Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E mGig PoE+ Switch, 4x10G, Network Essentials
- Catalyst 9200L
- 48-port, 12 x mGig, 36 x 1G, 4 x 10G, PoE+
Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E Switch is an advanced networking solution designed for small to medium-sized businesses and branch offices that require high performance, scalability, and enhanced security. This switch features 48 Multigigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks, offering reliable and high-speed connectivity for various network devices. With a substantial 740W PoE budget, the C9200L-48PXG-4X-E is ideal for powering devices such as IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points. This switch ensures network resilience with advanced Layer 3 routing capabilities, comprehensive security features, and simplified management through Cisco DNA Center.
Technical Details
The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E is a Layer 3 managed 1U rackmount access switch with 48 PoE+ access ports, of which 12 are multigigabit (mGig) up to 10G and 36 are Gigabit Ethernet, and four fixed 1G/10G SFP+ uplinks, running Cisco IOS XE with the perpetual Network Essentials license. Switching capacity is 392 Gbps and forwarding rate is 291.66 Mpps. It provides a PoE+ power budget of 740 W, expandable to 1440 W with a second 1000 W power supply. It supports Cisco StackWise-80 stacking of up to eight members at 80 Gbps. It connects powered access-layer endpoints such as multigigabit wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras in campus and branch networks.
Enterprise Network
Corporate Campus
Best For
The C9200L-48PXG-4X-E suits high-density campus and branch wiring closets that connect high-bandwidth powered endpoints such as multigigabit wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras and need Layer 2 with basic routed access. Its 12 multigigabit access ports carry speeds beyond 1 Gbps over existing copper cabling, and the 740 W PoE+ budget (1440 W with a second power supply) is suitable for mixed deployments of powered devices, with actual device counts depending on each device's power draw. The Network Essentials license fits sites that need switching and static or basic routing without advanced segmentation, and the four 1G/10G SFP+ uplinks provide fiber aggregation back to the distribution layer.
Not suitable if:
- you need 25G uplinks, since this model has fixed 1G/10G SFP+ uplinks that do not support 25G optics
- you need advanced Layer 3 routing or SGT segmentation, since the Network Essentials tier does not include full OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, VRF, VXLAN, LISP, or SGT
- you need a hardened or extended-temperature switch for industrial environments, since this is a standard rackmount access switch
C9200L-48PXG-4X-E Specifications
| Class & Licensing | |
|---|---|
| License Tier | Network Essentials |
| License Detail / MTBF | Network Essentials; MTBF 337,360 hours |
| Ports & Uplinks | |
| PoE Budget | 740 W (1440 W with secondary PSU) |
| Port Speed | Multigigabit |
| Uplink Configuration | 4x 1G/10G SFP+ (fixed) |
| Performance & Scale | |
| Stacking | StackWise-80 |
| Switching Capacity | 392 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 291.66 Mpps |
| MAC Table | 16,000 entries |
| Stacking Bandwidth | 80 Gbps |
| Max Stack Members | 8 |
| IPv4 Routes | 11,000 (8,000 direct, 3,000 indirect) |
| Hardware & Memory | |
| DRAM | 2 GB |
| ASIC | UADP 2.0 Mini |
| Flash | 4 GB |
| Power & Thermal | |
| Power Input / PSU | PWR-C5-1KWAC (1000 W AC, 100-240 V) |
| Redundant PSU | Yes (optional secondary, 1+1) |
| Cooling | Dual fixed fans (redundant) |
| Physical & Environmental | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 13.8 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 35.0 cm) |
| Weight | 12.6 lbs (5.71 kg) |
| Operating Temperature | 23 to 113 °F (-5 to 45 °C), up to 5000 ft (1500 m) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Software | |
| Routing Protocols | Static routing, RIP, OSPF (up to 1000 routes), EIGRP Stub, PBR, VRRP, PIM Stub |
Part Number Decode
- C9200L — C9200L is the platform prefix, identifying the Cisco Catalyst 9200 Series with fixed uplinks.
- 48 — 48 is the port count, indicating 48 access ports.
- PXG — PXG is the port marker, indicating full PoE+ with a mix of multigigabit (up to 10G) and Gigabit Ethernet access ports.
- 4X — 4X is the uplink code, indicating four fixed 1G/10G SFP+ uplinks.
- E — E is the license suffix for the perpetual Network Essentials tier.
FAQ
Does the Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E support PoE?
Yes. The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E delivers full PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at) on all 48 access ports (12 multigigabit up to 10G and 36 Gigabit Ethernet), with a system PoE+ power budget of 740 W that expands to 1440 W with a second 1000 W power supply installed. This powers devices such as multigigabit wireless access points, IP phones, and IP cameras. Actual device counts depend on each powered device's draw, since a single PoE+ port can supply up to 30 W.
What transceivers do the uplinks on the C9200L-48PXG-4X-E use?
The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E has four fixed 1G/10G SFP+ uplink ports. These SFP+ slots support 1G and 10G optics and do not support 25G optics. Specific transceiver compatibility should be verified against the manufacturer's transceiver compatibility matrix at tmgmatrix.cisco.com. Transceivers are sold separately.
How many C9200L-48PXG-4X-E switches can you stack?
The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E supports Cisco StackWise-80 stacking of up to eight members at 80 Gbps of stack bandwidth. It stacks only with other C9200L switches running the same Network Essentials license level. It does not stack with C9200 modular-uplink switches, C9200CX compact switches, or any other Catalyst series.
What is the difference between the C9200L-48PXG-4X-E and the C9200L-48PXG-4X-A?
The two switches share identical hardware (12 multigigabit up to 10G plus 36 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ access ports, four fixed 1G/10G SFP+ uplinks, and Cisco StackWise-80 stacking) and differ only in license tier. The -E model ships with perpetual Network Essentials, which covers Layer 2 plus basic routed access such as static routing, RIP, and OSPF for up to 1,000 routes. The -A model ships with perpetual Network Advantage, which adds full OSPF, EIGRP, IS-IS, HSRP, VRF, VXLAN, LISP, and SGT segmentation.
Does the C9200L-48PXG-4X-E require a subscription to operate?
No. The switch runs on its included perpetual base license indefinitely. Under Cisco's ordering model, new switch orders include a term-based Cisco DNA or Cisco Catalyst software subscription of the same tier as the network license; that subscription unlocks Cisco Catalyst Center and cloud-managed features. When the subscription term ends, the switch continues operating on the perpetual base license capabilities after a reload.
Does the Cisco Catalyst 9200L replace an older switch?
Yes. Cisco positions the Catalyst 9200L as the successor to the end-of-sale Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR access switches. Organizations migrating from the 2960-X or 2960-XR to the C9200L-48PXG-4X-E move to Cisco IOS XE and gain multigigabit PoE+ access ports, StackWise-80 stacking, and the Network Essentials routed-access feature set.
Is the Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E end of life?
No. Cisco has not published an End-of-Sale or End-of-Life hardware notice for the Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E. Cisco's published end-of-life notices for the Catalyst 9200 Series to date cover specific IOS XE software releases and license offers, not the switch hardware, so the C9200L-48PXG-4X-E remains an actively available product.
What condition is the C9200L-48PXG-4X-E sold in, and what warranty applies?
The Cisco Catalyst C9200L-48PXG-4X-E is sold new and factory-sealed. It is covered by a Network Devices Inc. one-year warranty and a 30-day return policy.
