The C9300LM-48T-4Y-E provides the perfect entry point into Cisco’s flagship Catalyst 9300 Series. Designed for enterprises that demand top-tier network intelligence without over-provisioning hardware, this switch delivers the exact balance of performance and cost-efficiency. It serves as a highly secure, IT-simplified foundation for traditional data-driven environments-such as server rooms, network aggregation layers, and wired PC workspaces-perfectly aligning with the Cisco Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) architecture.
By intentionally streamlining the chassis to feature fixed uplinks and excluding Power over Ethernet (PoE) components, the C9300LM-48T-4Y-E drastically reduces your Capital Expenditure (CapEx). However, it never compromises on core performance, seamlessly delivering up to 296 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 220.22 Mpps. Furthermore, for deployments facing severe space constraints, the specialized "LM" mini models offer an ultra-shallow depth design, bringing enterprise-grade connectivity to tight AV racks or customized enclosures where traditional switches simply cannot fit.
What truly differentiates this fixed-configuration switch is its Catalyst 9300-class software and application-hosting capability. Unlike lower-tier access switches, it can support advanced use cases such as Cisco ThousandEyes monitoring probes or Cisco ASAc virtual firewall hosting where the required license, software, and storage conditions are met. Supported by local power redundancy, field-replaceable cooling, and up to 320 Gbps of StackWise-320 stacking bandwidth, it provides a secure and resilient foundation for enterprise wired access.