Part Number: WS-C4948-10GE-S
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Overview:
The WS-C4948-10GE-S is a Cisco Catalyst 4948 switch designed for high-performance Ethernet connectivity in enterprise networks. Manufactured by Cisco Systems, this switch offers advanced features and scalability to meet the demands of modern data centers and enterprise environments. With its robust performance, comprehensive feature set, and high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, the WS-C4948-10GE-S provides an ideal solution for organizations requiring reliable and scalable networking solutions.
Key Features:
High-Speed Connectivity: Provides 48 ports of 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet and 4 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed data transfer and network scalability.
Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switching: Supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities for advanced network routing and traffic management.
Scalability: Offers flexibility and scalability to accommodate growing network requirements with support for up to 32,000 MAC addresses and 1,024 VLANs.
Redundancy and High Availability: Includes features such as redundant power supplies and hot-swappable components to ensure uninterrupted operation and minimize downtime.
Comprehensive Security: Provides advanced security features such as Access Control Lists (ACLs), DHCP Snooping, and IP Source Guard to protect against unauthorized access and network attacks.
Advanced Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritizes traffic based on user-defined policies to ensure optimal performance for critical applications and services.
Applications:
Enterprise Networks: Ideal for use in enterprise network environments requiring high-performance and scalable Ethernet connectivity.
Data Centers: Suitable for deployment in data center environments for server connectivity, network aggregation, and high-speed interconnectivity.
Network Aggregation: Used for aggregating multiple network connections into a single high-speed link, reducing network complexity and improving efficiency.
High-Performance Computing: Supports high-performance computing (HPC) environments requiring low-latency, high-bandwidth networking solutions.
Specifications:
Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports
Forwarding Rate: 96 Gbps (Gigabits per second)
Switching Capacity: 136 Gbps
MAC Address Table Size: Up to 32,000 MAC addresses
VLAN Support: Up to 1,024 VLANs
Form Factor: 1RU (rack unit) rack-mountable
Redundancy: Redundant power supplies, hot-swappable components
Why Choose WS-C4948-10GE-S: The WS-C4948-10GE-S is the ideal choice for organizations seeking a high-performance and scalable Ethernet switch for their network infrastructure. With its robust performance, comprehensive feature set, and high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, this switch provides the reliability and scalability needed to support the growing demands of modern enterprise networks. The WS-C4948-10GE-S offers advanced security, quality of service, and high availability features to ensure optimal network performance and uptime. By choosing the WS-C4948-10GE-S, organizations can build a resilient and efficient network infrastructure that meets their current and future networking requirements.