Cisco Catalyst 2960X-48FPS-L 48 port managed switch

Cisco Catalyst 2960X-48FPS-L is a high-performance, enterprise-grade managed switch that provides excellent connectivity, security, and scalability for business networks.

It offers 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports along with 4 x 1G SFP uplink interfaces, making it ideal for medium to large-sized organizations.

This rack-mountable switch features a LAN Base software feature set and supports Power over Ethernet (PoE) with a 740W PoE power budget, ensuring power delivery to connected devices like IP phones and wireless access points.

With advanced security features and high stacking bandwidth of 80 Gbps, this switch is designed to handle high-performance network environments efficiently.

Specifications

• Product Code: WS-C2960X-48FPS-L
• Enclosure Type: Rack-mountable – 1U
• Feature Set: LAN Base
• Uplink Interfaces: 4 x 1G SFP (for flexible fiber connectivity)
• Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet Gigabit Ports
• Available PoE Power: 740W (supports PoE and PoE+ for powering devices)
• Maximum Stacking Number: 8 switches
• Stack Bandwidth: 80 Gbps (ensures efficient data flow when stacking multiple switches)
• Forwarding Performance: 107.1Mpps (Million packets per second)
• Switching Bandwidth: 216 Gbps
• RAM: 512 MB
• Flash Memory: 128 MB
• Dimensions: 44.5 cm x 36.8 cm x 4.5 cm (1U rack-mountable)
• Package Weight: 10.65 kg

Features

• 48 Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Provides ample ports for high-speed data transmission, making it ideal for network environments with high connectivity needs.
• Power over Ethernet (PoE): Delivers up to 740W of PoE power, enabling you to power IP phones, wireless access points, and cameras through the same Ethernet cable used for data transmission.
• Flexible Uplink Options: Equipped with 4 x 1G SFP uplink interfaces, allowing you to connect the switch to fiber-optic cables for high-speed data transfer over longer distances.
• Stacking Support: Stack up to 8 switches for easy expansion and management. The 80 Gbps stacking bandwidth ensures minimal impact on performance when stacking multiple switches.
• High-Performance Forwarding: Capable of 107.1 million packets per second (Mpps), the switch offers high performance for demanding network applications.
• Scalability: Supports LAN Base feature set with the ability to scale the network as needed, making it ideal for growing businesses.
• Advanced Security: Includes features like port security, Access Control Lists (ACLs), and 802.1X authentication to safeguard the network from unauthorized access and attacks.
• Efficient Power Usage: The switch complies with energy-efficient standards, offering cost savings on power usage.

Common FAQs

1. How many ports does the Cisco Catalyst 2960X-48FPS-L switch have?

• The switch has 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing ample connectivity for multiple devices within a network.

2. What type of uplink interfaces does the Cisco Catalyst 2960X-48FPS-L support?

• This switch offers 4 x 1G SFP uplink interfaces for connecting to fiber-optic cables, ensuring high-speed connectivity for long-range connections.

3. Does the Cisco Catalyst 2960X-48FPS-L provide Power over Ethernet (PoE)?

• Yes, it provides 740W of PoE power, which can power devices such as IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points directly through Ethernet cables.

4. How many switches can be stacked together with the Cisco Catalyst 2960X-48FPS-L?

• The switch supports stacking up to 8 units. This allows you to expand your network seamlessly while maintaining simplified management.

5. What is the switching capacity of the Cisco Catalyst 2960X-48FPS-L?

• The switch has a switching bandwidth of 216 Gbps and a forwarding performance of 107.1 million packets per second (Mpps), making it capable of handling high-volume traffic.