The Cisco C1300-48P-4G is a high-performance managed Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet switch designed for small and medium-sized businesses, enterprise branch offices, surveillance systems, and wireless access deployments. Equipped with 48 Gigabit PoE+ RJ45 ports and 4 Gigabit SFP uplink ports, this Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series switch delivers reliable connectivity, simplified network management, and enhanced security.

With a 370W PoE power budget, the C1300-48P-4G efficiently powers IP phones, wireless access points, IP cameras, and IoT devices without requiring additional power infrastructure. Its Layer 3 static routing capabilities help improve traffic efficiency and network segmentation for growing business environments.

Compared with traditional unmanaged switches, the Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series provides advanced VLAN management, QoS optimization, network security policies, IPv6 support, and intuitive web-based management. The switch is ideal for enterprises seeking stable, scalable, and cost-effective networking solutions.

The Cisco C1300-48P-4G is widely used in:

• Enterprise office networks
• Campus access deployments
• Hotel and hospitality WiFi systems
• Video surveillance infrastructure
• Retail and chain store networking
• SMB network upgrades

Figure 1 shows the front panel of C1300-48P-4G.

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The switch provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, enabling centralized power and data delivery for:

• Wireless access points
• VoIP phones
• IP surveillance cameras
• Smart office IoT devices

This significantly reduces cabling complexity and deployment costs.

With a robust 370W PoE budget, the Cisco C1300-48P-4G supports dense device deployments while maintaining stable power delivery for enterprise applications.

Unlike entry-level unmanaged switches, this model supports Layer 3 static routing, VLAN segmentation, traffic prioritization, and enhanced security policies for optimized network performance.

The switch includes enterprise-grade security features such as:

• Access Control Lists (ACLs)
• Port security
• DHCP snooping
• Storm control
• 802.1X authentication

These features help protect enterprise networks against unauthorized access and broadcast attacks.

Administrators can manage the switch through:

• Intuitive web interface
• CLI configuration
• SNMP monitoring
• Remote management tools

This simplifies deployment and maintenance for IT teams.

Businesses upgrading their network infrastructure often require:

• Reliable PoE performance
• Stable Layer 3 routing
• Easy scalability
• Long-term operational stability
• Enterprise-level security

The Cisco C1300-48P-4G addresses these requirements with Cisco’s proven Catalyst switching architecture and dependable hardware reliability.

Compared with unmanaged switches, the Catalyst 1300 Series offers better network visibility, traffic optimization, and centralized management capabilities. Compared with higher-end enterprise core switches, it provides a more cost-effective solution for SMB and branch office environments.

Yes. The switch supports Layer 3 management, VLANs, QoS, security policies, and PoE+, making it suitable for enterprise access and branch office deployments.

Yes. The 370W PoE budget supports multiple wireless APs, VoIP phones, and surveillance cameras simultaneously.

The primary difference is uplink speed:

• C1300-48P-4G includes 4×1G SFP uplinks
• C1300-48P-4X includes 4×10G SFP+ uplinks

Organizations requiring higher uplink bandwidth should consider the 4X model.

Yes. The Cisco C1300-48P-4G supports advanced VLAN segmentation and QoS traffic prioritization for optimized voice, video, and data traffic management.

Yes. The switch is designed for standard rack deployment in enterprise server rooms and network cabinets.

Yes. IPv6 compatibility ensures future-ready network deployments.

All switches undergo strict quality inspection and compatibility testing before shipment.

Large inventory availability helps reduce project deployment delays and downtime risks.

Professional pre-sales and after-sales technical support is available for:

• Product selection
• Network deployment
• Compatibility verification
• Configuration assistance

The Cisco C1300-48P-4G includes warranty support for long-term operational reliability.