C9300X-48HX-A 24 mGig + 24 SFP+ Layer 3 Stackable Switch
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9300X-48HX-A is a high-performance Layer 3
access switch that features 24 multigigabit copper ports and 24 10G
SFP+ fiber ports. Designed for digital-ready enterprise networks,
it supports high bandwidth, superior security, and SD-Access
capabilities. The switch comes with the Network Advantage license,
making it suitable for advanced routing and segmentation scenarios.
Product Details
As part of the Catalyst 9300X Series, the C9300X-48HX-A offers
exceptional versatility by combining copper and fiber interfaces,
supporting various client types and topologies. It provides a 1
Tbps stacking bandwidth via StackWise-1T, enables full 256-bit
MACsec encryption, and integrates seamlessly with Cisco DNA Center
for network automation and assurance.
Product Features
24 x multigigabit RJ-45 ports (up to 10G)
24 x 10G SFP+ fiber uplink ports
Supports StackWise-1T with 1 Tbps bandwidth
Network Advantage license: Full routing, SD-Access
MACsec 256-bit encryption on all ports
Redundant fans and power supplies supported
UADP 2.0 programmable ASIC
Enhanced telemetry and automation features
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Code | C9300X-48HX-A |
| Copper Ports | 24 x mGig RJ-45 (100M/1G/2.5G/5G/10G) |
| Fiber Ports | 24 x 10G SFP+ |
| License Tier | Network Advantage |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 1.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 1190 Mpps |
| Stack Bandwidth | 1 Tbps (StackWise-1T) |
| MACsec Encryption | Yes, 256-bit |
| Redundant Power Supply | Supported |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Access Ports | License Tier | Port Speed | Stack Bandwidth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9300X-48HX-A | 24 mGig + 24 x 10G SFP+ | Network Advantage | Copper + Fiber | 1 Tbps |
| C9300X-48TX-A | 48 x mGig RJ-45 | Network Advantage | Copper only | 1 Tbps |
| C9300X-24Y-A | 24 x 25G SFP28 | Network Advantage | Fiber only | 1 Tbps |
| C9300-48UXM-A | 36 x 1G + 12 mGig | Network Advantage | Mixed copper speeds | 480 Gbps |
Latest Models in Same Series Comparison
| Model | Ports | License Tier | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| C9300X-24Y-A | 24 x 25G SFP28 | Network Advantage | High-speed fiber aggregation switch |
| C9300X-48TX-E | 48 x mGig RJ-45 | Network Essentials | Cost-effective copper access |
| C9300X-NM-8Y | 8 x 25G expansion module | - | Uplink module for X series switches |
