Cisco Switch Catalyst 3650

Cisco’s C1-WS3650-48XFD/K9 stands as an enterprise-class switch designed to address diverse networking needs for distributors, SMB integrators, and end-users. As a key member of the Cisco 3650 family, the C1-WS3650-48XFD/K9 brings together high port density, flexible 10G SFP+ uplinks, and advanced wireless controller features for organizations seeking agile and robust infrastructure. With Cisco’s architectural leadership, this 3650 switch supports up to 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and is engineered to provide seamless scalability, enhanced Layer 2/3 performance, and integrated wireless capabilities. The switch has a switching capacity of 392Gbps, providing robust throughput for both Asia’s digital campuses and Europe’s hybrid networks alike. Featuring stacking bandwidth of 160Gbps and forwarding rate of 261.90Mpps, the C1-WS3650-48XFD/K9 ensures reliable operation in complex business deployments across North America and Africa, from multi-site enterprises to fast-growing small offices. With c1-ws3650-48xfd/k9, businesses can not only deploy high-speed aggregation for core and edge connectivity but also benefit from simplified management and security features powered by Cisco IOS. Its adaptable design, support for up to 25 wireless APs, and capability for 1,000 wireless clients per stack enable digital transformation for a wide spectrum of network environments. Importantly, Cisco integrates compliance, efficiency, and advanced stacking—making the C1-WS3650-48XFD/K9 a future-ready solution fitting modern enterprise requirements wherever you operate. Ultimately, the Cisco C1-WS3650-48XFD/K9 delivers a balanced blend of scalability, performance, and integrated wireless, driving confidence for enterprises planning for growth and efficient connectivity worldwide.

Product Features Comparison

Model	C1-WS3650-48XFD/K9	C1-WS3850-48P/K9	C1-WS3850-12XS-S	C1-WSC3850-48XS-S
Brand	Cisco	Cisco	Cisco	Cisco
Port Configuration	48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T ports, 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplinks	48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports	12 x SFP+ ports	48 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports
Switching Capacity	392 Gbps	176 Gbps	320 Gbps (24-port 10G model equivalent)	1280 Gbps
Forwarding Rate	261.90 Mpps	130.95 Mpps	227.28 Mpps	909 Mpps
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	StackWise-160, up to 9 units	StackWise-480, up to 9 units	StackWise-480 (up to 9 units)	StackWise-480 (up to 9 units)