Cisco WS-C3650-48FQ-E Catalyst 3650 48-Port Full PoE+ Switch with 4x10G SFP+ Uplinks IP Services

The Cisco WS-C3650-48FQ-E is an enterprise-class Layer 3 managed Ethernet switch designed for high-performance campus, branch, and enterprise access networks. As part of the Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series, this switch combines wired and wireless convergence, advanced security, scalable stacking technology, and high-density PoE+ capabilities in a compact 1U form factor.

Equipped with 48 Gigabit Full PoE+ ports and 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink interfaces, the WS-C3650-48FQ-E provides reliable connectivity for IP phones, wireless access points, surveillance cameras, and other PoE-powered devices. The integrated IP Services feature set delivers advanced routing, multicast, and enterprise network management capabilities for modern business infrastructures.

• 48 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Full PoE+ ports
• 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports
• Cisco IP Services software feature set
• Up to 775W available PoE power
• StackWise-160 technology with up to 9 switches
• 176 Gbps switching capacity
• 130.95 Mpps forwarding performance
• Advanced Layer 3 routing support
• Wireless controller functionality integration
• Redundant modular power supply support
• Enterprise-grade QoS and security features
• 1U rack-mountable design

The WS-C3650-48FQ-E supports Full PoE+ across all 48 ports, making it ideal for powering enterprise wireless access points, VoIP phones, IP cameras, and IoT devices without additional power infrastructure.

With four dedicated 10G SFP+ uplinks, the switch enables high-speed aggregation and seamless integration into enterprise core networks and data centers.

The IP Services license supports advanced routing protocols, multicast routing, policy-based routing, and enterprise-grade traffic management.

Cisco StackWise-160 allows up to nine switches to operate as a single logical unit, simplifying network management and improving scalability.

The Catalyst 3650 Series is widely deployed in enterprise campuses, branch offices, educational institutions, and industrial networks worldwide.

• Enterprise campus networks
• SMB core and access deployments
• Wireless access layer infrastructure
• IP surveillance systems
• VoIP communication environments
• Industrial Ethernet deployments
• Government and education networks
• High-density PoE environments

According to Cisco community discussions, the major advantage of the “FQ” model is its higher PoE power budget and native 10G uplink capability, making it more suitable for modern enterprise wireless deployments.

Yes. The Cisco WS-C3650-48FQ-E includes the IP Services feature set, which supports advanced Layer 3 routing and enterprise network features.

Yes. It supports Cisco StackWise-160 technology and allows stacking of up to 9 switches.

The switch includes 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed enterprise backbone connectivity.

Yes. The Full PoE+ design and 775W power budget support high-density PoE device deployment.

Yes. The 10G uplinks and high PoE budget make it suitable for many enterprise WiFi 5 and WiFi 6 deployments.

This depends on the supplier configuration. Buyers should confirm whether power supplies, fan modules, rack kits, and stacking accessories are included before purchase.

Cisco has announced EOL status for parts of the Catalyst 3650 Series, but the switch remains widely used in enterprise secondary markets and network expansion projects.

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