Cisco Catalyst 9300 48-Ports 10GBASE-T Ethernet Rack-mountable Network Switch – C9300X-48HX-A

Cisco Catalyst 9300X C9300X-48HX-A 48-Port 10GbE Switch

Connect high-bandwidth wired infrastructure with the Cisco Catalyst 9300X C9300X-48HX-A, a rack-mountable network switch offering 48 10GBASE-T Ethernet ports. Its dense copper interface layout is designed for organizations moving beyond standard Gigabit access and needing a substantial number of 10GbE connections for servers, workstations, access-layer equipment, and business-critical network devices. The rack-ready format keeps the switch suited to structured equipment rooms, campus closets, and enterprise data-center deployments where simplified cable management and scalable port capacity matter.

Key Features

• 48-port 10GBASE-T Ethernet switching
• High-density copper connectivity for enterprise networks
• Catalyst 9300X platform
• Rack-mountable chassis
• Designed for high-bandwidth wired infrastructure

Product Specifications

• Part Number: C9300X-48HX-A
• Manufacturer: Cisco
• Series: Catalyst 9300
• Ethernet Ports: 48
• Port Standard: 10GBASE-T
• Media Type: Copper Ethernet
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable
• Product Type: Managed Network Switch

Interface Specifications

• Port group: 10GBASE-T Ethernet
• Port density: 48 high-speed copper interfaces
• Connection role: Server, workstation, access, and infrastructure links
• Cabling planning: Use copper cabling suitable for the intended 10GbE connection
• Deployment profile: High-bandwidth access or aggregation switching

Rack Deployment Specifications

• Installation format: Rack-mountable network chassis
• Infrastructure setting: Enterprise equipment rooms and network closets
• Cable planning: Organize dense copper runs with appropriate patching and labeling
• Service planning: Provide rack clearance and access for maintenance
• Environmental planning: Match power and cooling capacity to the installation

Use Cases

• Connect high-performance servers over 10GBASE-T
• Upgrade a copper access layer beyond standard Gigabit Ethernet
• Provide dense 10GbE connectivity for workstations and business systems
• Consolidate high-speed wired devices in a campus or data-center rack
• Refresh enterprise switching infrastructure with a 48-port 10GbE platform

Compatibility

• 10GBASE-T Ethernet servers, workstations, and network devices
• Compatible copper cabling and patch-panel infrastructure
• Cisco-supported Catalyst software and management environments
• Standard racks with suitable power, cooling, and cable management
• Confirm transceiver needs, software, licensing, cabling category, and endpoint support before deployment

Frequently Asked Questions

How many ports does this switch provide?

The C9300X-48HX-A provides 48 Ethernet ports.

What Ethernet standard is listed?

The switch is specified with 10GBASE-T Ethernet ports.

Does it use copper connectivity?

Yes. The listed 10GBASE-T interfaces provide copper Ethernet connectivity.

Is the chassis suitable for rack installation?

Yes. It is identified as rack-mountable.

What should be checked before installation?

Verify cabling, software, licensing, power, cooling, rack space, and endpoint compatibility.

The Cisco Catalyst 9300X C9300X-48HX-A gives growing networks a dense 10GbE copper platform for environments where ordinary access speeds no longer provide enough headroom. With 48 high-speed ports and a rack-mountable design, it is well positioned for server connectivity, workstation upgrades, campus aggregation, and structured enterprise infrastructure. Confirm the complete Cisco software, cabling, power, and deployment requirements before adding it to production.