Cisco WS-C3650-48FWS-S Catalyst 3650 48-Port FPoE 4x1g Uplink with 5 AP License IPB

Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 3650 WS-C3650-48FWS-S is a compact, stackable enterprise access switch that delivers high performance, advanced security, and integrated wireless controller capabilities. With 48 ports of full Power over Ethernet (FPoE) and four 1 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports, this switch provides a reliable foundation for wired and wireless convergence in branch offices, retail locations, and campus environments. The included 5 AP license IPB enables seamless management of Cisco wireless access points directly from the switch, simplifying deployment and reducing total cost of ownership.

Key Features

• 48 FPoE ports delivering up to 30 watts per port for power-hungry devices such as IP phones, cameras, and access points
• Four 1G uplink ports for flexible connectivity to core or distribution layers
• Integrated wireless controller with 5 AP license IPB for unified wired and wireless management
• Stackable architecture supporting up to 9 switches for simplified management and increased resiliency
• Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching features including VLANs, ACLs, and QoS
• Secure boot, TrustSec, and MACsec encryption for robust security
• Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) to reduce power consumption during low traffic periods

Technical Specifications

• Model: WS-C3650-48FWS-S
• Ports: 48 FPoE (10/100/1000) + 4 x 1G SFP uplink
• Power: Up to 740 watts PoE budget, 30 watts per port max
• Switching capacity: 176 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: 130 Mpps
• Stacking: Cisco StackWise-1600, up to 9 switches
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Dimensions: 44.5 mm H x 440 mm W x 300 mm D
• Weight: Approx 7.5 kg
• Management: Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime, CLI, web UI

Typical Applications

• Branch office aggregation where both wired devices and wireless APs need power and data
• Retail environments requiring high density PoE for POS systems, security cameras, and guest WiFi
• Educational campuses that need secure, high-performance access for classrooms and labs
• Healthcare facilities that rely on reliable PoE for medical devices and wireless coverage
• Small to medium sized data centers needing stackable, resilient access layer switches