Replacement for WS-C3850-48F-E: Drop-In Alternatives We Stock
Looking for a replacement for the WS-C3850-48F-E (WS-C3850-48F-E - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch)? Pro Disk Network ships Cisco 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 WS-C3850-48F-E
| SKU | WS-C3850-48F-E |
|---|---|
| Product | WS-C3850-48F-E - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch |
| Current price | $211.84 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View WS-C3850-48F-E › |
Drop-in replacements for WS-C3850-48F-E
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.
PA-1112-1A-LF - Cisco 1100-Watts AC Power Supply for Catalyst 3850-48F-E / 3850-48F-L / 3850-48F-S
SKU: PA-1112-1A-LF
Price: $57.89
Cisco - Expansion module - 10 GigE - refurbished for Catalyst 3850-24, 3850-48
SKU: C3850-NM-2-10G-RF
Price: $2,134.59
WS-C3850-48P-L - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48P-L
Price: $172.50
WS-C3850-48U-S - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series UPoE 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48U-S
Price: $189.37
WS-C3850-48P-S - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48P-S
Price: $380.26
WS-C3850-48T-L - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48T-L
Price: $732.00
WS-C3850-48XS-S - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x QSFP+ Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48XS-S
Price: $3,432.75
WS-C3850-48F-L - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48F-L
Price: $3,622.00
WS-C3850-48U-E - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series UPoE 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48U-E
Price: $4,173.47
WS-C3850-48F-S - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series PoE+ 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48F-S
Price: $4,381.00
WS-C3850-48XS-F-S - Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series 48 x Ports 10/100/1000Base-T + 4 x QSFP+ Layer 3 Managed Gigabit Ethernet Network Switch
SKU: WS-C3850-48XS-F-S
Price: $5,006.37
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.