WS-C3650-48FQ-L - Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-Port PoE+ Switch

Cisco Catalyst 3650 48-port Gigabit PoE+ stackable access switch with 4x10G SFP+ uplinks, StackWise-160 stacking, and LAN Base licensing for enterprise networks.

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48FQ-L is an enterprise-class, standalone or stackable access-layer switch built on the Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) ASIC and StackWise-160 architecture. It provides 48 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports with full PoE+ capability plus 4x10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports, all under the LAN Base feature set. Designed to unify wired and wireless policy enforcement, it supports converged access deployments for IP telephony, wireless access points, and surveillance systems. The switch ships with a 1025W AC power supply, supports modular field-replaceable fans and power supplies, and can be stacked with up to nine units for 160 Gbps of stack bandwidth, making it suitable for demanding campus and branch access-layer networking environments.

• Manufacturer: Cisco Systems
• Product Family: Cisco Catalyst
• Product Series: Catalyst 3650 Series
• Model: WS-C3650-48FQ-L
• Product Type: Stackable Layer 3 access-layer Ethernet switch
• Feature Set: LAN Base
• Ethernet Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports
• Uplink Ports: 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplinks
• Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 130.95 Mpps
• Stacking Technology: Cisco StackWise-160, up to 9 switches, 160 Gbps stack bandwidth
• PoE Budget: Up to 775W total PoE+ power budget
• Power Supply: 1025W AC power supply (field-replaceable)
• Form Factor: 1 RU rack-mountable
• ASIC: Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP)
• Memory (RAM): Approx. 4 GB DRAM (family-wide spec)
• Flash Memory: Approx. 2 GB Flash (family-wide spec)
• Management: SNMPv1/v2c/v3, RMON, Telnet, SSH, CLI
• Security: 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection
• Wireless Support: Integrated wireless controller capability for access points/clients
• Dimensions (approx.): 44.5 cm x 44.5 cm x 4.4 cm (1U chassis, similar 3650 48-port models)
• Weight (approx.): Approx. 7.6–7.8 kg unit weight (based on comparable 3650 48-port SKUs)
• Redundant Fans: Three field-replaceable fans included in chassis
• Product Status: End-of-Sale (last order date October 31, 2021)
• Replacement Product: Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48PF-4X-E

• 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with full PoE+ (802.3at) support
• 4x10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ modular uplink ports
• Cisco StackWise-160 technology for stacking up to 9 switches
• Built on Cisco UADP ASIC for unified wired-wireless policy enforcement
• Field-replaceable, modular power supplies and fans for redundancy
• Integrated wireless LAN controller capability for access points and clients
• Advanced QoS and Flexible NetFlow (FNF) support
• Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 routing under LAN Base license
• Security features including 802.1X, DHCP snooping, and Dynamic ARP Inspection
• 1025W AC power supply supporting high PoE+ budget
• Compact 1 RU rack-mountable design
• Supports Cisco DNA Center integration for centralized management

Designed for enterprise access-layer networking where high-density PoE+ connectivity and 10G uplinks are required.

• Enterprise campus access-layer switching for wired endpoints
• Powering VoIP handsets and IP phones via PoE+
• Deploying and powering wireless access points at scale
• Connecting IP surveillance cameras requiring PoE+
• Aggregating access-layer traffic to core/distribution via 10G uplinks
• Building stacked switch clusters for high-availability access networks
• Supporting converged wired/wireless policy enforcement in branch offices

• High-density PoE+ for phones, APs, cameras
• 10G uplinks for fast core connectivity
• Stack up to 9 units for scalability
• Redundant fans and power for uptime
• Unified wired/wireless policy management
• Simplified operations via DNA Center

• Form Factor: 1 RU, rack-mountable
• Dimensions (approx.): 44.5 cm (W) x 44.5 cm (D) x 4.4 cm (H)
• Weight (approx.): 7.6–7.8 kg depending on configuration
• Cooling: Three field-replaceable fans

Per available documentation, this product is validated for use with the following accessories and platforms:

• Cisco StackWise-160 stack module (C3650-STACK-KIT)
• Cisco 1025W AC Config 2 secondary power supply (PWR-C2-1025WAC=)
• Cisco 640W DC Config 2 secondary power supply (PWR-C2-640WDC=)
• Console cable RJ45/USB (CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45, CAB-CONSOLE-USB)
• IP Base/IP Services electronic license upgrades within the 3650 family
• Cisco DNA Center for centralized network management
• Other Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series stackable switches (via StackWise-160)

Note: This model has reached End-of-Sale status; Cisco lists the Catalyst C9300L-48PF-4X-E as the recommended replacement product for new deployments.

• Cisco Catalyst WS-C3650-48FQ-L switch chassis
• Pre-installed 1025W AC power supply
• Three pre-installed field-replaceable fans
• Two StackWise-160 adapter modules (chassis-installed)
• Basic product documentation

Q: What is the port configuration of the WS-C3650-48FQ-L?

A: It provides 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with full PoE+ support and 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ modular uplink ports, as confirmed on the Cisco Catalyst 3650 datasheet and multiple distributor listings.

Q: Is the WS-C3650-48FQ-L still available for purchase from Cisco?

A: No. Cisco's official End-of-Sale and End-of-Life notice lists this model with a last order date of October 31, 2021, and identifies the Catalyst C9300L-48PF-4X-E as its recommended replacement.

Q: How much PoE power does this switch support?

A: According to third-party product documentation, the switch supports a total PoE+ power budget of up to 775W across its 48 ports.

Q: Can multiple WS-C3650-48FQ-L switches be stacked together?

A: Yes, it supports Cisco StackWise-160 technology, allowing up to nine switches to be stacked with 160 Gbps of stack bandwidth.

Q: What feature set does this switch ship with?

A: This model ships with the LAN Base feature set, which includes basic Layer 3 functions such as static routing and RIP; advanced routing protocols require an IP Base or IP Services license upgrade.

Q: What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of this model?

A: Per distributor specification data, the WS-C3650-48FQ-L delivers a switching capacity of 176 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 130.95 Mpps.

Q: What power supply does the WS-C3650-48FQ-L use?

A: It is shipped with a 1025W AC power supply to support its full PoE+ port density, and additional field-replaceable power supplies are available as accessories.

Q: What is the recommended replacement for this switch today?

A: Cisco's official end-of-life documentation designates the Catalyst C9300L-48PF-4X-E as the direct replacement product for the WS-C3650-48FQ-L.