Imagine a network that never slows down, even when dozens of devices connect at once. The Cisco Catalyst 9200 (C9200-48T-A), 48xGE Access Switch is built for that exact need. It is a high-performance Ethernet switch that gives you 48 gigabit ports and powerful stacking options. If your office or campus is suffering from bottlenecks, unreliable links, or limited growth, this switch removes those pain points and lets you expand with confidence.
Cisco Catalyst 9200 (C9200-48T-A), 48xGE Access Switch
Businesses that need fast, secure, and manageable connectivity often struggle with outdated hardware that cannot keep up with modern applications. When the network is slow, productivity drops and IT teams spend more time fixing problems than planning new projects. This switch solves the problem by delivering 176 Gbps of native capacity, up to eight units in a StackWise-160 configuration, and advanced security features that protect data without adding complexity.
Key Features
- 48 10/100/1000 Mbps data ports.
- UADP 2.0 Mini ASIC for efficient processing.
- Modular uplink options (25 G, 40 G, 10 G, 1 G).
- StackWise-160 stacking up to 8 members, 160 Gbps bandwidth.
- 176 Gbps switching capacity, 336 Gbps with stacking.
- 4 virtual networks for SD-Access support.
- 32,000 MAC address table entries.
- 4 GB DRAM and 4 GB flash storage.
- 6 MB packet buffer for burst traffic.
- Secure boot, Trust Anchor, and MACsec-128 encryption.
- Redundant, field-replaceable fans.
- RJ-45 or mini-USB console port for easy access.
Specifications
| Product ID |
C9200-48T-A |
| Description |
Catalyst 9200 48-port Data Switch, Network Advantage |
| Series |
Cisco Catalyst 9200 |
| ASIC |
UADP 2.0 Mini |
| Downlink ports |
48x 10/100/1000 data ports |
| Uplink configuration |
Modular uplink options |
| Available network modules |
C9200-NM-2Y (2x25G), C9200-NM-2Q (2x40G), C9200-NM-4G (4x1G), C9200-NM-4X (4x10G), C9200-NM-BLANK |
| Switching capacity |
176 Gbps |
| Switching capacity with stacking |
336 Gbps |
| Forwarding rate |
130.95 Mpps |
| Forwarding rate with stacking |
250 Mpps |
| Stacking technology |
Cisco StackWise-160 |
| Stacking bandwidth |
160 Gbps |
| Stacking members |
Up to 8 |
| Virtual Networks |
4 |
| MAC addresses |
32,000 |
| IPv4 routes (ARP + learned) |
14,000 (10,000 direct, 4,000 indirect) |
| IPv6 routing entries |
2,000 |
| Multicast routing scale |
1,000 |
| QoS scale entries |
1,000 |
| ACL scale entries |
1,600 |
| FNF entries |
16,000 flows |
| Packet buffer |
6 MB |
| DRAM |
4 GB |
| Flash |
4 GB |
| VLAN IDs |
4094 |
| Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) |
512 |
| Default power supply |
PWR-C6-125WAC |
| PoE support |
None (data-only model) |
| Fans |
FRU (field-replaceable), redundant |
| Dimensions (Chassis + FEP + Fan, H x W x D) |
1.73 x 17.5 x 15.4 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 39.1 cm) |
| Weight |
11.02 lb (5.0 kg) |
| MTBF |
571,440 hours |
| Console port |
RJ-45 or mini USB (RJ-45-to-DB9 cable, USB-C adapter, USB adapter) |
| Software license |
Network Advantage (perpetual) |
| Operating system |
Cisco IOS XE (Release 16.9.2 or later) |
| Security |
MACsec-128, Trustworthy Solutions (Secure Boot, Trust Anchor) |
| SD-Access support |
Yes (4 Virtual Networks) |
