Cisco is announcing the new Cisco Catalyst 4948E Ethernet Switch optimized for full-featured server-access switching. The Cisco Catalyst 4948E offers forty-eight 10/100/1000-Gbps RJ45 downlink ports and four 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports and is designed to simplify data center architecture and operations by offering enterprise-class hardware and software in a one-rack-unit (1RU) form factor optimized for smart top-of-rack (ToR) data center deployments. Layer 3 Switch ensures productivity by providing an efficient, hassle-free connection Quickly and easily set up a wired network with 48 networking ports Supports layer 3 switching for enhanced performance and usability Rack-mountable form factor for your convenience and simplicity of usage Management capability provides control over setup and configuration of your network Up to 10x faster than standard Ethernet server connectivity while providing high-performance uplinks 1 GB memory makes you productive with its smooth performance