Cisco Catalyst C9300X-48HXN – Powerful Next-Gen Multigigabit Switch with High UPOE Density

The Cisco Catalyst C9300X-48HXN is a state-of-the-art modular enterprise access switch engineered to deliver the highest standards of flexibility, scalability, and security demanded by modern organisations. Representing the cutting edge of network transformation, this dynamic model belongs to the renowned Cisco Catalyst 9300X Series—a family celebrated for driving innovation in hybrid and cloud-connected workplaces where endpoints are diverse, applications are distributed, and mobility is everywhere. The C9300X-48HXN switch brings next-generation multigigabit capabilities, boasting a unique combination of 40x 5G ports and 8x 10G ports, all backed by Cisco UPOE technology for robust device powering options.

The Cisco Catalyst C9300X-48HXN model excels in high-performance enterprise deployments thanks to hardware-based 100G IPsec encryption, advanced SD-Access automation, container-based application hosting, and powerful Intel QAT acceleration. Previous investments are safeguarded by backward-compatible StackWise and StackPower technologies, while cloud migration is simplified through native support for Meraki dashboard management. The C9300X-48HXN features dual redundant, high-capacity power supplies, field-replaceable fans, and offers exceptional resiliency in both standalone and stack configurations.

Key technical breakthroughs include end-to-end segmentation, granular network analytics with ThousandEyes, advanced device security built on AES-256 MACsec and Secure Boot, and industry-leading flow visibility with up to 128,000 Flexible NetFlow entries. With its superior port density, 1100W default AC power supply, energy-efficient Ethernet, and programmatic management through Cisco IOS XE, this model is “the” switch for demanding enterprise access requirements. When businesses seek to accelerate their service rollout, optimize wireless scale, and future-proof their infrastructure, the C9300X-48HXN stands as “the” prime choice in smart switching solutions for the digital edge.

Key Features

• High Port Flexibility: 40x 5G Multigigabit and 8x 10G Multigigabit copper ports

• UPOE Density: Up to 48 ports supporting Cisco Universal Power Over Ethernet (UPOE) with 1100W AC supply

• Modular Uplink Options: Supports a wide array of uplinks including 100G, 40G, 25G, Multigigabit, 10G, and 1G with optional network modules

• StackWise-1T Compatibility: 1 Tbps stacking bandwidth for seamless scalability and mixed-model stacking

• Advanced Security: Hardware-based line-rate IPsec up to 100Gbps, AES-256 MACsec encryption, Secure Boot, Cisco Trust Anchor

• Application Hosting: Enhanced app hosting capacity with double the RAM and Intel QAT, plus 2x 10G AppGig ports, ThousandEyes and ASAc firewall support

• Resilient Power: StackPower support, dual redundant power supplies, and hot-swappable fans

• Cloud/On-Prem Management: Migration support to Cisco Meraki dashboard for centralized cloud monitoring

• Programmability & Automation: Cisco IOS XE with NETCONF, RESTCONF, model-driven telemetry, on-box Python scripting

• Industry-Leading QoS & Analytics: Up to 128,000 NetFlow entries, next-gen NBAR2 application recognition