The Cisco® Catalyst® 3850 Series is the next generation of enterprise-class stackable access-layer switches that provide full convergence between wired and wireless on a single platform. Cisco's new Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) powers the switch and enables uniform wired-wireless policy enforcement, application visibility, flexibility and application optimization. This convergence is built on the resilience of the new and improved Cisco StackWise-480. The Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series Switches support full IEEE 802.3at Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), modular and field-replaceable network modules, redundant fans and power supplies.

• Features 48 networking ports to meet the requirements of the most demanding workgroups
• With PoE+ Port, transfer data and up to 25.5 W of power on a single cable to places where a power outlet is not present
• Up to 10x faster than standard Ethernet server connectivity while providing high-performance uplinks
• With leading Layer 2 support, experience enhanced convenience, secure business operations, and a borderless network experience
• Management capability provides control over setup and configuration of your network