Replacement for NI-CES-2048FX-L3PREM-DC: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the NI-CES-2048FX-L3PREM-DC (NI-CES-2048FX-L3PREM-DC - Brocade NetIron 2048FX Carrier Ethernet Layer 3 Switch 48 x SFP (mini-GBIC) 2 x XFP Uplink)? Pro Disk Network ships Brocade drop-in replacements and equivalent modern parts from US inventory. Every alternate below is in-stock today with same-day shipping for orders placed before 2pm ET. If your unit is still under warranty, contact our engineering team — we offer cross-shipping for B2B customers on Net 30 terms.
About the NI-CES-2048FX-L3PREM-DC
| SKU | NI-CES-2048FX-L3PREM-DC |
|---|---|
| Product | NI-CES-2048FX-L3PREM-DC - Brocade NetIron 2048FX Carrier Ethernet Layer 3 Switch 48 x SFP (mini-GBIC) 2 x XFP Uplink |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View NI-CES-2048FX-L3PREM-DC › |
Drop-in replacements for NI-CES-2048FX-L3PREM-DC
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
NI-CES-2048CX-L3PREM-AC - Brocade NetIron CES-2048CX Compact Carrier Ethernet Switch 2 x XFP Uplink 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN
SKU: NI-CES-2048CX-L3PREM-AC
Price: $722.55
NI-CES-2048F-MEPREM-AC - Brocade NetIron 2048F Carrier Ethernet Layer 3 Switch 48 x SFP (mini-GBIC)
SKU: NI-CES-2048F-MEPREM-AC
Price: $4,704.00
FLS648 - Brocade 48-Port 10/100/1000Base-T Layer-3 Managed Stackable Gigabit Ethernet Switch
SKU: FLS648
Price: $712.64
FWS648G - Brocade Fastiron FWS648 Stackable Layer 3 Workgroup Network Switch 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Shared 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN
SKU: FWS648G
Price: $212.63
FWS648-POE-EPREM - Brocade Fastiron FWS648-POE Stackable Layer 3 Workgroup Network Switch 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Shared 48 x 10/100Base-TX LAN
SKU: FWS648-POE-EPREM
Price: $565.32
FWS648-POE - Brocade Fastiron Stackable Layer 3 Workgroup Network Switch 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Shared 48 x 10/100Base-TX LAN
SKU: FWS648-POE
Price: $694.24
FWS648 - Brocade FastIron Layer 3 Network Switch 48-Port 4 Slot48 10/100Base-TX 4 x SFP
SKU: FWS648
Price: $1,308.63
FESX648-PREM-DC - Brocade FastIron Edge X FESX648 Layer 3 Switch 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Shared 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN
SKU: FESX648-PREM-DC
Price: $1,432.42
FGS648P-POE-STK - Brocade Fastiron Stackable Layer 3 PoE Network Switch 2 x XFP 4 x SFP (mini-GBIC) Shared 48 x 10/100/1000Base-T LAN
SKU: FGS648P-POE-STK
Price: $7,798.74
How we pick replacements
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Drop-in compatibility — same form factor (2.5"/3.5", PCIe slot, SFP port, etc.), so it fits the original chassis without modification
- Equivalent or better performance — matched on RPM/IOPS/speed/throughput, never downgraded
- Same-brand-preferred — we list the OEM-equivalent first when available, then trusted aftermarket
- Warranty coverage — 90-day Pro Disk warranty on every part, with 1-year option for B2B
- In stock today — never recommend a part that is on backorder
Need help confirming compatibility?
Our engineers validate every replacement against your specific server, switch, or chassis model before shipment. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your platform model (e.g., Dell PowerEdge R740, HP DL380 Gen10, Cisco Catalyst 9300) and we will confirm the exact part number that drops into your hardware.