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WS-C2960-48PST-S
Catalyst 2960 48 10/100 PoE + 2 1000BT +2 SFP LAN Lite Image
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WS-C2960-48PST-S is a high-performance, fixed-configuration Layer 2 switch engineered with a robust architecture that supports flexible stacking and scalability. Designed with dual power options and a modern chassis, this switch provides 48 PoE+ Ethernet ports with 10/100 connectivity along with 4 SFP uplink ports, ensuring efficient, high-speed data transfer for enterprise and branch office use cases.
Built for optimized performance and reliability, WS-C2960-48PST-S offers advanced features such as energy-efficient operation and enhanced security protocols for modern networking demands. Its stacking capabilities, combined with a scalable platform and dedicated power budget, make it an ideal choice for IP telephony, video surveillance, and digital signage applications.
WS-C2960-48PST-S price for new stock is $1,123.50, a 68.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $3,550.00. WS-C2960-48PST-S refurb price is $103.82. WS-C2960-48PST-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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In a nationwide retail chain, the Catalyst 2960-48PST-S (LAN Lite) supplies 370 W of PoE across 48 ports to power IP cameras and 802.11ac access points. Dual 1 Gbps copper and 2 SFP uplinks deliver resilient backhaul to the headquarters network. This consolidated power-and-data infrastructure reduces cabling complexity, accelerates store rollouts by 40%, and ensures uninterrupted 24/7 video monitoring with enterprise-grade uptime.
At a 100-seat branch office, the Catalyst 2960-48PST-S enables centralized PoE support for IP phones and wireless APs while leveraging Layer 2 QoS and VLAN segmentation to prioritize voice traffic. Dual gigabit uplinks and SFP ports seamlessly integrate with existing WAN links, enhancing failover and load-balancing. As a result, voice quality improves by 50%, network resilience increases, and hardware footprint is reduced by 25%.
In a K-12 campus environment, the Catalyst 2960-48PST-S (LAN Lite) powers 48 edge devices—interactive whiteboards, wireless APs and security cameras—over a single network infrastructure. Built-in port security, QoS and VLAN support segment student, staff and guest traffic while safeguarding sensitive data. This deployment minimizes rack space, lowers energy consumption by 30%, and delivers a scalable, secure learning network.
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| Depth | 14.3 inches | 240 mm | 236 mm | 240 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100 | Gigabit Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB | 32 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960-48PST-S | WS-C2960L-48TS-LL | WS-C2960-48PST-L | WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL |
| Memory | 64 MB | 512 MB | 64 MB | 512 MB |
| Power Consumption | 370W | 33.6W at 100% traffic | 460W | 23.64W at 100% traffic |
| Switching Capacity | 32 Gbps | 104 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Weight | 17.8 lbs | 2.98 kg | 3.6 kg | 2.75 kg. |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 445 mm | 445 mm | 445 mm |
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Reviewed on the 1 August 2019
48-port PoE switch offers reliable power and stable connectivity for SMB environments.
Reviewed on the 30 March 2022
Professional-grade switch handling multiple PoE devices efficiently.
Reviewed on the 7 October 2024
Predictable uptime and low-latency performance for LAN Lite.
Reviewed on the 4 November 2020
Easy integration into existing Cisco network infrastructure.
Reviewed on the 13 December 2022
Handles high-density PoE deployment reliably.
The WS-C2960-48PST-S is a Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series Layer 2 switch with 48 10/100 PoE ports, two 10/100/1000 uplink ports, two SFP slots, and the LAN Lite software image.
This switch delivers up to 370 W total PoE budget, providing up to 15.4 W per port for IEEE 802.3af devices.
It offers two 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 uplink ports and two SFP fiber uplink slots for flexible connectivity.
The LAN Lite image provides essential Layer 2 switching, VLAN support, basic security (port security, storm control), QoS, and management via Cisco IOS.
No. The LAN Lite image does not support Cisco FlexStack stacking; each switch operates independently.
Manage the switch via the web-based GUI, CLI over console/SSH, Telnet, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, and RMON.
The switch accepts 100–240 VAC at 50–60 Hz, with an internal universal power supply supporting auto-voltage detection.
It offers up to 8.8 Mpps forwarding rate and 20 Gbps switching capacity for wire-speed performance.
The device includes 64 MB of DRAM and 16 MB of flash memory for IOS and configuration files.
It supports up to 255 active VLANs, VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) Client/Server mode, and dynamic VLAN assignment.
Yes, it supports four egress queues per port, 802.1p priority tagging, weighted WRR, and policing.
Key features include port security, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection (DAI), IP source guard, and ACL support.
Yes, the WS-C2960-48PST-S allows PoE port scheduling to turn power on/off at specified times for energy savings.
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty with 90-day software updates and optional Smart Net Total Care for 24/7 support.
Ideal for small to medium enterprise access layers, IP telephony, wireless LAN backhaul, and PoE device deployments.