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Cisco WS-C2960-48PST-L-M Catalyst 2960 48-Port Fast Ethernet...
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WS-C2960-48PST-L-M is a three-switch bundle of managed Catalyst 2960 access switches with LAN Base software. Each Layer 2 chassis provides 48 Fast Ethernet PoE access ports, two copper Gigabit uplinks, and two Gigabit SFP uplinks in a fixed 1U configuration. The copper and SFP uplinks are separate interfaces rather than shared combo ports. Cisco Catalyst 2960 hardware serves enterprise access and branch networks retaining compatible powered endpoints and 100 Mbps desktop connections. The discontinued WS-C2960-48TC-L differs by providing non-PoE access ports. The bundle contains independent switches, not a shared chassis or a hardware stack, so the purchase represents multiple access devices rather than one aggregated switching system.
WS-C2960-48PST-L-M price for new stock is $472.50, a 50% saving from the Cisco list price of $945.00. WS-C2960-48PST-L-M refurb price is $99.75. WS-C2960-48PST-L-M is in stock and available for free next-day delivery. (terms applied)
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32 Gbps switching capacity and 13.3 Mpps forwarding support traffic across each switch's access and uplink interfaces; the forwarding figure uses 64-byte packets. 370W of shared PoE allocation supplies connected endpoints without implying maximum power on every port simultaneously. 460W measured consumption under maximum PoE loading provides a reference for upstream AC power planning. WS-C2960-48PST-L-M includes hardware with 64 MB DRAM, 32 MB flash, and an 8000-entry MAC address table. LACP supports aggregated Ethernet connections, while RSTP and MSTP provide spanning-tree control. Port Security, DHCP Snooping, and Dynamic ARP Inspection provide access-control and address-validation functions. LAN Base supplies the installed feature set; a different software label does not change the physical interface speeds. The fixed uplinks do not support 10G operation, and no removable uplink card expands their speed.
Order WS-C2960-48PST-L-M in new sealed or certified refurbished condition, specifying package quantity and required accessories on the PO. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, with PoE output verified under load on every powered port, firmware verified, and configuration wiped to factory default. ORM coverage is up to a 3-year extended warranty for new units and up to 1 year for certified refurbished units; returns are 30 days on every condition, terms apply. Cisco's limited lifetime coverage ended October 31, 2019; enterprise and volume orders support PO acceptance, Net-30 for government, and RMA with advance replacement across UK, EU, US, and MEA operations.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS |
License Tier | LAN Base |
Port Configuration | Per switch: 48 x 100M PoE / 4 x 1G uplinks |
PoE Budget | 370W per switch |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended October 31, 2019 |
Replacement PID | C1300-48P-4G |
In a small-to-mid-sized enterprise headquarters, the WS-C2960-48PST-L-M Catalyst 2960 48-port PoE switch delivers 10/100 Mbps connectivity and 370 W of PoE power to IP phones and wireless access points. By consolidating voice and Wi-Fi on a single switch with dual 1 GbE uplinks and link-aggregation support, IT teams achieve plug-and-play deployment, simplified rack-mount cabling and guaranteed QoS for clear calls and seamless roaming.
Retail chains deploy the Catalyst 2960 PoE switch at each store to power point-of-sale terminals and IP-based security cameras over a single LAN infrastructure. Built-in VLAN segmentation and Access Control Lists enforce PCI compliance and malware isolation, while two SFP and two 1 GbE uplinks ensure high-availability connectivity for real-time video analytics and uninterrupted transaction processing.
Regional branch offices leverage the WS-C2960-48PST-L-M 3-pack to aggregate multiple departmental switches and deliver PoE to VoIP, wireless and IoT endpoints. Integrated Cisco IOS Software and FlexLink uplink redundancy enable remote diagnostics, automated firmware updates and sub-second failover. The result is a scalable, secure network fabric that reduces on-site maintenance costs and ensures business continuity.
When replacing switches that power an existing phone or access-point estate, distinguish endpoint count from simultaneous power demand. Each chassis supports 24 ports at 15.4W or 48 ports at 7.7W. Inventory the required endpoint allocations and specify the intended powered-port mix before issuing the PO.
When expanding a staging lab around existing LAN Base configurations, each switch supports 255 active VLANs. That limit matters when reproducing multiple production configurations on the same chassis. Identify the VLANs that must coexist, reserve the required switch instances, and confirm the software feature set before ordering.
Gigabit speeds on endpoint ports
The access interfaces stop at 100 Mbps. C1300-48P-4G provides 48 Gigabit access ports and is the current endpoint-speed alternative at the end of the replacement chain.
30W power for individual endpoints
Individual powered endpoints are limited to 15.4W, so devices requiring 30W PoE+ cannot receive their required power from these access ports.
10G uplinks to distribution
The built-in copper and SFP uplinks operate at Gigabit speeds. No removable uplink module provides a path to 10G connectivity on these switches.
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| WS-C2960-48PST-L-M |  WS-C2960-24LT-L |  WS-C2960X-24PD-L |  WS-C2960-24-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 236 mm | 236 mm | 368 mm | 242 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Fast Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 32 MB | 32 MB | 128 MB | 32 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 44 mm | 45 mm | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960-48PST-L-M | WS-C2960-24LT-L | WS-C2960X-24PD-L | WS-C2960-24-S |
| Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 512 MB | 64 MB |
| Power Consumption | 460W | 162W at 100% throughput with maximum possible PoE loads | 470 VA maximum input rating / 53.1W measured at 100% traffic | 30W. |
| Switching Capacity | 32 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 216 Gbps | 16 Gbps |
| Weight | 5.4 kg | 4.5 kg. | 5.7 kg | 3.6 kg. |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm | 450 mm |
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WS-C2960-48PST-L-M identifies a Catalyst 2960 LAN Base three-pack: 48 denotes the access-port count, PST identifies the PoE configuration with SFP and copper uplinks, L identifies LAN Base, and M identifies the three-pack. Each included switch has its own interfaces and power allocation.
Cisco Catalyst 2960 switches support a console CLI, Telnet, SSH with a cryptographic image, Cisco Network Assistant, CiscoWorks LMS, and SNMP monitoring. SSH and encrypted SNMPv3 depend on the installed cryptographic software image. Specify the required management method and image when preparing the order.
Yes, WS-C2960-48PST-L-M contains Catalyst 2960 hardware whose end-of-sale date was October 31, 2014, and whose last date of support was October 31, 2019. Cisco service has ended. The replacement chain now reaches C1300-48P-4G, beyond the discontinued Catalyst 2960-Plus and Catalyst 1000 intermediates.
ORM supplies WS-C2960-48PST-L-M new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to 1 year. Returns are 30 days on every condition, terms apply. Cisco's original limited lifetime hardware warranty no longer provides coverage because Cisco service ended October 31, 2019.
LAN Base is the Cisco IOS feature set supplied with WS-C2960-48PST-L-M. The bundle contains LAN Base switches rather than LAN Lite switches. LAN Base supports 255 active VLANs on this hardware, so an order intended to match an existing configuration should retain that feature-set identity.
Each WS-C2960-48PST-L-M switch provides a shared 370W PoE allocation, with individual ports supporting 15.4W. The supported power configurations include 24 ports at 15.4W or 48 ports at 7.7W. The bundle does not combine those separate chassis allocations into one transferable pool of endpoint power.
Each WS-C2960-48PST-L-M switch includes two 10/100/1000 copper uplinks and two Gigabit SFP uplinks. These are separate interfaces, not shared combo ports. Compatible fiber transceiver choices include GLC-SX-MM= and GLC-LH-SM=; select the appropriate part for the installed fiber rather than treating the SFP cage as a removable uplink card.
No, WS-C2960-48PST-L-M contains independent Catalyst 2960 switches without dedicated hardware stacking. The three-pack describes the purchase package, not a unified switching fabric. Each chassis remains a separate device; management tools that handle multiple switches do not turn this hardware into a stack-capable system.
No, WS-C2960-48PST-L-M switches do not accept a second internal redundant power supply. External backup power uses PWR-RPS2300 with CAB-RPS2300-E=. PWR-RPS2300 ships without a power supply; C3K-PWR-750WAC= is a compatible supply spare. Specify the external chassis, supply, and connection cable separately when assembling that power arrangement.
Each WS-C2960-48PST-L-M member provides PoE access ports, whereas the discontinued WS-C2960-48TC-L provides non-PoE access ports. The distinction is endpoint power delivery. The bundle fits retained powered-endpoint installations; the non-PoE model identifies legacy installations whose connected devices obtain power separately. Both belong to discontinued hardware lines.
WS-C2960-48PST-L-M supplies LAN Base switches supporting 255 active VLANs, while the discontinued WS-C2960-48PST-S uses LAN Lite with 64 active VLANs. The bundle matches retained LAN Base configurations. The LAN Lite model identifies a different legacy software requirement and should not be substituted for a LAN Base replacement order.
C1300-48P-4G provides 48 Gigabit access ports, whereas each WS-C2960-48PST-L-M switch provides 48 Fast Ethernet access ports. C1300-48P-4G is the current model at the end of the replacement chain. The legacy bundle addresses like-for-like 100 Mbps installations; the successor addresses orders requiring Gigabit endpoint connections.
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