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Cisco C3650-STACK-KIT Refurbished StackWise-160 Stacking Kit
MPN: C3650-STACK-KIT
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ISO 9001
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R2v3
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25+
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Every WhaleyComm unit is professionally tested, reset to factory defaults, and certified by our in-house engineers — the same standard trusted by 5,000+ organisations across 25 years. Not a refurb marketplace. A certified lifecycle partner.
Professionally tested and reset to factory defaults. Backed by 25 years of enterprise trust.
This genuine refurbished Cisco C3650-STACK-KIT is a StackWise-160 stacking upgrade kit designed for the Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series of switches. Each kit includes two StackWise adapters and one 0.5 m StackWise stacking cable, providing everything needed to add stacking capability to a WS-C3650 switch that was not originally ordered with stacking. Every unit has been professionally tested and reset to factory defaults before shipment.Powered by Cisco StackWise-160 technology, the C3650-STACK-KIT delivers a full stack bandwidth of 160 Gbps and supports stacking of up to nine Catalyst 3650 switches into a single unified system. The stack architecture operates with an active switch and a standby switch, leveraging Cisco IOS Software Stateful Switchover (SSO) to maintain stack operation through software upgrades or unexpected switch failures. Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols present the entire stack as a single logical entity to the network, with unified management via a single IP address and single CLI.
Purchasing a professionally tested, refurbished C3650-STACK-KIT through WhaleyComm delivers the same enterprise-grade stacking performance at a fraction of the new list price. WhaleyComm is ISO 9001, R2v3, e-Stewards, and UNEDA certified, with more than 25 years of experience serving 5,000+ enterprise customers. Every unit ships with our Lifetime Warranty.
Technical Specifications
Part Number
C3650-STACK-KIT=
Compatible Platform
Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series (WS-C3650)
Stacking Technology
Cisco StackWise-160
Stack Bandwidth
160 Gbps
Maximum Stack Members
9 switches
Resiliency
Stateful Switchover (SSO)
Included StackWise Adapters
2
Included StackWise Cable Length
0.5 m (1.6 ft)
Stack Management
Single IP address, single CLI, active/standby switch model
Ideal Use Cases
Campus Access Layer Stack Expansion
Add stacking capability to WS-C3650 switches not originally ordered with stacking modules, consolidating up to nine switches into a single managed stack across a campus access layer.
High-Availability Wiring Closet Deployment
Leverage SSO-based active and standby switch roles to maintain uninterrupted switching operations during software upgrades or unexpected hardware failures in a wiring closet stack.
Simplified Multi-Switch Management
Reduce administrative overhead by managing up to nine stacked Catalyst 3650 switches through a single IP address and single CLI, streamlining provisioning and configuration tasks.
Converged Wired and Wireless Access
The Catalyst 3650 StackWise-160 stack presents a single unified platform for both wired and wireless policy enforcement, making this kit ideal for unified access deployments.
Spare and Replacement Stacking Hardware
Maintain a tested spare C3650-STACK-KIT on hand to minimize downtime in the event of a stacking adapter or cable failure in a production Catalyst 3650 stack.
What's Included
2x Cisco StackWise Adapters for Catalyst 3650
1x StackWise Stacking Cable (0.5 m / 1.6 ft)
Lifetime Warranty — No Time Limits. No Questions.
Every WhaleyComm unit ships with a Lifetime Warranty. If it fails under normal operating conditions at any point, we replace it. We have stood behind our hardware for 25 years and 5,000+ customers — that is not a marketing line, it is our operating standard.
Compatibility Details
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COMPATIBLE PLATFORMS
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The Cisco C3650-STACK-KIT= is designed for use with Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series switches (WS-C3650), including 24-port and 48-port models.
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It is not compatible with Catalyst 3850 switches or mixed 3650/3850 stacks.
For compatibility verification specific to your environment, contact our engineering team: +1 214 607-4800 or sales@whaleycomm.com
Shipping & Returns
Clear fulfilment, tracking, return, warranty, and support information for enterprise hardware orders.
Shipping
Orders typically ship within 1-2 business days after payment confirmation. Tracking details are shared once the order has been dispatched.
Returns
Eligible products can be returned according to WhaleyComm's return policy. For DOA, warranty, or product-related issues, contact the support team for replacement or resolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Product-specific answers about compatibility, testing, warranty, fulfilment, and purchase confidence.
Yes. The C3650-STACK-KIT= includes two StackWise adapters and one 0.5 m StackWise stacking cable, which is the complete set of hardware required to add StackWise-160 stacking capability to a WS-C3650 switch that was not originally configured for stacking. Additional cables of different lengths may be ordered separately if needed.
The Cisco StackWise-160 architecture supports a stack of up to nine Catalyst 3650 switches. All members operate as a single unified system managed by an active switch, with a standby switch ready to take over if the active switch becomes unavailable.
No. Cisco's official documentation specifies that a Catalyst 3650 switch stack cannot contain a mix of Catalyst 3850 and Catalyst 3650 switches. This kit is designed exclusively for the WS-C3650 Series.
Yes. Every WhaleyComm unit ships with a Lifetime Warranty. If it fails under normal operating conditions at any point, we replace it at no cost — no time limits, no questions asked.
Every unit goes through our ISO 9001-certified testing process: full power-on diagnostics, port-by-port functionality testing, firmware verification, factory reset, and final inspection. A Certificate of Testing ships with every unit.
Cisco C3650-STACK-KIT Refurbished StackWise-160 Stacking Kit
$199.00
Cisco
Cisco C3650-STACK-KIT Refurbished StackWise-160 Stacking Kit
MPN: C3650-STACK-KIT
$199.00
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