Description
Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPS-L 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ switch with 740W power and 4x 1G SFP uplinks. Enterprise-ready, reliable, and energy-efficient.
Product Features
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48x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports with full PoE+ support
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740W PoE+ power budget for IP phones, cameras, and access points
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4x 1G SFP uplink slots for fiber connectivity and scalability
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Layer 2/Layer 3 Lite switching with advanced QoS
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StackWise-480 technology for seamless scalability and redundancy
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Energy-efficient design (Cisco EnergyWise compliant)
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Robust security features including ACLs, 802.1X, and DHCP Snooping
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1U rackmount form factor for easy deployment in enterprise racks
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Ideal for enterprise, campus, and branch networks
General Product Information
The Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPS-L Catalyst Switch is an enterprise-grade Layer 2 and Layer 3 Lite switch designed to provide high-performance connectivity, intelligent scalability, and secure networking. With 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports featuring PoE+ support, this switch delivers both power and data to connected devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance cameras—eliminating the need for separate power supplies.
Equipped with a 740W PoE+ power budget and 4x 1G SFP uplink slots, the WS-C2960X-48FPS-L ensures flexible network expansion, whether connecting fiber uplinks or aggregating access switches. Featuring Cisco StackWise-480 technology, it allows multiple switches to operate as a single unit, simplifying management and providing redundancy.
Advanced features such as QoS prioritization, IPv6 support, and comprehensive security tools make this switch ideal for handling modern enterprise workloads. Designed for efficiency, reliability, and scalability, the Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPS-L is a proven solution for growing businesses, data centers, and campus environments.
Technical Specifications Table
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco Systems |
| Model | WS-C2960X-48FPS-L |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 2960-X |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Ethernet Ports | 48x 10/100/1000 Gigabit RJ-45 |
| PoE Support | PoE+ (IEEE 802.3af/at), 740W budget |
| Uplink Ports | 4x 1G SFP fiber slots |
| Switching Capacity | 216 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 107.1 Mpps |
| Stacking | Cisco StackWise-480 (up to 8 switches) |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 with Layer 3 Lite |
| Power Supply | 1x 740W AC PSU |
| Dimensions | 1.75 x 17.5 x 17.5 in |
| Weight | ~16.5 lbs (7.5 kg) |
| Warranty | Seller/Reseller warranty |
Compatible Products
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Cisco SFP transceivers (GLC-SX-MMD, GLC-LH-SMD, etc.)
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Cisco Catalyst 2960X and 2960XR series switches
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Cisco 2900/3900 ISR routers
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Cisco UCS servers and enterprise servers
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IP phones, APs, and IP surveillance cameras (PoE+)
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise access layer switch
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Campus networking with IP telephony and wireless
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Branch office deployments needing reliable PoE+
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Surveillance networks powering IP cameras
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Small to medium data centers for secure aggregation
Comparison Angle
Compared to the Cisco 2960S series, the 2960X-48FPS-L offers higher switching capacity, StackWise-480 scalability, and greater energy efficiency. With its larger PoE budget (740W), it can power more connected devices without additional hardware, making it ideal for modern enterprise networks.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Cisco WS-C2960X-24PS-L (24-port version with PoE+)
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Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series (higher performance alternative)
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Cisco compatible SFP fiber modules (1G SX/LX)
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Cisco ISR 4000 series routers for WAN connectivity
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Cisco wireless access points (Aironet / Catalyst)