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Cisco C9300-48UXM – Advanced 48-Port UPOE+ Multigigabit Switch Dubai

The Cisco C9300-48UXM establishes new paradigms for enterprise switching by seamlessly integrating ultra-high power delivery capabilities with advanced multigigabit connectivity that enables organizations throughout Dubai to deploy the most sophisticated network applications without compromise. With 48 UPOE+ ports each capable of delivering up to 60 watts and supporting multiple speed options from 100 Mbps to 10 Gbps, this switch provides unprecedented flexibility for optimizing both power and bandwidth allocation based on specific device requirements and application needs.

The switch’s intelligent auto-negotiation capabilities automatically detect and configure optimal speed and power settings for each connected device, ensuring maximum performance while minimizing power consumption and heat generation. This sophisticated optimization is particularly crucial for organizations in Dubai’s data center and cloud services sectors, where efficient resource utilization directly impacts operational costs and environmental sustainability while maintaining the high-performance standards required for mission-critical applications.

StackWise-1T technology integrated into the C9300-48UXM provides industry-leading stacking bandwidth of up to 480 Gbps, enabling organizations to create unified switching fabrics that can support hundreds of multigigabit devices while maintaining optimal network performance across the entire stack. This stacking capability is particularly beneficial for large-scale deployments in Dubai’s corporate campuses and technology parks, where comprehensive wireless coverage, high-definition video systems, and advanced collaboration tools require both substantial power resources and flexible bandwidth allocation.

The C9300-48UXM’s support for Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) technology enables organizations to implement sophisticated network segmentation and automated policy enforcement that adapts to the specific requirements of different device types and applications. This capability is particularly valuable for organizations in Dubai’s mixed-use developments and smart building projects, where diverse applications ranging from building automation to guest services require customized network policies and performance optimization.

Advanced buffer management and traffic engineering features ensure optimal performance for latency-sensitive applications such as real-time video streaming, voice communications, and industrial control systems, with sophisticated queuing and scheduling algorithms that maintain consistent performance even when multiple high-bandwidth applications are operating simultaneously across the multigigabit infrastructure.

 Optimized Infrastructure Solutions for Abu Dhabi’s High-Performance Networks

The C9300-48UXM’s combination of ultra-high power delivery and multigigabit connectivity makes it an ideal foundation for Abu Dhabi’s high-performance network deployments, where advanced applications require both substantial power resources and flexible bandwidth options to achieve optimal performance. The switch’s ability to automatically optimize speed and power settings for each connected device enables efficient resource utilization while maintaining the performance standards required for demanding applications.

Intelligent thermal management systems ensure reliable operation even when delivering maximum power to all 48 multigigabit ports, with advanced cooling technologies that automatically adjust based on power load, ambient temperature, and traffic patterns. This thermal efficiency is particularly important for organizations operating in Abu Dhabi’s challenging environmental conditions, where consistent performance and energy efficiency are essential for maintaining operational costs and meeting sustainability objectives.

The C9300-48UXM’s support for network virtualization and micro-segmentation enables organizations to implement sophisticated network architectures that provide granular control over traffic flows and security policies while maximizing the utilization of multigigabit bandwidth resources. This capability is particularly valuable for organizations in Abu Dhabi’s research and development sectors, where different projects require isolated network environments while benefiting from shared high-performance infrastructure.

Comprehensive analytics and monitoring capabilities provide detailed visibility into both power consumption and bandwidth utilization patterns across all multigigabit ports, enabling infrastructure managers to optimize resource allocation and identify opportunities for performance enhancement. These monitoring capabilities include machine learning algorithms that can predict traffic patterns and recommend configuration optimizations to improve overall network efficiency.

 Enhanced Security and Management for UAE Multigigabit Networks

The C9300-48UXM incorporates comprehensive security features specifically designed to protect multigigabit networks and high-value connected devices from potential threats and unauthorized access. These security capabilities include advanced threat detection, device fingerprinting, encrypted communications, and behavioral analysis features that are essential for protecting sophisticated network applications and sensitive data in Dubai’s interconnected business environment.

Quality of Service (QoS) capabilities are specifically optimized for multigigabit environments, with sophisticated traffic classification and bandwidth allocation features that ensure optimal performance for critical applications even when multiple high-bandwidth devices are operating simultaneously. The switch’s ability to dynamically adjust QoS policies based on application requirements and network conditions is particularly valuable for organizations deploying bandwidth-intensive applications such as 4K video streaming and virtual reality systems.

Network automation features enable intelligent provisioning and configuration management that automatically optimizes both power and bandwidth settings based on device capabilities and application requirements. This automation capability is particularly valuable for organizations with dynamic network environments where device types and requirements change frequently, ensuring optimal performance without requiring manual intervention.

Cloud-based management platforms provide centralized monitoring and configuration management for multigigabit networks across distributed deployments, with specialized dashboards and analytics tools that provide insights into both power and bandwidth utilization patterns. This cloud management capability enables IT administrators to optimize network performance and resource utilization across multiple locations while maintaining consistent policy enforcement and security standards.

Specifications:

• Switching Capacity: 416 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate:52 Mpps
• Total Ports: 48 x 100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G Ethernet UPOE+ ports
• UPOE+ Power Budget: 2880W total UPOE+ power
• UPOE+ Power per Port: Up to 60W per port
• Port Speeds: Auto-negotiation: 100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G
• 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