Investing in the Cisco WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I Catalyst 2960-XR Series Switches is a strategic move for any business seeking a robust, scalable, and secure networking foundation. Here’s why you should consider this switch: First and foremost, its dual power supply capability ensures maximum uptime, minimizing disruptions due to power failures. The flexibility of PoE+ across 48 ports enables you to power wireless access points, surveillance cameras, and other devices directly through the switch, reducing the need for additional electrical cabling.
The switch provides IP Lite Cisco IOS features, supporting essential Layer 3 routing protocols such as OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP, further enhancing network structure and efficiency. These features are vital for complex or growing network infrastructures requiring efficient route summaries and policy-based routing.
Moreover, the two 10G SFP+ uplink ports present an opportunity for high-speed connectivity to aggregate networks or other switches, which is vital for ensuring that traffic flows smoothly across the network without bottlenecks. The switch’s 108 Gbps forwarding bandwidth illustrates its ability to handle sizable data throughput, making it an excellent choice for organizations with intensive data transfer needs.
Additionally, security is a paramount concern, and the Cisco WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I switch responds with robust security protocols and features to protect your network from unauthorized access and threats.
The switch is also easy to manage, with USB ports for straightforward configuration and image management. Lastly, the option to stack switches with FlexStack-Plus technology provides scalability — as your network grows, you can simply add more switches to the stack, enhancing resiliency and simplifying management.
In essence, the Cisco WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I is a sound investment, delivering exceptional performance, security, and reliability to meet the evolving demands of business networks.
Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR series switches offer power resiliency with optional dual field-replaceable power supplies and IP Lite Cisco IOS software with dynamic routing and Layer 3 features. WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I is one of 2960-XR switches, IP Lite switch, supporting forty-eight 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with POE+ and Two 10G SFP+ uplinks. IP Lite Image enables basic access layer 3 routing features, such as RIPV1, V2, OSPF stub, EIGRP stub, HSRP, VRRP, PIM stub, etc.
Quick Specs
Table 1 shows the Quick Specs.
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Product Code |
WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I |
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Enclosure Type |
Rack-mountable – 1U |
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Feature Set |
IP Lite |
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Uplink Interfaces |
2 x 10G SFP+ uplinks |
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Ports |
48 x 10/100/1000 (POE+) |
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Available PoE Power |
370W |
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Forwarding Bandwidth |
108Gbps |
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Maximum stacking number |
8 |
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Stack bandwidth |
80G |
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Switching Bandwidth |
216Gbps |
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RAM |
512 MB |
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Flash Memory |
128 MB |
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Dimensions |
44.5 cm x 40.8 cm x 4.45 cm |
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Package Weight |
16.15 Kg |
Product Details
Figure 1 shows the front panel of WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I.
Note:
·There are Forty-eight 10/100/1000 Ethernet Gigabit Ports and Two 10G SFP+ uplinks on the front panel.
·Two USB Type A ports and one USB mini-Type B (console) port are on the left.
·This switch offers one RJ-45 console port and one Ethernet management port on the left of the front panel.
·Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+) supports up to 370W of PoE budget for 12 ports with 30W per port or 24 ports with 15.4W per port or 48 ports with 7.4W per port.
Figure 2 shows the back panel of WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I.
Note:
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① |
FlexStack-Plus module slot and cover |
④ |
PS OK LED |
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② |
Power supply slot (with blank module) |
⑤ |
AC power connector on the power supply module |
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③ |
AC OK LED |
The WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I supports stacking with the optional stack kit. It has the FlexStack-Plus module (hot-swappable) that inserts in the slot located in the switch rear panel, and a 0.5-meter FlexStack cable to connect the FlexStack-Plus module ports. The stack module should purchase separately.
The Accessories
Table 2 shows some accessories of WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I.
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Models |
Description |
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C2960X-STACK |
Catalyst 2960-X FlexStack Plus Stacking Module |
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CAB-STK-E-0.5M |
Cisco FlexStack Stacking Cables |
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GLC-LH-SMD |
Cisco GLC-LH-SMD 1000BASE-LX/LH SFP transceiver module, MMF/SMF, 1310nm, DOM |
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GLC-SX-MMD |
1000BASE-SX SFP transceiver module, MMF, 850nm, DOM |
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CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 |
Console Cable 6ft with RJ45 and DB9F |
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CAB-CONSOLE-USB |
Console Cable 6 ft with USB Type A and mini-B |
Compare to Similar Items
Table 3 shows the comparison of similar items.
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Models |
WS-C2960XR-48FPD-I |
WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I |
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Ports |
48 x 10/100/1000 (POE+) |
48 x 10/100/1000 (POE+) |
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Available PoE Power |
740W |
370W |
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Uplinks |
2 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ |
2 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ |
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Feature Set |
IP Lite |
IP Lite |
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FlexStack-Plus Stacking |
Optional |
Optional |
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