Description

Cisco C9300-48T – High-Density 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Dubai

The Cisco C9300-48T delivers unparalleled port density and performance characteristics that address the complex connectivity requirements of large-scale enterprise networks throughout Dubai’s diverse business sectors. With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and advanced switching capabilities, this switch provides the foundation for comprehensive network infrastructures that can support hundreds of users and devices while maintaining optimal performance and reliability standards.

The switch’s advanced architecture enables efficient traffic handling and forwarding performance that ensures optimal network responsiveness even during peak usage periods. This performance capability is particularly important for organizations in Dubai’s education sector, where large numbers of students and faculty require simultaneous network access for research, collaboration, and administrative activities. The C9300-48T’s ability to maintain consistent performance under heavy load conditions makes it an ideal choice for supporting demanding applications such as video streaming, file sharing, and cloud-based productivity tools.

StackWise-1T technology integrated into the C9300-48T provides exceptional stacking bandwidth of up to 480 Gbps, enabling organizations to create unified switching fabrics that can scale to support thousands of network connections across multiple switches. This stacking capability is particularly beneficial for large organizations in Dubai’s government sector, where comprehensive network coverage across multiple buildings and departments requires scalable, manageable infrastructure solutions.

The C9300-48T’s support for Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) technology enables organizations to implement advanced network segmentation and policy enforcement capabilities that enhance security while simplifying network management. This capability is particularly valuable for organizations in Dubai’s multi-tenant office buildings, where different tenants require secure, isolated network access while sharing common infrastructure resources.

Advanced Quality of Service (QoS) features built into the C9300-48T ensure optimal performance for critical applications and services, with sophisticated traffic classification and bandwidth allocation capabilities that maintain application performance during peak usage periods. These QoS features are particularly important for organizations deploying voice and video applications, where consistent performance is essential for user satisfaction and business productivity.

 Scalable Network Infrastructure for Abu Dhabi’s Growing Organizations

The C9300-48T’s high port density and scalable architecture make it an ideal foundation for organizations in Abu Dhabi experiencing rapid growth and expansion. The switch’s ability to support 48 Gigabit Ethernet connections in a single rack unit provides exceptional space efficiency while delivering the connectivity capacity needed for large-scale deployments. This efficiency is particularly valuable for organizations with limited rack space or those seeking to minimize infrastructure footprint while maximizing connectivity options.

Flexible uplink configurations enable organizations to select the most appropriate connectivity options for their specific requirements, with support for both 1G and 10G uplink options that provide scalability for future expansion. This flexibility is particularly important for organizations in Abu Dhabi’s rapidly evolving technology sector, where network requirements can change quickly as business operations expand and new applications are deployed.

The C9300-48T’s support for network virtualization technologies enables organizations to implement logical network separation that provides security and performance isolation between different user groups or applications. This capability is particularly valuable for organizations in Abu Dhabi’s shared office and co-working sectors, where multiple tenants require secure network access while sharing common infrastructure resources.

Comprehensive network monitoring and analytics capabilities provide detailed visibility into network performance, utilization patterns, and device behavior, enabling proactive network optimization and troubleshooting. These analytics capabilities include machine learning algorithms that can identify potential issues before they impact network operations, supporting proactive maintenance and capacity planning initiatives.

 Enhanced Management and Security for UAE Enterprise Networks

The C9300-48T incorporates comprehensive security features that protect network infrastructure and connected devices from potential threats and unauthorized access. These security capabilities include advanced threat detection, device authentication, and network access control features that are essential for maintaining network security in Dubai’s interconnected business environment.

Network automation capabilities enable zero-touch provisioning and automated configuration management, significantly reducing deployment time and minimizing the potential for configuration errors. This automation capability is particularly valuable for organizations with large-scale deployments across multiple locations, where manual configuration processes would be time-consuming and error-prone.

The C9300-48T’s support for cloud-based management platforms enables centralized monitoring and configuration management across distributed network deployments, providing IT administrators with comprehensive visibility and control over their network infrastructure. This cloud management capability is particularly beneficial for organizations with operations spanning multiple emirates, as it enables consistent policy enforcement and simplified troubleshooting across geographically distributed networks.

Advanced power management features ensure optimal energy efficiency while maintaining performance standards, with intelligent power scaling capabilities that adjust power consumption based on actual usage patterns. This efficiency is particularly important for organizations in Dubai seeking to minimize operational costs and environmental impact while maintaining high-performance network capabilities.

Specifications:

• Switching Capacity: 416 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate:52 Mpps
• Total Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports
• Uplink Ports: 4 x 1G/10G SFP+ ports (Network Advantage) or 4 x 1G SFP ports (Network Essentials)
• Stacking Bandwidth: 480 Gbps with StackWise-1T
• Stacking Members: Up to 8 switches
• MAC Address Table: 32,000 entries
• VLAN Support: 4,094 VLANs
• Jumbo Frame Support: 9,216 bytes
• Buffer Memory: 6 MB packet buffer
• CPU: x86 dual-core 1.2 GHz
• System Memory: 8 GB
• Flash Memory: 16 GB
• Power Consumption: 88W (typical)
• Power Supply: External 350W AC power supply
• Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Dimensions (H x W x D):73 x 17.5 x 17.7 inches (4.4 x 44.5 x 45.0 cm)
• Weight:33 lbs (7.4 kg)
• MTBF: 720,149 hours
• Warranty: Limited lifetime hardware warranty