The Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960-48TC-L is a 48-port Ethernet switch designed for entry-level enterprise, mid-market, and branch office networks, providing enhanced LAN services. This fixed-configuration, standalone switch offers 10/100Base-T ports and two dual-purpose uplinks, which can operate as 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet ports or SFP-based Gigabit Ethernet ports, with one port active at a time. It is a Layer 2 access switch that supports basic connectivity and intelligent services, making it suitable for networks requiring voice, video, and data support with a focus on security and scalability.
### Technical Specifications
* **Product Code:** WS-C2960-48TC-L
* **Chassis Type:** Rack-mountable, 1U fixed-configuration
* **Feature Set:** LAN Base
* **Total Port Density:** 48 x 10/100 Ethernet ports
* **Uplink Interfaces:** 2 x Dual-purpose ports (each supports 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet or SFP-based Gigabit Ethernet)
* **Backplane Capacity:** 16 Gbps
* **Forwarding Bandwidth/Throughput:** 6.5 Mpps (Million packets per second)
* **MAC Address Table Capacity:** 8,000 entries
* **DRAM:** 64 MB
* **Flash Memory:** 64 MB
* **Number of VLANs:** 255
### Interfaces and Ports
* **Ethernet Ports:** 48 x 10/100Base-T RJ-45 connectors
* **Dual-Purpose Uplink Ports:** 2 x ports, configurable as either:
* 10/100/1000Base-T RJ-45
* SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) slot for Gigabit Ethernet transceivers (e.g., GLC-LH-SM, GLC-SX-MMD)
* **Console Port:** 1 x RJ-45 console port for management access
### Layer 2 Switching Capabilities
* **Architecture:** Layer 2 Switching (basic connectivity, intelligent services), Voice Enabled
* **VLAN Support:** IEEE 802.1Q VLAN Tagging, Voice VLAN, Dynamic VLANs, Private VLANs, Private VLAN Edge
* **Trunking:** Cisco VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) support for dynamic VLAN and trunk configuration
* **Spanning Tree Protocol:** PVST (Per-VLAN Spanning Tree Plus), 802.1s (Multiple Spanning Tree), 802.1w (Rapid PVST)
* **Port Aggregation:** PortFast, UplinkFast, BackboneFast
* **Multicast Support:** Layer 2 Multicast traffic support
### Security Features
* **Access Control:** Cisco TrustSec, Access Control Lists (ACLs) (L2-L4), Port Security, 802.1x authentication
* **Network Security:** DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, Unicast Reverse Path Forwarding (RPF)
* **Management Security:** Secure Shell (SSH), SNMPv3, RADIUS, TACACS+
* **Other Security:** Cisco Clean Access (NAC-based solutions), Kerberos, RP Rate Limiters, TCP Intercept
### Management and Monitoring
* **Management Protocols:** SNMP (v1, v2c, v3), RMON (Remote Monitoring), Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP), CiscoWorks, Cisco Network Assistant (CNA), CiscoView
* **Configuration:** Command Line Interface (CLI), Web-Based Management, Express Setup, Auto Smart Ports (intelligent switch configuration), Auto Install
* **Monitoring:** SPAN (Switched Port Analyzer), RSPAN (Remote SPAN)
* **Clustering:** Supports switch clustering for simplified management of multiple switches
### High Availability and Resiliency
* **Redundancy:** Support for external redundant power supply (RPS) connectors (e.g., Cisco RPS 2300)
* **Traffic Management:** Broadcast Suppression, Unicast Suppression, Multicast Suppression
### Physical and Environmental
* **Dimensions (H x W x D):** 1.73 x 17.5 x 9.3 inches (4.4 x 44.5 x 23.6 cm)
* **Form Factor:** 1U Rack-mountable
* **Weight:** Approximately 8 lb (3.6 kg)
* **Power Consumption:** Maximum 55 watts
* **Acoustic Noise Level:** 40 dB
* **Operating Temperature:** -5°C to +45°C (up to 1500 m), -5°C to +40°C (up to 3000 m)
* **Operating Humidity:** 10% to 95% non-condensing
* **Mounting:** Rack-mountable with included brackets
### Accessories
* **Console Cable:** CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 (6ft with RJ45 and DB9F)
* **SFP Transceiver Modules:**
* GLC-LH-SM (GE SFP, LC connector LX/LH transceiver)
* GLC-SX-MMD (1000BASE-SX SFP transceiver module, MMF, 850nm, DOM)
* **Redundant Power System:** Optional Cisco RPS 2300 (model PWR-RPS2300)
Why Choose Aumictech for Cisco WS-C2960-48TC-L?
At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end networking equipment. Whether you need robust enterprise-grade connectivity, reliable branch office solutions, or scalable managed switches, our team ensures the Cisco WS-C2960-48TC-L delivers maximum performance and security for your application.
