{"product_id":"cisco-ws-c3850-48p-s-catalyst-3850-48p-s-switch-refurbished","title":"WS-C3850-48P-S, Cisco Catalyst 3850 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch, IP Base, Refurbished","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cisco WS-C3850-48P-S is a 48-port Gigabit PoE+ stackable access switch from the Catalyst 3850 family, licensed with IP Base and fitted with a modular uplink slot. Resilient Tec sells it \u003cstrong\u003erefurbished\u003c\/strong\u003e, covered by our lifetime warranty, with free US shipping from Knoxville, TN.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCisco Catalyst WS-C3850-48P-S Switch – Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Catalyst 3850-48P-S is a workhorse enterprise access switch: 48 PoE+ copper ports for phones, access points and cameras, StackWise-480 stacking, StackPower, and a field-replaceable uplink module. It runs Cisco IOS XE with the IP Base feature set. Cisco ended support for the 3850 line in October 2025, which is why it is a cost-effective choice for labs, spares, and networks that do not depend on a Cisco support contract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: Refurbished\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenuine Cisco WS-C3850-48P-S, refurbished and fully tested before it ships from Knoxville, Tennessee. Cosmetic wear consistent with prior use is possible. Covered by the Resilient Tec lifetime warranty: advance replacement when in stock, otherwise repair or replacement with an equivalent unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e48 × 10\/100\/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports, all PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at, up to 30 W per port)\u003cbr\u003ePoE budget: 435 W with the 715 W power supply (PWR-C1-715WAC)\u003cbr\u003eModular uplink slot: C3850-NM-4-1G (4 × 1G), C3850-NM-2-10G (2 × 10G + 2 × 1G) or C3850-NM-4-10G (4 × 10G)\u003cbr\u003eDual power supply bays and three field-replaceable fan modules\u003cbr\u003eStackWise-480 stacking (up to 9 switches) and StackPower\u003cbr\u003e1RU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware \u0026amp; Licensing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOperating system: Cisco IOS XE\u003cbr\u003eLicense: IP Base (Layer 2 plus basic Layer 3 routed access)\u003cbr\u003eUpgradeable to IP Services with a Cisco license\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCisco WS-C3850-48P-S switch\u003cbr\u003eOne 715 W AC power supply\u003cbr\u003eNot included: uplink network module, stacking cables, rack-mount kit, or Cisco SmartNet contract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStacks with other Catalyst 3850 switches over STACK-T1 cables (StackWise-480)\u003cbr\u003eEnd of support from Cisco: October 2025. Software updates and TAC support from Cisco are no longer available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the WS-C3850-48P-S still supported by Cisco?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The Catalyst 3850 reached Cisco end of support in October 2025. The hardware still runs reliably, and our lifetime warranty covers it, but Cisco no longer releases software updates or offers TAC support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the -S mean in WS-C3850-48P-S?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-S is the IP Base license: Layer 2 switching with basic Layer 3 routed access. -E models carry IP Services, which adds full routing protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the WS-C3850-48P-S include uplink ports?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo fixed uplinks. It has a modular slot for a C3850-NM-4-1G, C3850-NM-2-10G or C3850-NM-4-10G network module, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty comes with the WS-C3850-48P-S?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery WS-C3850-48P-S sold by Resilient Tec is covered by our lifetime warranty. If it is not compatible with your equipment, our compatibility guarantee covers a replacement or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does the WS-C3850-48P-S ship?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn stock at Resilient Tec and shipped from Knoxville, Tennessee. 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