WS-C3560X-48P-E, Cisco Catalyst 3560-X Series 48-Port PoE+ Gigabit Ethernet Switch

Overview

Key Features

1. 48 Gigabit Ethernet Ports with PoE+:
   • The switch is equipped with 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports that support Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+). This allows the switch to deliver power to connected devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras directly through the Ethernet cables, reducing the need for separate power supplies.
2. Modular Uplink Options:
   • The WS-C3560X-48P-E supports modular uplinks, allowing network administrators to choose between different types of uplink modules, such as 1G SFP, 10G SFP+, or 10GBASE-T. This flexibility ensures that the switch can be tailored to specific network requirements and can easily adapt to future growth.
3. StackWise Technology:
   • This switch can be stacked with other compatible Cisco switches using Cisco’s StackWise technology, enabling multiple switches to function as a single logical unit. This enhances scalability, simplifies management, and improves network resiliency by providing redundancy.
4. Advanced Security Features:
   • The switch includes robust security capabilities, such as Cisco TrustSec, which provides policy-based access control, and advanced encryption to protect data traffic. It also supports 802.1X authentication, port security, and access control lists (ACLs) to safeguard the network against unauthorized access and attacks.
5. High-Performance Routing:
   • The WS-C3560X-48P-E supports advanced routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP, enabling efficient routing within complex network topologies. The switch is well-suited for Layer 3 routing applications, making it ideal for enterprise-level deployments where routing performance is crucial.
6. Energy Efficiency:
   • Designed with energy efficiency in mind, this switch supports Cisco EnergyWise technology, which helps reduce power consumption across the network. It allows administrators to monitor and manage the energy usage of network devices, contributing to a greener and more cost-effective network environment.
7. Redundant Power Supplies:
   • The switch features dual redundant power supply units (PSUs), which ensure continuous operation in the event of a power failure. This redundancy is critical for maintaining network uptime in mission-critical environments.
8. Comprehensive Management Capabilities:
   • The WS-C3560X-48P-E can be managed using various Cisco management tools, including Cisco Prime Infrastructure, Cisco Network Assistant, and the Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI). These tools provide comprehensive control over network operations, allowing for efficient configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
9. QoS (Quality of Service):
   • This switch offers advanced QoS features that prioritize network traffic based on application, user, or data flow, ensuring that critical services like voice and video receive the necessary bandwidth and low latency for optimal performance.
10. IPv6 Support:
    • The switch is fully compatible with IPv6, the latest Internet Protocol, which is essential for future-proofing the network. This ensures that the network can handle the growing number of connected devices and the transition from IPv4 to IPv6.

Use Cases

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560X-48P-E is ideal for a variety of network environments, including:

• Enterprise Networks: Its advanced routing, security, and management features make it well-suited for large organizations requiring a robust and scalable network backbone.
• Branch Offices: The switch’s PoE+ capabilities and modular uplink options are beneficial for branch offices needing flexible, high-performance network infrastructure.
• Data Centers: With its stacking capabilities and high-density port configuration, it can be deployed in data centers to support server farms and other critical infrastructure.
• Campus Networks: The switch can be used in campus networks where multiple buildings or departments need to be interconnected with high-speed, reliable network services.