The Brocade ICX 6450-48 is a Layer 3 managed switch ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises and branch offices. It features 48 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 ports and 4 dual-purpose SFP+ ports for 10 Gigabit Ethernet or stacking. With Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+), it powers devices like wireless access points and IP cameras. The switch supports stacking with other Brocade ICX 6450 and 6430 switches, offering up to 480 Gbps of stacking bandwidth, making it a versatile solution for demanding network applications.