The Cisco Catalyst WS-C4948-S is an industrial-strength 48-port Gigabit Ethernet switch engineered to serve as the high-velocity command center for enterprise-level production environments. Delivering a massive 136 Gbps switching capacity and a surgical forwarding rate of 102 Mpps, this switch is a mechanical necessity for data centers and large-scale studios managing high-resolution 4K video portfolios and complex storytelling assets. With its “Minimalist Chic” 1U rack-mountable design, 4 SFP uplink ports, and dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies, the WS-C4948-S offers the elite scalability and industrial durability required to anchor an elite digital production workflow. 48 Dedicated Gigabit Ethernet Ports for Expansive Wired Connectivity 4 SFP Uplink Ports for High-Speed Fiber-Optic Network Expansion Industrial Redundancy: Dual Hot-Swappable AC Power Supplies Massive 136 Gbps Switching Capacity for Low-Latency Data Throughput Advanced Layer 2-4 Services and QoS for Surgical T
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C4948-S is the definitive tool for the digital strategist and producer who requires an impenetrable, high-capacity network infrastructure to orchestrate large-scale creative projects. In the high-stakes world of commercial advertising and industrial-grade branding, network downtime is a functional liability. Whether you are managing an expansive giveaway campaign across multiple regions or reviewing technical educational content in Jbeil, this 48-port switch provides the world-class stability and high-speed throughput needed to keep your complex workflows fluid and secure.
Equipped with a forwarding rate of 102 Mpps, the WS-C4948-S ensures that high-bandwidth assets—such as cinematic 100fps slow-motion sequences and massive 4K visual portfolios—move across your network with surgical accuracy. This level of visual integrity is essential for maintaining a professional studio environment in Tripoli or Beirut. The switch’s support for advanced Layer 2 through Layer 4 services allows for precise Quality of Service (QoS) management, ensuring your most critical production data always receives priority bandwidth.
Designed for the most demanding professional environments, the WS-C4948-S prioritizes continuous operation. The inclusion of dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies is an industrial-grade convenience that protects your storytelling workflow against power failures. This mechanical synergy ensures that your technical kit remains online and productive, even during hardware maintenance. The robust construction and managed cooling system are engineered to sustain heavy network loads without compromising on performance or reliability.
To ensure a streamlined workflow, the Cisco Catalyst WS-C4948-S features a space-efficient 1U form factor that integrates seamlessly into enterprise-grade rack systems. The four SFP uplink ports provide a tactical advantage, allowing for high-speed fiber-optic connections to remote servers or additional network nodes. For the digital producer who values a blend of massive scalability, industrial-grade safety, and surgical performance, the Cisco Catalyst WS-C4948-S is an indispensable asset for an elite digital production workflow.
| SKU | WS-C4948-S |
| Brand | Cisco |
