Cisco WS-C3650-48TD-L | Catalyst 3650 48-Port Gigabit Switch, 2x 10G SFP+, LAN Base

Q: What is the difference between LAN Base and IP Base feature sets?
A: The LAN Base feature set provides comprehensive Layer 2 switching capabilities including VLANs, Spanning Tree, and basic management. IP Base adds advanced Layer 3 routing features such as static routing, RIP, limited OSPF, and inter-VLAN routing. You can upgrade from LAN Base to IP Base or IP Services via a software license without changing hardware.

Q: Can the WS-C3650-48TD-L support Power over Ethernet?
A: No, the WS-C3650-48TD-L is a data-only switch and does not support PoE. If you require Power over Ethernet, consider the WS-C3650-48PD-L (PoE+) or WS-C3650-48FD-L (Full PoE) models that include integrated power budgets for powered devices.

Q: How many switches can be stacked together?
A: Up to 9 Catalyst 3650 switches can be stacked using StackWise-160 technology, creating a single logical unit with 160 Gbps of stack bandwidth. This simplifies management and provides hitless redundancy. Stacking requires Cisco StackWise-160 cables sold separately.

Q: Is this switch compatible with Cisco DNA Center?
A: Yes, the Catalyst 3650 series running Cisco IOS XE is compatible with Cisco DNA Center for centralized network automation, assurance, and policy-based management. The switch supports programmability features including RESTCONF, NETCONF, and Python scripting.

Q: What wireless capabilities does this switch offer?
A: The WS-C3650-48TD-L can function as an integrated wireless controller, supporting up to 50 Cisco Aironet access points and 1,000 wireless clients per switch. It enables unified wired-wireless policy enforcement and application visibility on a single platform, eliminating the need for a separate wireless controller in many deployments.