ws-c3850-12xs-s has many features that make it an advanced and powerful switch. This switch has powerful capabilities, such as the IOS-XE operating system, the expansion of standard capabilities using additional modules, and mechanized capabilities for network settings. The Cisco 3850 12XSS switch is a layer 3 switch designed for large and complex networks that can be used singly or in stacking mode with several switches. Also, this switch has a power and network stack port, which is used to connect switches in stack mode.

Cisco ws-c3850-12xs-s Network Switch

A power and network stack port is a physical port that is used to communicate between multiple switches in a stack. This port has two different functions. In stacking mode, two switches are physically connected by using the network stack port and exchange information with each other.

This function increases safety and reliability in the network, and if one of the switches is disrupted, the network will continue to work. In stack mode, using the power stack port, the stacking ports of two switches are connected to each other. and at the same time provides power for the switches connected to it.

Cisco 3850 12-port stack switch

This function is especially useful when multiple switches, including primary and secondary, are used and the power stack port is used to transfer power to the primary. If Primary is unavailable or disabled, sending power to other devices will be provided by the power stack port on the secondary switch.

In general, the Cisco WS-C3850-12XS-S switch provides higher security and reliability to the network and is the best possible option for use in collection equipment.

 Cisco WS-C3850-12XS-S switch key features

• Part of the Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series
• Designed for access layer deployment
• 12 SFP+ ports for high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
• Stackable switch, supports Cisco StackWise-480 technology
• Integrated features include optional wireless LAN controller, advanced security features, and support for Software-Defined Access (SD-Access)
• Redundant power supply support for enhanced reliability
• StackPower technology for power sharing within the stack
• Advanced Quality of Service (QoS) features for traffic prioritization
• Runs Cisco IOS Software with familiar CLI
• Optional integration with Cisco DNA Center for centralized management and automation
• Energy-efficient design with features like Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE)
• Suitable for enterprise campus networks, branch offices, and smaller data center environments

3850 12XSS Hardware structure

The ws-c3850-12xs-s has 12 10G SFP ports that can be used to connect network devices. This switch also has two 40 GB ports that can be used to connect to a fiber optic network. The hardware structure of the Cisco ws-c3850-12xs-s switch is very complex and provides users with various capabilities.

ws-c3850-12xs-s ports are autosensing; in other words, these ports are able to detect the connection speed of the devices connected to them. ws-c3850-12xs-s ports are very intelligent in their performance and provide the best data transfer speed according to network conditions. This switch also has an SFP uplink port.

WS-C3850-12XS-S VS Cisco Nexus 3064PQ

This table provides a concise overview of the main differences between these two switches, highlighting their distinct features and use cases within a network environment.

cisco 3850 12XSS support module

The WS-C3850-12XS-S switch supports various network modules, including 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G) and 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1G) modules. It also offers options for 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40G) modules.

Please note that this table is provided as an example. The availability and compatibility of specific modules may vary.