Second), enabling high-performance packet forwarding across the network.
3. Layer 3 Features:
   • Routing Capabilities: The switch supports basic Layer 3 routing functions, including static routing and RIP (Routing Information Protocol), making it suitable for small to medium-sized routing environments.
   • Advanced Routing Protocols: While primarily a Layer 2 switch, it offers some Layer 3 functionalities, including support for Inter-VLAN routing, which allows communication between different VLANs without requiring a dedicated router.
4. Security Features:
   • Access Control Lists (ACLs): Supports IPv4 and IPv6 ACLs, providing granular control over network traffic and enhancing security.
   • Cisco TrustSec: Implements Cisco TrustSec security policies to ensure secure access control and identity management across the network.
   • 802.1X Authentication: Supports 802.1X network access control for secure device authentication.
5. Quality of Service (QoS):
   • Advanced QoS: The switch includes advanced QoS features, allowing traffic prioritization to ensure that critical applications, such as voice and video, receive the necessary bandwidth.
6. Stacking and Expansion:
   • StackWise Plus: The WS-C3560X-48P-L supports Cisco StackWise Plus technology, enabling up to nine switches to be stacked together as a single logical unit. This provides scalability and simplifies management by treating the stack as a single switch.
7. Management:
   • Flexible Management Options: The switch can be managed via a command-line interface (CLI), a web-based graphical interface, or through Cisco’s Network Assistant and Prime Infrastructure for centralized management.
   • Energy Management: Features Cisco EnergyWise technology, allowing for the measurement and control of energy usage across the network.
8. Energy Efficiency:
   • Energy-Efficient Design: The switch is designed to reduce power consumption, with features like Cisco’s EnergyWise and efficient power supplies.
9. Form Factor and Mounting:
   • Rack-Mountable: The switch is rack-mountable with a 1U form factor, making it suitable for standard 19-inch racks.
   • Redundant Power Supply: The switch supports an optional redundant power supply, which increases reliability and uptime.

Use Cases

The Cisco WS-C3560X-48P-L is well-suited for medium to large-sized enterprises that require robust network performance, PoE+ support for powering connected devices, and advanced security and management features. It is ideal for environments that demand high availability and scalability, such as corporate networks, data centers, and branch offices.