Cisco WS-C2960-48PST-L Catalyst

WS-C2960-48PST-L Overview

WS- C2960-48PST-L is one of the Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series switches. This series support voice, video, data, and highly secure access. They also deliver scalable management as your business needs change. The Common Features are included: Enhanced security including Cisco TrustSec for providing authentication, access control, and security policy administration, Multiple Fast or Gigabit Ethernet performance options, Cisco EnergyWise for power management, Scalable network management.

Some Product Features:

• Ports:
  • 48 Ethernet Ports: 10/100 Mbps (Fast Ethernet) ports for standard network connectivity.
  • 2 SFP Uplink Ports: Supports optional Gigabit SFP modules for flexible uplink connectivity.
• Power over Ethernet (PoE):
  • PoE Support: The switch provides PoE (Power over Ethernet) capability on all 48 ports, enabling you to power devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras directly through the Ethernet cable.
• Performance:
  • Switching Capacity: Offers up to 6.5 Mpps of switching capacity, ensuring efficient handling of traffic in a small to medium-sized network.
  • Forwarding Rate: Approximately 38.7 Mpps (million packets per second), which is suitable for typical enterprise applications.
• Layer 2 Features:
  • Supports advanced Layer 2 features such as VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) for improved network performance and redundancy.
• Quality of Service (QoS):
  • Provides basic QoS features to prioritize critical traffic, ensuring optimal performance for voice and video applications.
• Security Features:
  • Includes several security features, such as 802.1X for network access control, port security, and DHCP snooping to protect against unauthorized access and attacks.
• Management:
  • Runs on Cisco IOS Software, offering a range of management options, including command-line interface (CLI), web-based management, and support for SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol).
• Energy Efficiency:
  • Designed with energy-efficient capabilities to minimize power consumption, making it a more sustainable option for enterprises.
• Stacking Capability:
  • The switch does not support stacking but can be integrated into a larger network with other Cisco switches for scalability.
• Investment Protection:
  • Backward compatible with earlier Cisco Catalyst models, ensuring easy integration into existing networks.

You can also visit the manufacturer’s website link for more information.

You can also visit the Cisco WS-C3560X-48PF-S Catalyst , Cisco WS-C3560X-48T-L Catalyst , Catalyst Switches pages if you wish.