Cisco Catalyst 2960 series switches are very cost effective and are easy to install and manage as they have advanced software that automatically installs and do ports configuration. Also, they are energy efficient.
Cisco 2960 switch have 24 or 48 Gigabit Ethernet ports and are Layer2 and Layer 3 access switches. A layer 2 is a network bridge that operates in data link layer and are used to connect devices at home or office. A layer 3 switch can perform some functions of a router.
Cisco Catalyst 2960
Also, these switches are stackable and hence reduces the total cost of maintaining the network as there will be less devices to manage.
Catalyst 2960 Switch Getting Started Guide
The Technical Features of Cisco Catalyst 2960
Switch Cisco 2960 operate at line rate, that is it can forward a packet of any size. They act as small form-factor pluggable (SFP) that is a transreceiver. This can be used for both telecommunication and data communication. The main function of SPF is to interface motherboard and a networking cable.
- It supports 70 watt of power over Ethernet plus.
- It supports a fanless switch of 24 ports that is deployed outside the wiring.
- It interfaces Ethernet and USB for easy operation.
Cisco Catalyst 2960 series switches models are:
1] Cisco Catalyst 2960-8TC-S Compact Switch: Model Name – LAN Lite Entry Layer 2
2] Cisco Catalyst 2960-8TC-L Compact Switch: Model name – LAN Base Layer 2
3] Catalyst 2960-24PC-L Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
4] Catalyst 2960-24LT-L Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
5] Catalyst 2960-24-S Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
6] Catalyst 2960-24LC-S Switch: Model Name – LAN Lite Entry Layer 2
7] Catalyst 2960-24TC-L Switch: Model Name – LAN Lite Entry Layer 2
8] Catalyst 2960-24PC-S Switch: Model Name – LAN Lite Entry Layer 2
9] Catalyst 2960G-8TC-L Compact Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
10] Catalyst 2960G-24TC-L Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
11] Catalyst 2960-24TT-L Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
12] Catalyst 2960-24TC-S Switch: Model Name – LAN Lite Entry Layer 2
13] Catalyst 2960-48TC-L Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
14] Catalyst 2960-48TC-S Switch: Model Name – LAN Lite Entry Layer 2
15] Catalyst 2960-48TT-S Switch: Model Name – LAN Lite Entry Layer 2
16] Catalyst 2960-48TT-L Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
17] Catalyst 2960-48PST-L Switch: Model Name – LAN Base Layer 2
18] Catalyst 2960-48PST-S Switch: Model Name – LAN Lite Entry Layer 2
Catalyst 2960 Switch Software Configuration Guide
Some Other Features of Cisco Catalyst 2960
Simple: Theses switches are easy to install and have automatic software installation deployment. The Cisco smart call helps in early diagnosing and solving hardware and software issues.
Smart: Theses switches consume comparatively less power and are also equipped with hibernation mode. Another smart feature is that the switch can prioritize applications.
Security: The switches are highly secure as they are protected with Cisco TrustSec Technology. IPv6 malware attacks and thefts can be easily stopped.
Enhanced Warranty: These Switches have enhanced warranty life and easy replacement.