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What is Cisco Catalyst 2960-C?
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The Cisco Catalyst 2960-C is a compact, fan-cooled or fanless Layer 2 switch that delivers up to 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 SFP uplinks for space-constrained deployments.
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What are the key features of Catalyst 2960-C?
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Key features include 8 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 2 SFP uplinks, optional PoE/PoE+, fanless design, Cisco IOS Software, Layer 2 switching, QoS, and advanced security.
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How many ports does Catalyst 2960-C support?
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Cisco Catalyst 2960-C supports 8 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 2 shared SFP uplink ports across all models.
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Does Catalyst 2960-C support PoE?
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Yes. Selected Catalyst 2960-C models support PoE/PoE+ with up to 60 W total power budget for IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
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What deployment scenarios suit Catalyst 2960-C?
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Catalyst 2960-C is ideal for retail outlets, small offices, hospitality, and branch or wall-mounted networks where space and noise reduction are critical.
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How do I configure Catalyst 2960-C?
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Configure Catalyst 2960-C using the Cisco IOS CLI via console/SSH or the Cisco Network Assistant GUI for simplified port and VLAN management.
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Does Catalyst 2960-C support stacking?
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No. Catalyst 2960-C does not support physical stacking but offers FlexLink for link redundancy and simplified failover.
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What power supply options are available for Catalyst 2960-C?
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Catalyst 2960-C features an internal, fixed AC power supply; PoE models include an integrated power budget without external injectors.
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How do I update the IOS on Catalyst 2960-C?
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Download the appropriate Cisco IOS image, connect via console, and use TFTP or USB file transfer commands to upgrade the switch image.
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What security features does Catalyst 2960-C offer?
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Catalyst 2960-C provides 802.1X authentication, port security, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, and Access Control Lists (ACLs).
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Is Catalyst 2960-C fanless?
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Yes. All Catalyst 2960-C models feature a fanless design to eliminate noise and improve reliability in confined spaces.
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What management interfaces are supported on Catalyst 2960-C?
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Catalyst 2960-C supports CLI (console/SSH), SNMP, RMON, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, and Cisco Network Assistant.
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How does Catalyst 2960-C differ from Catalyst 2960-X?
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Catalyst 2960-C is a compact, fanless switch with fixed ports and no stacking; Catalyst 2960-X offers higher port density, modular uplinks, and StackPower capabilities.
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What warranty covers the Catalyst 2960-C?
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Catalyst 2960-C is backed by Cisco’s Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty with next-business-day replacement for defective units.
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What is the typical power consumption of Catalyst 2960-C?
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Typical power consumption is around 15 W (non-PoE) and up to 70 W when fully supplying PoE/PoE+ to connected devices.
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When did Catalyst 2960-C reach End-of-Life (EoL)?
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Cisco announced the End-of-Sale for Catalyst 2960-C as of March 31, 2020, with End-of-Life services ending on March 31, 2025.
