Description
High-Performance
The WS-C3850-12X48UW-S Cisco Catalyst switch is a high-performance, fully managed switch that provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 12 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports. It is designed for enterprise networks, data centers, and service provider environments that require high-bandwidth and low-latency switching.
The switch is built on the Cisco Catalyst 3850 series platform, which is designed for high-availability, scalability, and security. The switch supports advanced features such as StackWise-480 technology, which allows for stacking up to 9 switches for a total of 432 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 108 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports. This provides a high level of scalability and flexibility for growing networks.
The switch also supports Cisco DNA Center, which is a network automation and assurance platform that enables network administrators to quickly and easily manage, monitor, and troubleshoot their network. This can help improve network uptime and reduce operational costs.
In addition, the switch supports advanced security features such as access control lists (ACLs) and 802.1x authentication, which can help protect against unauthorized access and data breaches. It also supports EnergyWise technology, which can help reduce energy costs by monitoring and controlling energy usage of connected devices.
Efficient Network Management
- Utilize Cisco Prime Infrastructure or Cisco Network Assistant for centralized management and monitoring of the WS-C3850-12X48UW-S switch.
- Implement Quality of Service (QoS) policies to prioritize traffic and ensure optimal network performance.
- Use Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) to bundle multiple physical ports together for increased bandwidth and redundancy.
- Enable advanced security features such as Access Control Lists (ACLs) and Secure Shell (SSH) to protect against unauthorized access and potential network breaches.
- Utilize EnergyWise technology to monitor and control energy usage of connected devices, reducing power consumption and costs.
- Implement Cisco FlexStack or StackWise-480 to stack multiple switches together for increased scalability and ease of management.
- Regularly backup and update the switch’s firmware and configuration to ensure smooth operation and prevent potential issues.
- Utilize SNMP or NetFlow for monitoring and troubleshooting network issues.
- Utilize Cisco’s Smartports feature to automatically configure ports based on the type of device connected, ensuring optimal network performance.
- Regularly perform network audits and assessments to identify and address potential issues or areas for improvement.
Security Features
- IEEE 802.1X Authentication: This feature allows for secure network access by authenticating users and devices before granting them access to the network.
- Access Control Lists (ACLs): This feature allows for fine-grained control over network traffic by defining access rules for different users or devices.
- Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI): This feature helps prevent ARP spoofing attacks by inspecting ARP packets and verifying their authenticity.
- DHCP Snooping: This feature helps prevent DHCP spoofing attacks by verifying DHCP server packets and ensuring that only authorized DHCP servers can assign IP addresses.
- Secure Shell (SSH) and Telnet: This feature allows for secure remote access to the switch via encrypted SSH or Telnet sessions.
- Port Security: This feature allows for security on individual switch ports by limiting the number of MAC addresses that can be associated with a port.
- Cisco TrustSec: This feature allows for secure network segmentation and identity-based access control.
- Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) Encryption: This feature provides end-to-end encryption for data transmission across the network.
- Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) Integration: This feature allows for integration with the Cisco ISE security platform for identity-based access control and policy enforcement.
- Network Foundation Protection (NFP): This feature provides security for the network infrastructure by protecting against attacks on network devices and services.
General Information:
Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
Manufacturer Part Number WS-C3850-12X48UW-S
Brand Name Cisco
Product Line Catalyst
Product Series 3850
Product Model WS-C3850-12X48U
Product Name WS-C3850-12X48U Layer 3 Switch
Product Type Layer 3 Switch
Interfaces/Ports
Total Number of Network Ports 48
Uplink Port No
Modular No
Stack Port No
Port/Expansion Slot Details 48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet Network
Media & Performance
Media Type Supported Twisted Pair
Ethernet Technology 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Network Technology 10GBase-T
Network & Communication
Layer Supported 4
Management & Protocols
Manageable Yes
Power Description
Power Source Power Supply
Redundant Power Supply Supported Yes
