Cisco Catalyst 9200 Essential Edition Smart Switch 48 Ports

Overview

The Cisco C9200-48P-E is a smart switch designed to provide robust wired network connectivity with forty-eight Gigabit Ethernet ports, each supporting full PoE+ power delivery. It supplies both data and electrical power through a single cable, making it ideal for environments that require streamlined network setups. With a total PoE budget of up to 740 watts, this switch supports dense deployments of wireless access points, IP phones, and surveillance cameras, fitting well in offices, schools, retail floors, and branch locations. Its rack-mountable chassis ensures a neat installation in network closets or data cabinets, while built-in security features protect network traffic and simplify management.

Key features

• Forty-eight Gigabit Ethernet ports with PoE+ support to power connected devices without extra power supplies
• Total PoE power budget of up to 740 watts, enabling multiple high-demand devices to run simultaneously
• Rack-mountable design that fits cleanly into standard network racks, saving space and improving organization
• Advanced security features embedded in hardware and software to protect against common network threats and enforce consistent policies
• Intuitive management interface that streamlines configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting tasks for IT teams
• Engineered for reliable, always-on performance to maintain connectivity during heavy network loads and support cloud applications, voice, and video

Key specs

• Ports: 48 Gigabit Ethernet with PoE+ support
• Total PoE power budget: 740 watts
• Form factor: Rack-mountable chassis

Connectivity and compatibility

This switch integrates seamlessly into existing network infrastructures, providing ample Gigabit Ethernet ports to connect a wide range of devices. Its PoE+ capability eliminates the need for separate power adapters for compatible devices, reducing cable clutter and simplifying deployment. The rack-mountable form factor ensures compatibility with standard network racks commonly found in enterprise and branch office environments.

Performance and reliability

Designed to handle heavy network traffic, the Cisco C9200-48P-E maintains stable and consistent connectivity even under demanding conditions. This reliability supports uninterrupted delivery of cloud services, voice communications, and video streaming, which are critical for modern business operations. The switch’s built-in security features help prevent disruptions caused by network threats, ensuring smooth day-to-day performance.

Ideal uses and environments

This switch is well suited to organizations that require a high port density with power delivery, such as offices deploying numerous IP phones and wireless access points, educational campuses managing multiple networked devices, retail locations with surveillance systems, and branch sites needing reliable network infrastructure. Its combination of power, security, and manageability makes it a strong choice for IT teams aiming to simplify network operations while supporting a variety of connected devices.