Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560E-48TD-S with 48 Gigabit ports + 2 X2 uplinks. Layer 3 enterprise switch for secure, scalable, high-performance business networks.
| Specifications | Details |
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| Brand | Cisco Systems, Inc. |
| Model | WS-C3560E-48TD-S |
| Product Type | 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 3560E Series |
| Ports | 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet + 2 × X2 10-Gigabit uplinks |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 95 Mpps |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 & Layer 3 |
| Software | Cisco IOS IP Base |
| Form Factor | Rackmount, 1U |
| Power Supply | Integrated (optional redundant PSU) |
| Certifications | CE, FCC, UL, CSA, RoHS (enterprise-grade compliance) |
Product Features
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48 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed enterprise networking
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2 × X2 10Gb uplink ports for scalable backbone connectivity
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Layer 3 routing support for advanced enterprise networking
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128 Gbps switching fabric with non-blocking architecture
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95 Mpps forwarding rate for wire-speed performance
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Cisco IOS IP Base software with advanced security and QoS
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Stackable design with optional redundant power for high availability
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Enterprise-grade certifications ensuring compliance & reliability
General Product Information
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560E-48TD-S 48-Port Gigabit Switch is a powerful enterprise-class switch designed for high-performance, secure, and scalable networks. With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 X2-based 10-Gigabit uplinks, this switch delivers the speed and flexibility required by modern businesses.
Built on Cisco’s proven Catalyst 3560E Series architecture, it supports Layer 2 switching and advanced Layer 3 routing protocols, making it ideal for converged networks that carry voice, video, and data traffic. Its 128 Gbps switching capacity and 95 Mpps forwarding rate ensure non-blocking, wire-speed connectivity across all ports.
The WS-C3560E-48TD-S comes preloaded with Cisco IOS IP Base software, offering enhanced QoS, ACLs, multicast routing, and enterprise security features. With support for redundant power systems, it ensures maximum uptime and reliability.
Designed for enterprise core, distribution, and access layer deployments, this switch is a trusted solution for organizations looking to build secure, scalable, and efficient networks.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco |
| Model | WS-C3560E-48TD-S |
| Series | Catalyst 3560E |
| Ports | 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet + 2 × X2 10Gb uplinks |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 95 Mpps |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| QoS | Advanced QoS with traffic prioritization |
| Security Features | ACLs, Cisco TrustSec, Port Security |
| Software | Cisco IOS IP Base |
| Stacking | Yes, with StackWise modules |
| Power Supply | Integrated, redundant PSU support |
| Form Factor | 1U rackmount |
| Dimensions | 1.73 × 17.5 × 17.7 in |
| Weight | ~17 lbs (7.7 kg) |
| Certifications | FCC, CE, UL, CSA, RoHS |
Compatible Products
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Cisco Catalyst 3560E and 3750E family switches (stacking/expansion)
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Cisco X2 10GbE transceivers (X2-SR, X2-LR, X2-ER)
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Cisco SFP modules for fiber uplinks
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Cisco routers & firewalls (ISR, ASA, Firepower series)
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Enterprise servers: Dell, HPE ProLiant, Cisco UCS
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Network OS environments: Windows Server, VMware ESXi, Linux
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise campus & core networking
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Data center aggregation switch
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Branch office backbone connectivity
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Unified communications (VoIP, video conferencing)
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High-performance corporate LANs
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Secure enterprise infrastructure with ACLs & QoS
Comparison Angle
Compared to older Catalyst 3560/3550 models, the 3560E-48TD-S delivers:
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128 Gbps switching vs ~32–64 Gbps on older models
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2 × 10Gb uplinks for high-speed backbone connectivity
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More advanced security features (TrustSec, ACLs)
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Higher performance forwarding (95 Mpps) for demanding workloads
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StackWise scalability for future network expansion
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Cisco Catalyst 3750E Series (stacking-capable partner)
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Cisco Catalyst 9300 Series (next-gen replacement/upgrade path)
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Cisco X2 10GbE transceivers (SR, LR, ER modules)
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Cisco rackmount kits & redundant power supplies
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Cisco Firepower security appliances for end-to-end protection