Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X 48-Port Managed PoE+ Switch, 4x10G SFP+
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X is a 48-port PoE+ Layer 2 managed switch with 4x 10G SFP+ uplinks. It delivers 375W of PoE and supports Layer 3 static routing.
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series is a line of fixed, managed Layer 2+ Gigabit Ethernet switches for small and medium-sized business, running a customized Linux-based operating system and managed through the Cisco Business Dashboard, the Cisco Business mobile app, an on-box web UI, and a CLI. It adds Layer 3 static routing beyond what an unmanaged or consumer-grade switch offers, letting you segment a network into separate workgroups. The C1200-48P-4X pairs 48 PoE+ ports and a 375 W PoE budget with four 10G SFP+ uplinks, so a high-density powered access layer has a 10-Gigabit path back to the core without an uplink bottleneck. Cisco positions the Catalyst 1200 Series as the next-generation successor to the Cisco Business CBS250 Series smart switches.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X is a Layer 2+ managed 1U rackmount switch with 48 Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) PoE+ ports and four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks, running a customized Linux-based operating system. Switching capacity is 176 Gbps and forwarding rate is 130.94 Mpps. It delivers IEEE 802.3at PoE+ with a 375 W PoE power budget across the access ports, up to 30 W per port. Layer 3 static routing supports up to 32 static routes and 16 IP interfaces, with no dynamic routing. It connects and powers access-layer devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, IP cameras, desktops, and printers, with 10-Gigabit fiber aggregation upstream.
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Best For
The C1200-48P-4X suits small-business and branch wiring closets that terminate many endpoints on one high-density switch, power access-layer devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras, and need 10-Gigabit uplinks to the core. A 375 W PoE budget is suitable for a mix of powered devices across 48 ports; actual device counts depend on each powered device's power draw. Its four 10G SFP+ uplinks give the highest aggregation bandwidth of the 48-port PoE+ models.
Not suitable if:
- you need dynamic routing protocols such as RIP or OSPF, since the Catalyst 1200 provides Layer 3 static routing only
- you need switches that combine into a single stacked unit, since the Catalyst 1200 does not support stacking
- you connect only non-powered endpoints, since the data-only C1200-48T-4X would suit that case
C1200-48P-4X Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | None |
| License Detail / MTBF | None; MTBF 856,329 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| PoE Budget | 375W |
| Port Speed | Gigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 4x 10G SFP+ |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | No |
| Switching Capacity | 176 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 130.94 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 8000 |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 1 GB DDR4 |
| Flash | 512 MB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | 100 to 240V AC, 50 to 60 Hz, internal, universal |
| Redundant PSU | No |
| Cooling | 1 fan |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 13.78 in (44 x 445 x 350 mm) |
| Weight | 11.97 lbs (5.43 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | -5 to 50°C (23 to 122°F) |
| Operating System | Linux |
Part Number Decode
- C1200 — C1200 is the platform prefix, identifying the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series of managed Layer 2+ switches.
- 48 — 48 is the port count, indicating 48 access ports.
- P — P is the port-type marker, indicating PoE+ Gigabit ports at the partial PoE power budget.
- 4X — 4X is the uplink code, indicating four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks.
C1200-48P-4X Accessories
| CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 | Console cable, 6 ft, RJ-45 |
| CAB-CONSOLE-USB-C / CAB-CONSOLE-USB-C= | USB-C console cable |
| PWR-CLP | Power cable restraining clip |
| RCKMNT-1RU-1K= | 19″ rack-mount kit for 24/48-port models |
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X support PoE?
Yes. The Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X provides IEEE 802.3at PoE+ on its 48 Gigabit Ethernet access ports, delivering up to 30 W per port within a 375 W total PoE power budget. It can power devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras. Actual device counts depend on each powered device's power draw, and once the 375 W budget is reached across the switch no further ports draw PoE.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the C1200-48P-4X use?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X has four fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports. These are 10-Gigabit SFP+ slots, unlike the 1G SFP uplinks on the C1200-48P-4G. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the supported-SFP module list in the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series data sheet and Cisco's transceiver compatibility matrix. Transceivers are sold separately.
Does the Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X do Layer 3 routing?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X is a Layer 2+ switch. It performs Layer 2 switching plus Layer 3 static routing, supporting up to 32 static routes and 16 IP interfaces so you can segment the network into separate subnets or workgroups. It does not run dynamic routing protocols such as RIP or OSPF. For dynamic routing, the Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series adds RIP v2.
Can the Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X be stacked?
No. The Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series does not support switch stacking. Each Catalyst 1200 is managed as an individual unit, and units can optionally be grouped in the Cisco Business Dashboard for centralized monitoring, but they do not form a data-plane stack. The Cisco Catalyst 1300 Series is the line that adds Front Panel Stacking.
What is the difference between the C1200-48P-4X and the C1200-48T-4X?
Both are 48-port Layer 2+ switches with four fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks and a 176 Gbps switching capacity, and they differ in Power over Ethernet. The C1200-48P-4X adds IEEE 802.3at PoE+ with a 375 W power budget across the access ports, so it can power wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras. The C1200-48T-4X is data-only and carries no PoE, for sites that connect only non-powered endpoints.
Does the Cisco Catalyst 1200 replace the Cisco Business CBS250?
Yes. The Catalyst 1200 is Cisco's recommended successor to the end-of-sale Cisco Business CBS250 Series, so migrating to the C1200-48P-4X moves you to Cisco's current-generation switching platform while retaining core features such as VLANs, PoE+, ACLs, and Layer 3 static routing.
Is the Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X end of life?
No. Cisco has not published an End-of-Sale or End-of-Life notice for the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series, so the C1200-48P-4X remains a current, actively shipping product. If that status changes, Cisco publishes the notice on its official End-of-Life and End-of-Sale pages.
What condition is the C1200-48P-4X sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst C1200-48P-4X is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy.
