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Product Specifications

Cisco lists the C1200-48P-4G with 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and four Gigabit SFP uplinks. The official data sheet specifies 104 Gbps switching capacity and 77.38 Mpps forwarding performance.

Product Overview

The Cisco C1200-48P-4G is a high-density managed Gigabit PoE+ switch in the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series, designed for small and medium-sized business networks, branch offices, campuses, IP surveillance deployments, wireless networks, and other Ethernet access environments.

The switch provides 48 * 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports, allowing compatible devices such as wireless access points, IP phones, security cameras, and other PoE-powered endpoints to receive both network connectivity and power through a single Ethernet cable.

For network uplinks, the C1200-48P-4G includes 4 * Gigabit SFP ports, providing flexible fiber or copper-based uplink connectivity. Its 104 Gbps switching capacity and 77.38 Mpps forwarding rate support wire-speed, nonblocking switching across the platform.

With its 1U rack-mountable design, the C1200-48P-4G is well suited for structured network deployments where a high port count and PoE capability are required without moving to 10 Gigabit uplinks.

Key Features and Benefits

1. 48 Gigabit PoE+ Ports

The C1200-48P-4G provides 48 * 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE+ ports, making it suitable for connecting a large number of network endpoints from a single access switch.

Typical PoE applications include:

• Wireless access points
• IP phones
• IP surveillance cameras
• IoT devices
• Network sensors
• PoE-enabled business devices

2. Four Gigabit SFP Uplinks

Four integrated Gigabit SFP ports provide flexible uplink connectivity for aggregation switches, servers, fiber links, or other network infrastructure.

3. 375W PoE Power Budget

The C1200-48P-4G is designed for PoE+ deployments requiring a substantial shared power budget. Cisco's current product data sheet lists a 375W PoE power budget for this model.

4. High-Density Gigabit Switching

With 104 Gbps switching capacity and 77.38 Mpps forwarding performance, the switch is designed to provide wire-speed, nonblocking switching for Gigabit Ethernet access networks.

5. Business-Class Network Management

The Catalyst 1200 platform supports common enterprise networking capabilities including VLANs, spanning tree protocols, link aggregation, QoS, security features, and centralized management options.

6. Rack-Mountable 1U Design

The C1200-48P-4G uses a standard 1U form factor, making it suitable for network racks, wiring closets, server rooms, and branch-office infrastructure.

C1200-48P-4G vs. C1200-48T-4G

Which should you choose?

Choose the C1200-48P-4G when your network needs to power access points, IP phones, cameras, or other PoE devices. The C1200-48T-4G is a better fit when all connected devices have their own power source and PoE is not required. Cisco's model comparison identifies the 48P model as the PoE+ version of the 48-port Gigabit configuration.

C1200-48P-4G vs. C1200-48P-4X

Which model is better?

The C1200-48P-4G is a practical choice for Gigabit-based access networks where 1G SFP uplinks are sufficient. For networks requiring higher-capacity uplinks or greater aggregation bandwidth, the C1200-48P-4X provides four 10G SFP+ uplinks. Cisco's official comparison confirms the distinction between the 1G SFP and 10G SFP+ uplink configurations.

Recommended Applications

The Cisco C1200-48P-4G can be used in a variety of network environments:

• Small and medium-sized business networks
• Enterprise branch offices
• Campus access networks
• IP phone deployments
• Wireless access point networks
• IP surveillance systems
• Retail and hospitality networks
• Education networks
• Office building networks
• IoT and PoE device deployments

FAQ

What is the Cisco C1200-48P-4G?

The Cisco C1200-48P-4G is a managed Gigabit PoE+ switch from the Cisco Catalyst 1200 Series. It provides 48 Gigabit PoE+ RJ-45 ports and four Gigabit SFP uplinks for business Ethernet networks.

How many ports does the C1200-48P-4G have?

The C1200-48P-4G has 48 Gigabit RJ-45 PoE+ ports plus 4 Gigabit SFP uplink ports, providing 52 physical network interfaces in total.

What is the PoE power budget of the C1200-48P-4G?

Cisco's current Catalyst 1200 data sheet specifies a 375W PoE power budget for the C1200-48P-4G.

Does the C1200-48P-4G support SFP uplinks?

Yes. The C1200-48P-4G includes four Gigabit SFP uplink ports for fiber or compatible SFP-based network connections.

Is the C1200-48P-4G a PoE+ switch?

Yes. Its 48 RJ-45 access ports support PoE+, making it suitable for powering compatible network devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and IP cameras.

What is the switching capacity of C1200-48P-4G?

The C1200-48P-4G provides 104 Gbps switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 77.38 Mpps according to Cisco's current data sheet.

Is C1200-48P-4G suitable for IP cameras?

Yes. Its 48 PoE+ ports make it suitable for IP camera deployments where cameras can receive both power and network connectivity over Ethernet.

Is C1200-48P-4G suitable for Wi-Fi access points?

Yes. The PoE+ access ports can provide network connectivity and power to compatible wireless access points. The 48-port configuration is particularly useful when many APs and other PoE endpoints need to be connected.

What is the difference between C1200-48P-4G and C1200-48T-4G?

The primary difference is PoE. The C1200-48P-4G supports PoE+, while the C1200-48T-4G is a data-only Gigabit switch. Both models have 48 Gigabit RJ-45 ports and four Gigabit SFP uplinks.

What is the difference between C1200-48P-4G and C1200-48P-4X?

The main difference is the uplink speed. The C1200-48P-4G has 4 * 1G SFP uplinks, while the C1200-48P-4X has 4 * 10G SFP+ uplinks. The 4X model is therefore more suitable for networks requiring higher-bandwidth uplinks.

Can the C1200-48P-4G be rack mounted?

Yes. The C1200-48P-4G is designed as a 1U rack-mountable switch and is suitable for standard network racks.

What power supply does the C1200-48P-4G use?

The C1200-48P-4G uses an internal universal AC power supply supporting 100–240V AC, 50–60 Hz.

How should I choose the right C1200 switch?

Select the model according to port count, PoE requirements, uplink speed, and power budget. For 48 Gigabit access ports with PoE+ and 1G SFP uplinks, the C1200-48P-4G is a suitable option. If 10G uplinks are required, consider a C1200 model with SFP+ uplinks.

After-Sales & Purchasing FAQ

Can I get help confirming C1200-48P-4G compatibility?

Yes. Before purchasing, provide your required port count, PoE devices, uplink type, SFP requirements, and deployment environment. These details can be used to confirm whether the C1200-48P-4G is appropriate for your network.

Can you help select compatible SFP modules?

Yes. SFP selection should be based on transmission distance, fiber type, wavelength, data rate, and the equipment at the opposite end of the link.

What should I check before ordering?

Verify the exact part number C1200-48P-4G, required PoE capacity, number of PoE endpoints, SFP uplink requirements, power requirements, and physical rack space before placing an order.

What if I receive a product with a problem?

Contact the supplier's technical or after-sales team with the product model, serial/part information, order details, and a description of the issue. Troubleshooting and replacement procedures can then be evaluated according to the applicable sales and warranty terms.

Can the C1200-48P-4G be used as an access-layer switch?

Yes. Its combination of 48 Gigabit PoE+ access ports and four Gigabit SFP uplinks makes it particularly suitable for access-layer deployments connecting users, phones, wireless APs, cameras, and other edge devices.

Why Choose Cisco C1200-48P-4G?

The Cisco C1200-48P-4G combines high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, PoE+ support, flexible SFP uplinks, and business-oriented network management in a rack-mountable 1U platform. It is a strong option for organizations that need to connect and power many Gigabit endpoints while maintaining fiber uplink flexibility.

For a network that needs 48 Gigabit PoE+ ports + 4 Gigabit SFP uplinks, the C1200-48P-4G provides a straightforward balance of port density, PoE capability, performance, and deployment flexibility.