Cisco 2960-L Series


Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Series Switches

Product Overview

Cisco® Catalyst® 2960-L Series Switches are fixed-configuration, Gigabit Ethernet switches that provide enterpriseclass access switching for branch offices, out-of-the-wiring-closet applications, and critical Internet of Things (IoT) deployments, as well as small and medium-sized businesses. They operate on Cisco IOS® Software and support simple device management as well as network management. The Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Series provides easy device onboarding, configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting. These fully managed switches offer advanced Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 features as well as Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) power. The 2960-L Series delivers enhanced network security, network reliability, and operational efficiency.

Product Highlights

Cisco Catalyst 2960-L Series Switches feature:

  • 8, 16, 24, or 48 Gigabit Ethernet data or PoE+ ports with line-rate forwarding
  • 2 or 4 fixed 1 Gigabit Ethernet Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) uplinks or 4 fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplinks
  • Perpetual PoE+ support with a power budget of up to 370W
  • Cisco IOS enhanced LAN Lite software
  • Device management support with:
    ◦ Intuitive web UI, over-the-air access via Bluetooth, Command-Line Interface (CLI), Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), RJ-45 or USB console access, and virtual stacking
    ◦ Network management with Cisco Prime®, Cisco Network Plug and Play, and Cisco DNA™ Center
  • Security with 802.1X support for connected devices, Switched Port Analyzer (SPAN), and Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU) Guard
  • Basic Layer 3 features with Static routing and Routing Information Protocol (RIP)
  • Fanless operation with operating temperature up to 45°C
  • Compact design with a depth of less than 11.5 inches
  • Reliability with higher Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) and an Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty (E-LLW)