Switch managed Cisco Catalyst 1300-48FP-4G 48 Port GE Full PoE 4x1GE SFP

The Cisco Catalyst 1300-48FP-4G is a managed network switch that provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports with full PoE+ capability and four 1 Gigabit SFP uplink slots. Designed for small and growing business networks, it supports Layer 2 and Layer 3 functions and common IEEE networking standards to ensure interoperable, secure and scalable connectivity.

Advantages

This managed switch delivers full PoE support across 48 ports, enabling centralized power and data delivery to endpoints. It includes four SFP ports for flexible fiber uplinks, supports L2/L3 features for routing and segmentation, and complies with prevalent IEEE standards for stability and interoperability. The device comes in a compact white chassis suitable for rack or wall mounting in enterprise and branch environments.

Suitable for

• Small to medium enterprise access layer
• IP phones, wireless access points and security cameras requiring PoE+
• Branch offices and retail sites needing reliable wired connectivity
• Environments that require L2/L3 switching and basic routing

Key specifications

• Switch type: Managed
• Ports: 48 x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) with full PoE/PoE+
• Uplink: 4 x 1GE SFP slots
• Layer support: Layer 2 and Layer 3
• Networking standards: IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1ab, 802.1ad, 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.3, 802.3ad, 802.3u, 802.3x, 802.3z
• Colour: White

How to use

Install the Catalyst 1300-48FP-4G in a suitable rack or mounting location, connect uplink fibers to the SFP ports and link access devices to the Gigabit Ethernet ports. Configure network settings, VLANs, PoE power allocation and L3 routing as required via the switch's management interface or web dashboard. Monitor status and performance through the management console and adjust settings for traffic segmentation and security policies.

Recommendations

Allocate PoE budget according to connected device power requirements, keep firmware up to date for security and stability, and use the SFP uplinks for resilient connections to aggregation switches or routers.