Cisco C9300-48U-Ultra-High Power 48-Port UPOE+ Switch Dubai

Cisco C9300-48U – Ultra-High Power 48-Port UPOE+ Switch Dubai

The Cisco C9300-48U represents the apex of high-density ultra-high power switching technology, delivering unmatched power delivery capabilities for organizations in Dubai requiring extensive UPOE+ connectivity for the most demanding network applications. This revolutionary 48-port Universal Power over Ethernet Plus (UPOE+) switch provides up to 60 watts per port with a massive total power budget of 2880 watts, enabling deployment of the most power-intensive devices including high-performance wireless access points, PTZ cameras, digital displays, and advanced IoT equipment across large-scale installations. The C9300-48U is specifically designed for organizations in Dubai’s enterprise, hospitality, and smart city sectors where comprehensive powered device deployments are essential for operational success.

Engineered with Cisco’s advanced UADP 2.0 ASIC technology, the C9300-48U delivers exceptional switching performance while managing sophisticated power distribution requirements across 48 high-power ports. This combination of maximum port density and ultra-high power delivery makes it the definitive choice for organizations seeking to deploy extensive networks of power-hungry devices while maintaining enterprise-grade switching performance and reliability standards throughout the UAE.

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Cisco C9300-48U – Ultra-High Power 48-Port UPOE+ Switch Dubai

The Cisco C9300-48U establishes unprecedented standards for high-density ultra-high power switching by delivering comprehensive UPOE+ capabilities that enable organizations throughout Dubai to deploy the most sophisticated powered device networks without the complexity and expense of dedicated power infrastructure. With 48 UPOE+ ports each capable of delivering up to 60 watts and a total power budget of 2880 watts, this switch represents the ultimate solution for powering extensive networks of high-performance devices across large-scale enterprise installations.

The switch’s sophisticated power management system incorporates advanced algorithms that continuously monitor and optimize power distribution across all 48 ports, ensuring efficient power utilization while maintaining the thermal stability necessary for reliable operation in Dubai’s challenging environmental conditions. This intelligent power management capability is particularly crucial for organizations in Dubai’s broadcasting and media production sectors, where high-power devices such as professional cameras, video encoders, and broadcast equipment require consistent, reliable power delivery to maintain production quality and operational continuity.

StackWise-1T technology integrated into the C9300-48U provides exceptional stacking bandwidth of up to 480 Gbps, enabling organizations to create unified switching fabrics that can support hundreds of ultra-high power devices across multiple switches while maintaining optimal network performance. This stacking capability is particularly beneficial for massive deployments in Dubai’s airports, shopping centers, and entertainment complexes, where comprehensive wireless coverage, extensive security camera networks, and advanced digital signage systems require both substantial power resources and exceptional network capacity.

The C9300-48U’s support for Cisco’s Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) architecture enables organizations to implement advanced network segmentation and policy enforcement capabilities that are essential for protecting high-value powered devices and sensitive data. This capability is particularly important for organizations in Dubai’s financial and government sectors, where network security and compliance requirements demand sophisticated access control and monitoring capabilities for all connected devices.

Advanced thermal management and cooling systems ensure reliable operation even when delivering maximum power to all 48 connected devices, with intelligent fan control and heat dissipation technologies that maintain optimal operating temperatures while minimizing energy consumption and acoustic noise levels. This thermal efficiency is particularly important for organizations operating in Dubai’s climate conditions, where consistent performance and energy efficiency are essential for maintaining operational costs and environmental sustainability goals.

Comprehensive Power Solutions for Abu Dhabi’s Smart City Infrastructure

The C9300-48U’s ultra-high density UPOE+ capabilities make it an essential foundation for Abu Dhabi’s ambitious smart city initiatives, where advanced technologies require extensive powered device deployments combined with high-performance network connectivity. The switch’s ability to power 48 high-power devices simultaneously while maintaining optimal switching performance enables comprehensive smart infrastructure implementations that enhance quality of life for residents and operational efficiency for city services.

Perpetual PoE technology ensures that all connected devices maintain power even during switch maintenance operations, software updates, and system reconfigurations, eliminating service disruptions that could impact critical infrastructure systems. This capability is particularly valuable for organizations in Abu Dhabi’s transportation and public safety sectors, where continuous operation of traffic management systems, emergency communication devices, and public safety cameras is essential for maintaining operational continuity and public welfare.

The C9300-48U’s support for network virtualization and multi-tenancy enables organizations to implement sophisticated network architectures that provide logical separation between different applications and user groups while sharing common high-power infrastructure resources. This capability is particularly valuable for organizations in Abu Dhabi’s mixed-use developments and smart building projects, where multiple tenants and applications require secure network access while benefiting from shared ultra-high power infrastructure.

Comprehensive power monitoring, analytics, and reporting capabilities provide detailed visibility into power consumption patterns, device status, and system performance across all 48 UPOE+ ports, enabling infrastructure managers to optimize power utilization and identify potential issues before they impact operations. These monitoring capabilities include machine learning algorithms that can predict equipment failures and recommend preventive maintenance actions to ensure continuous operation of critical powered devices.

Enhanced Performance and Security for UAE Enterprise Networks

The C9300-48U incorporates comprehensive security features that protect both network infrastructure and connected high-value powered devices from potential threats and unauthorized access. These security capabilities include advanced threat detection, device authentication, encrypted communications, and anomaly detection features that are essential for protecting valuable equipment and sensitive data in Dubai’s interconnected business environment.

Advanced Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities ensure optimal performance for critical applications and devices even when the switch is operating at maximum power capacity, with sophisticated traffic prioritization, bandwidth allocation, and congestion management features that maintain application performance during peak usage periods. The switch’s ability to prioritize mission-critical traffic is particularly valuable for organizations deploying time-sensitive applications such as video surveillance, emergency communication systems, and industrial control networks.

Network automation capabilities enable zero-touch provisioning and automated configuration management for both switching and power management functions, significantly reducing deployment complexity and minimizing the potential for configuration errors. This automation capability is particularly valuable for organizations with large-scale deployments across multiple locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where consistent configuration standards and rapid deployment capabilities are essential for operational efficiency.

Cloud-based management platforms provide centralized monitoring and configuration management for both network and power functions across distributed deployments, enabling IT administrators to maintain comprehensive visibility and control over their ultra-high power infrastructure regardless of physical location. This cloud management capability supports both on-premises and hybrid cloud deployment models, providing flexibility for organizations with diverse operational requirements and distributed infrastructure needs.

Specifications:

Switching Capacity: 416 Gbps
Forwarding Rate:52 Mpps
Total Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet UPOE+ ports
UPOE+ Power Budget: 2880W total UPOE+ power
UPOE+ Power per Port: Up to 60W per port
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 (without PoE load)
Power Supply: External 3200W 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