SWITCH CISCO CATALYST 2960-S POE GIGABIT - 48 PORTA

Cisco Catalyst 2960-S – 48-Port Gigabit PoE/PoE+ Managed Switch

Key Specifications

• 48 × 10/100/1000 Mbps (Gigabit) RJ-45 ports
• 2 × SFP+ uplink ports for fiber or high-speed links
• PoE/PoE+ support (IEEE 802.3af / 802.3at)
  . Up to 30 W per port (PoE+)
  . Up to 740 W total PoE budget (depending on model)
• Stacking support with optional FlexStack module (up to 4 units)
• LAN Base feature set with Layer 2 managed switching
• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable
• Dimensions (approx.): 44.5 × 38.6 × 4.5 cm

Important Features & Highlights

• Full Gigabit access: All 48 ports provide 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity for high-speed local networks.
• Power over Ethernet (PoE+): Supports both standard and high-power PoE devices such as IP phones, cameras, and access points.
• High PoE budget: Up to 740 W total, sufficient for powering many devices simultaneously.
• Uplink flexibility: Dual SFP+ uplink ports for connecting to aggregation or core switches.
• Stacking capability: FlexStack module allows multiple switches to operate as one logical unit, simplifying management.
• Enterprise features: VLANs, QoS, ACLs, port security, and monitoring tools.
• Reliable and durable: Cisco enterprise-grade design with long-term performance stability.

Use-Cases & Business Applications

• Ideal as an access layer switch in office networks or business campuses.
• Perfect for powering PoE devices (VoIP phones, WiFi access points, security cameras).
• Suitable for medium-to-large offices, schools, and government institutions.
• Great for network upgrades from 10/100 Mbps to full Gigabit infrastructure.
• Can be stacked for scalability in multi-floor or multi-building setups.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• High port density (48 Gigabit ports)
• Supports both PoE and PoE+ for various powered devices
• Optional stacking for simplified network expansion
• Solid reliability and enterprise-level performance
• Easy integration with other Cisco devices

Cons

• Higher cost compared to unmanaged switches
• Limited Layer-3 routing (mainly Layer-2 managed switch)
• Power consumption increases with high PoE load
• Some models nearing end of official Cisco support
• Requires adequate rack cooling and power planning

48 × Gigabit RJ-45 ports (10/100/1000 Mbps)

2 × SFP+ uplink ports

PoE/PoE+ support (IEEE 802.3af / 802.3at)

Up to 30 W per port, 740 W total power budget

FlexStack stacking module support (up to 4 switches)

VLANs, QoS, ACL, 802.1X, and port security features

Managed Layer-2 switch with LAN Base software

Rack-mountable 1U design