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WS-C2960-48TC-L
Cisco WS-C2960-48TC-L Catalyst 2960 48-Port Fast Ethernet Sw...
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WS-C2960-48TC-L is a managed Layer 2+ access switch with 48 10/100 Ethernet ports, two fixed 1G combo uplinks and the LAN Base software image in a rack-mount 1U chassis. Each uplink selects either its RJ-45 connection or its SFP connection; both interfaces cannot operate simultaneously. The non-PoE configuration connects separately powered endpoints without supplying power over their network cables. The Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series serves medium-sized business networks with VLAN segmentation, QoS and access security. The discontinued WS-C2960-48PST-L is the PoE sibling, not a license-only variation. Match the access speed and installed feature set to the existing equipment when specifying a like-for-like replacement.
WS-C2960-48TC-L price for new stock is $416.85, a 85.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $2,850.00. WS-C2960-48TC-L refurb price is $141.12. WS-C2960-48TC-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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32 Gbps switching capacity provides the switching bandwidth for traffic between interfaces, while 10.1 Mpps forwarding performance identifies the processing rate for 64-byte packets. Static routing on SVIs requires the LAN Base routing SDM template, so prepare the software configuration before enabling routed access. WS-C2960-48TC-L uses 64 MB DRAM and 32 MB flash for operation and local image storage; its 8000-entry MAC table bounds the number of learned addresses. The Cisco Catalyst 2960-48TC-L accepts external backup power through PWR-RPS2300 rather than a second internal PSU. 39W measured consumption at 100% throughput provides an operating-point reference when allocating electrical and cooling capacity. Hardware stacking is absent; additional switches remain independently connected units rather than members of one shared hardware stack. DHCP snooping identifies spoofed traffic from untrusted sources, while port security restricts access by MAC address. These controls require configuration to match the intended endpoint and uplink assignments.
ORM Systems supplies WS-C2960-48TC-L new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, every port links at its rated speed, optics bay recognition and PSU status are checked, and firmware is verified before the configuration is wiped to factory default. Specify the required condition and quantity on the purchase order. New units carry up to a 3-year extended ORM warranty and certified refurbished units carry up to 1 year, with 30-day returns on both conditions; terms apply, and Cisco's original limited lifetime coverage ended October 31, 2019. Enterprise and volume orders support PO purchasing, Net-30 for government, and RMA with advance replacement.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS |
License Tier | LAN Base |
Port Configuration | 48 x 10/100 / 2 x 1G combo uplinks |
Lifecycle Status | End of support October 31, 2019 |
Replacement PID | C1300-48T-4G / WS-C2960-48TC-L-RF (Cisco remanufactured) |
In a regional corporate branch deploying 200+ desktops, IP phones and wireless APs, the Catalyst 2960-48TC-L provides 48 10/100 ports plus 2 Gigabit SFP uplinks and LAN Base image VLAN trunking. IT teams segment voice, data and guest traffic at Layer 2, enforce QoS policies and simplify rack-mount installation. Outcome: predictable network performance, granular traffic control and streamlined operations across distributed sites.
A university campus rolls out 150+ 100 Mbps PoE-powered cameras feeding into 48 access ports and dual fiber uplinks on the 2960-48TC-L. With robust multicast filtering, IGMP snooping and resilient Spanning Tree Protocol, security teams centralize video streams without packet loss. Outcome: low-latency video aggregation, simplified VLAN-based camera zoning and 24/7 surveillance reliability.
A national retailer connects 48 POS terminals, barcode scanners and dual-radio Wi-Fi APs over 100 Mbps copper on the Catalyst 2960-48TC-L, leveraging LAN Base’s port security and EtherChannel uplinks for redundancy. Central IT applies MAC-based access control, minimizes broadcast storms and maintains PCI compliance. Outcome: secure, high-availability checkout lanes, seamless guest Wi-Fi and simplified remote troubleshooting.
When consolidating existing endpoint groups, compare the required segmentation with the LAN Base limit of 255 VLANs. Keep the access-port assignment plan separate from the VLAN count, because multiple endpoints can belong to the same segment. Specify the required VLAN configuration and patching allocation before the purchase order.
When purchasing hardware for bandwidth-policy testing, rate limiting in 1 Mbps increments gives the test plan a specific configuration granularity. Define the traffic classes, offered load and pass criteria before staging the equipment. Specify the required policing settings and acceptance tests on the purchase order rather than assuming every laboratory image uses the same configuration.
When a spare pool must cover multiple purchasing regions, ORM Systems provides regional stock and RMA handling across four regions: UK, EU, US and MEA. Separate the required spare quantities by destination and condition, then align the regional RMA arrangements with the organizations receiving the equipment before issuing the purchase order.
Gigabit links to every endpoint
WS-C2960-48TC-L access ports stop at 100 Mbps. C1300-48T-4G retains 48 access ports but increases them to Gigabit Ethernet, with four 1G SFP uplinks.
PoE power for connected endpoints
WS-C2960-48TC-L does not supply endpoint power. C1300-48P-4G provides 48 Gigabit PoE access ports and four 1G SFP uplinks, changing both power delivery and access speed.
10G uplinks to distribution
WS-C2960-48TC-L fixed uplinks are limited to 1G. C1300-48T-4X provides four 10G SFP+ uplinks and also changes the 48 access ports from Fast Ethernet to Gigabit Ethernet.
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| WS-C2960-48TC-L |  WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL |  WS-C2960-48TT-S |  WS-C2960L-24TS-LL |  WS-C2960-48TC-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 236 mm | 240 mm | 242 mm | 240 mm | 11.5 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100 |
| Flash Memory | 32 MB | 256 MB | 32 MB | 256 MB | 32 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-mount |
| Height | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 1.75 inches |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960-48TC-L | WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL | WS-C2960-48TT-S | WS-C2960L-24TS-LL | WS-C2960-48TC-S |
| Memory | 64 MB | 512 MB | 64 MB | 512 MB | 64 MB |
| Power Consumption | 39W (100% throughput) | 23.64W at 100% traffic | 71W at 100% throughput | 23.64W at 100% traffic | 65 W |
| Switching Capacity | 32 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 16 Gbps | 56 Gbps | 64 Gbps |
| Width | 445 mm | 445 mm | 450 mm | 445 mm | 17.3 inches |
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WS-C2960-48TC-L identifies a Catalyst 2960 LAN Base switch: WS-C2960 is the switch family, 48 is the access-port count, TC identifies the data configuration with two dual-purpose copper/SFP uplinks, and L identifies LAN Base. The access ports are 10/100 Ethernet; the uplinks reach 1G.
The Catalyst 2960 supports CLI access, Telnet, browser-based Express Setup, Cisco Network Assistant and SNMP management with CiscoWorks LMS. Express Setup handles initial configuration, while Network Assistant provides a desktop graphical interface. Specify the management workflow and configuration requirements when ordering a replacement for an existing installation.
LAN Base is the Cisco IOS Software feature set installed on WS-C2960-48TC-L. VLAN segmentation, QoS and access-security functions belong to that image. Include the LAN Base requirement on a spare or replacement order, because the separately numbered LAN Lite variant carries a different software feature set.
No, WS-C2960-48TC-L provides data connectivity without PoE output on its access ports. A device requiring power through its Ethernet cable needs a separate power arrangement rather than drawing power from this switch. Include endpoint power requirements in the equipment list before placing a replacement order.
WS-C2960-48TC-L has two fixed 1G dual-purpose uplinks, each pairing an RJ-45 port with an SFP slot. Only one side of each pair can be active, so there are two uplink connections rather than four independent ports. Select copper connectivity or compatible fiber optics for each uplink.
No, WS-C2960-48TC-L is a standalone fixed-configuration switch and does not form a hardware stack. Centralized management does not create shared forwarding hardware. Specify additional units as separately connected switches, and account for each unit's links and configuration rather than ordering hardware-stack accessories for this model.
Yes, WS-C2960-48TC-L supports static routing on SVIs when the LAN Base routing SDM template is enabled in compatible Cisco IOS Software. The lanbase-routing template supports eight routed interfaces. Verify the loaded image and intended SVI configuration before applying the template and using the switch for inter-VLAN routing.
WS-C2960-48TC-L accepts 100-240V AC through its internal power supply, with optional external DC backup through PWR-RPS2300. The chassis does not provide a second internal PSU bay. CAB-RPS2300= is the compatible backup-power cable; specify the complete external power arrangement rather than assuming internal dual supplies.
WS-C2960-48TC-L reached end of sale on October 31, 2014, and Cisco support ended on October 31, 2019. Its discontinued replacements include WS-C2960+48TC-L and C1000-48T-4G-L; the migration chain leads to C1300-48T-4G. WS-C2960-48TC-L-RF is Cisco remanufactured hardware, distinct from ORM Systems' certified refurbishment.
WS-C2960-48PST-L supplies PoE on its 48 Fast Ethernet access ports, whereas WS-C2960-48TC-L supplies no endpoint power. Both models are discontinued. The data-only model suits repairs involving separately powered endpoints; the PoE model corresponds to legacy installations that depend on switch-delivered power and require a powered replacement configuration.
WS-C2960-48TC-L ships with LAN Base, while WS-C2960-48TC-S ships with LAN Lite. Both part numbers are discontinued, so the distinction matters when matching an existing installation or spare pool. LAN Base buyers should preserve that feature-set requirement; LAN Lite buyers should match the basic configuration already deployed.
C1300-48T-4G provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet access ports, while WS-C2960-48TC-L provides 48 Fast Ethernet access ports. Following the replacement sequence through discontinued WS-C2960+48TC-L and C1000-48T-4G-L points to C1300-48T-4G for refresh planning. The original model matches legacy repairs; C1300-48T-4G suits replacement orders requiring Gigabit endpoint connections.
ORM Systems offers WS-C2960-48TC-L new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty on new units and up to 1 year on refurbished units. Both conditions include 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's original limited lifetime hardware warranty and service coverage ended on October 31, 2019.
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