Cisco Catalyst 9300L Mini 48-Port 8x10G Network Essentials 4x25G Uplink Switch

Scaling your network edge without sacrificing performance or rack space is a constant challenge. The Cisco Catalyst 9300L Mini 48-Port switch delivers enterprise-grade features in a compact 1U form factor, ideal for branch offices, mid-sized businesses, and access layer deployments where space is at a premium but reliability and security are non-negotiable.

Who is it for

This switch is built for IT managers and network administrators who need a high-density access layer solution with advanced security and management capabilities. It is perfect for organizations looking to upgrade to Gigabit Ethernet with future-proof 25G uplinks, while maintaining a familiar and robust Catalyst experience.

Main features

• 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T ports for high-density Gigabit connectivity
• 4 x 25 Gigabit Ethernet SFP28 uplink ports for high-bandwidth aggregation
• PoE+ support with 715W power budget to power IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching with advanced routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, etc.)
• Cisco StackWise-160 technology for scalable stacking and simplified management
• Enhanced security features including MACsec, 802.1X, DHCP snooping, and SD-Access

Specifications

• Device Type: Network Switch
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable - 1U
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T (RJ-45)
• Uplink Ports: 4 x 25 Gigabit Ethernet SFP28
• Power Over Ethernet (PoE): PoE+
• PoE Budget: 715 W (with default 1100WAC power supply)
• Switching Capacity: 208 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: 154.76 Mpps
• Jumbo Frame Support: 9198 bytes
• RAM: 8 GB
• Flash Memory: 16 GB
• Management Features: CLI, SNMP, RMON, HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, Telnet, NETCONF, RESTCONF
• Layer Support: Layer 2, Layer 3
• Stacking Technology: Cisco StackWise-160
• Power Supply Type: Modular, redundant (optional)
• Software Package: Network Essentials
• Routing Protocols: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP, IS-IS, PIM, VRRP, HSRP
• Security Features: MACsec, 802.1X, DHCP snooping, DAI, SD-Access
• Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE): Yes (IEEE 802.3az)

Tips

When deploying this switch, consider using the 25G SFP28 uplinks to connect to your core or distribution switches for optimal throughput. For PoE-powered devices, ensure your power budget planning accounts for the total wattage required. The modular power supply design allows for redundancy, which is recommended for mission-critical environments.