Cisco Catalyst C9300X-48TX – Powerful Enterprise Switch with 48x10G Multigigabit Ports

The Cisco Catalyst C9300X-48TX, a next-generation access switch in the renowned Catalyst 9300 Series that redefines performance, security, and flexibility for modern networks. Engineered as a core component of the software-defined campus, this powerful switch model is tailor-made to deliver superior bandwidth, advanced security, and robust stacking options, directly addressing the needs of the hybrid workplace.

The C9300X-48TX switch excels with 48 Multigigabit 10G copper ports, offering exceptional scale for demanding deployments. Its modular uplink design enables seamless integration of high-speed network modules up to 100G, delivering unrivaled architectural flexibility and futureproofing investments. With Cisco StackWise-1T technology, users experience industry-leading stacking bandwidth up to 1 Tbps, supporting large-scale virtual stack environments while retaining simple unified management across up to eight switches.

Advanced built-in hardware features guarantee robust security, highlighted by line-rate IPsec encryption (up to 100G speeds), AES-256 MACsec link encryption, Secure Boot, and Cisco Trust Anchor technologies. These capabilities ensure trustworthy operations and strong data protection. The switch supports modern cloud, virtual, or on-premises management and is Meraki-ready for integrated dashboard operations.

This solution offers the versatility to scale out switching architectures, automate network provisioning, and maintain policy-based segmentation—all while delivering high performance for multimedia, virtual desktop, IoT, and wireless applications. Featuring 16 GB DRAM, flexible programmability, deep packet buffers, extensive flow visibility with Flexible NetFlow, and support for open APIs and telemetry, the C9300X-48TX unlocks insights and efficiency across campus networks.

Key Features

• 48 x 10G Multigigabit copper ports for high-speed access

• Modular uplink support: 100G, 40G, 25G, 10G, and 1G

• Industry-leading StackWise-1T stacking, up to 1 Tbps bandwidth with mixed stacking support

• 16 GB DRAM, 16 GB flash for application hosting and enhanced capacity

• Line-rate IPsec encryption up to 100G, AES-256 MACsec, Secure Boot, and Trust Anchor security

• Cloud- and Meraki-dashboard ready management, plus web-based GUI (WebUI) onboard

• SD-Access and programmable with open APIs (NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG)

• Cisco StackPower support for resilient, pooled power architecture

• Flexible NetFlow application visibility and control

• Integrated RFID tag for asset management and blue beacon LED for identification

• Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) power-saving capabilities

• Hardware-anchored Secure Unique Device Identification (SUDI)

Whether deploying SD-Access, building out cloud infrastructure, or needing uncompromised network reliability, the Cisco Catalyst C9300X-48TX stands as the definitive foundation—built to reimage connection, reinforce security, and redefine enterprise networking at every edge.

Key features highlighted: the C9300X-48TX model, Multigigabit copper ports, stacking bandwidth, modular uplinks, cloud management, high-performance security, deep packet buffers, and flexible programmability.