What Is the N560-FAN-H=?: Cooling Performance
Introduction to the N560-FAN-H= The N...
C9300L-48P-4X-A Overview: Core Design and Target Applications
The Cisco Catalyst C9300L-48P-4X-A is a high-density PoE+ switch designed for enterprises requiring scalable power delivery and high-speed uplinks. Part of the Catalyst 9300 Lite series, it combines 48 PoE+ ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks, and Cisco DNA Advantage licensing, making it ideal for bandwidth-intensive environments with dense IoT deployments.
Critical Technical Specifications
- Port Configuration: 48 x 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks.
- PoE+ Budget: 740W total, delivering up to 30W per port (IEEE 802.3at) for APs, cameras, and digital displays.
- Licensing: DNA Advantage includes AI-driven network analytics, SD-Access automation, and Cisco Stealthwatch for threat detection.
- Stacking: StackWise-160 supports up to four switches in a stack for unified management.
- Resiliency: Hot-swappable power supplies (sold separately) and fan redundancy for 24/7 uptime.
C9300L-48P-4X-A vs. Competing Models
- vs. C9300L-48P-4G-A: The 4X-A’s 10G uplinks provide 10x the throughput of 4G-A’s 1G ports, critical for data-heavy applications like video surveillance or NAS backups.
- vs. Full Catalyst 9300: Retains 90% of enterprise features (e.g., SD-Access) at a 25–35% lower cost but lacks 25G/40G uplinks.
- vs. Non-PoE Models: The 740W PoE+ eliminates external injectors, reducing clutter and costs in IoT-heavy setups.
This model suits organizations needing future-ready uplinks without sacrificing PoE density.
Optimal Deployment Scenarios
- Enterprise Campuses: Power and connect IP phones, Wi-Fi 6 APs, and building automation systems across multiple floors.
- Healthcare Networks: Support connected medical devices (e.g., infusion pumps, patient monitors) with prioritized traffic and low-latency uplinks.
- Retail Ecosystems: Manage self-checkout kiosks, digital signage, and inventory robots with centralized PoE and 10G backhaul.
The DNA Advantage license enables predictive maintenance, identifying failing APs or cameras before they disrupt operations.
Procurement and Licensing via ITMALL.SALE
Ensure genuine hardware and license compliance by sourcing the C9300L-48P-4X-A through ITMALL.SALE. They offer:
- Pre-staged configurations for plug-and-play deployment.
- Bulk PoE budgeting tools to avoid overloading circuits.
- TAC-backed support for thermal and power redundancy planning.
Practical Insight: Balancing Cost and Performance
In a recent smart city project, the 4X-A’s 10G uplinks handled real-time traffic analytics from 200+ IP cameras, while its 740W PoE+ powered every device without external injectors. The DNA Advantage license simplified segmenting public and municipal traffic—a task that previously required manual ACLs. While its upfront cost is higher than 1G models, the 10G future-proofing pays off in reduced upgrade cycles. For sites with sub-5G WAN links, the 4G-A model saves costs, but for growing enterprises, the 4X-A’s multi-gig readiness justifies the premium. Always pair it with redundant power supplies to safeguard against PoE outages.