The Cisco Catalyst C1300-48P-4G is a 48-port Gigabit Ethernet managed switch with PoE+ capabilities, designed for small to medium-sized businesses. It's an enterprise-grade switch that offers a balance of advanced features, security, and affordability. The "-IN" in the model number typically indicates it is a version designated for the Indian market.

Key Features and Specifications

• Ports: It has 48 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps) ports, all of which are PoE+. It also includes 4 Gigabit SFP slots for fiber uplinks, allowing for long-distance connectivity to the core network or other switches.

• Power over Ethernet (PoE+): The switch supports the 802.3at (PoE+) standard, capable of providing up to 30W per port. It has a total PoE power budget of 370W, which is sufficient to power numerous devices like IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras.

• Performance: With a 104 Gbps switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 77.38 Mpps, the switch can handle high-traffic loads and ensure smooth data transfer.

• Management: The C1300-48P-4G is a managed Layer 3 switch. It can be configured and monitored through an intuitive web-based interface, the Cisco Business mobile app, or the Cisco Business Dashboard, which provides centralized management for multiple Cisco devices. It also supports a command-line interface (CLI) for advanced users.

• Security: It includes a comprehensive suite of security features to protect your network, such as:

  • 802.1X authentication and port security to limit unauthorized access.

  • Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI) and IP Source Guard to prevent network attacks.

  • Support for VLANs to segment network traffic.

• Design: The switch has a rack-mountable form factor and a fan for cooling. It's designed to be energy-efficient and has a robust build.