Cisco WS-C3550-48-SMI 48-Port Ethernet Network Switch Catalyst 3550 Sers Broken
Bottom line: The Cisco WS-C3550-48-SMI 48-Port Ethernet Network Switch Catalyst 3550 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro networking cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
With Power Cord and Rack Mount Ears. -With Power Cord and Rack Ears only. - Broken at the sides but still working well in Good condition. -Fully functional with only minor blemishes, scuffs/scratches which it doesn't affect on its condition at all.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Cisco WS-C3550-48-SMI 48-Port Ethernet Network Switch Catalyst 3550… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro networking cards category. Cisco's retro networking cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro networking cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| poe | false |
|---|---|
| ports | 48 |
| managed | true |
| port_type | 10/100 Ethernet |
| uplink_ports | 2 |
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