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WS-C2960+48PST-L
Cisco WS-C2960+48PST-L Catalyst 2960-Plus 48-Port Fast Ether...
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WS-C2960+48PST-L provides managed Layer 2+ access through 48 RJ-45 ports operating at 10/100 Mbps, with IEEE 802.3af PoE for compatible phones, wireless access points, and physical security devices. Two Gigabit SFP slots and two Gigabit copper uplinks are built in as independent interfaces rather than shared combo ports. The Rack-Mount 1U chassis belongs to the Cisco Catalyst 2960-Plus family and runs Cisco IOS with the LAN Base feature set. Its enterprise access role covers branch offices, remote sites, retail locations, and conventional desktop connections. The discontinued WS-C2960+48TC-L omits endpoint power, distinguishing that data-only sibling from this powered configuration. This 48-port Fast Ethernet PoE access switch accepts copper or fiber upstream connections without a removable uplink card.
WS-C2960+48PST-L price for new stock is $995.40, a 84.2% saving from the Cisco list price of $6,286.00. WS-C2960+48PST-L refurb price is $249.48. WS-C2960+48PST-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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16 Gbps switching capacity carries local Ethernet traffic across the access and uplink interfaces. 13.1 Mpps forwarding performance characterizes handling of 64-byte packets, providing a separate packet-rate measure for traffic sizing. 370W of shared PoE power supplies connected endpoints through intelligent allocation rather than unrestricted maximum power on every port. Static IPv4 routing on SVIs supports predetermined paths between networks; dynamic routing protocols are not supported. WS-C2960+48PST-L combines 128 MB of DRAM with 64 MB of flash for operating memory and software storage. LAN Base supports 255 active VLANs for segmenting attached devices. The 15000-entry MAC table accommodates learned Ethernet addresses across those segments. Four egress queues per port and strict priority queuing differentiate voice and business traffic. Port Security, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and IP Source Guard provide controls for endpoint attachment and addressing. Hardware stacking is unavailable, so additional switches remain separate forwarding systems rather than members of a hardware stack.
WS-C2960+48PST-L is offered new sealed or certified refurbished, with 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, with terms applying. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, clean boot, every port linking at rated speed, PoE output under load on every powered port, and optics bay recognition; firmware is verified and configurations are wiped to factory default. Specify the condition, volume quantity, and required accessories on the purchase order. For enterprise and volume orders, POs are accepted, Net-30 is available for government, and RMA with advance replacement is supported through regional stock/RMA in the UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS |
License Tier | LAN Base |
Port Configuration | 48x10/100Mbps PoE / 2x1G SFP / 2x1G copper |
PoE Budget | 370W shared |
Lifecycle Status | End-of-sale October 31, 2021 / Support ends October 31, 2026 |
Replacement PID | C1300-48P-4G via discontinued C1000-48P-4G-L |
In a regional branch office with 45 employees, the WS-C2960+48PST-L Catalyst 2960 Plus 48 10/100 PoE + 2 1000BT +2 SFP LAN Base powers VoIP phones and PoE IP cameras over a single chassis. By delivering 370W of PoE budget and dual Gigabit uplinks, it simplifies wiring, ensures uninterrupted voice quality, and centralizes camera feeds, resulting in 30% lower deployment costs and 99.99% uptime for critical communications and security.
At a mid-sized university campus, the Catalyst 2960 Plus 48 10/100 PoE + 2 1000BT +2 SFP LAN Base aggregates 24 dual-band wireless APs across two buildings. Its 2×1000BT RJ-45 and 2 SFP uplinks enable high-availability links to the core switch, while 370W PoE supports Wi-Fi 6 APs. This deployment delivers seamless roaming, centralized PoE management, and 40% faster throughput for 2,000 daily users, optimizing network reliability and IT operational overhead.
In a high-traffic retail chain store, the WS-C2960+48PST-L supports 30 PoS terminals and 8 IP surveillance cameras with 802.3af PoE on all 48 Fast Ethernet ports. Dual Gigabit uplinks to the distribution switch ensure sub-millisecond transaction processing and real-time video streaming. The result is PCI-compliant data security, centralized power over Ethernet, and a scalable platform that reduces branch IT visits by 50% and accelerates checkout times by 20%.
Replacing an installed WS-C2960-48PST-L while retaining an established configuration starts with checking the saved settings and connected-device requirements. The older model reached end of sale on October 31, 2014. Compare configuration files, cabling, and endpoint allocations before specifying the replacement quantity and commissioning scope on the purchase order.
Bench staging requires a console connection before the production configuration is approved. CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 provides the RJ-45 console cable option for direct access. Separate the console-access requirement from Ethernet patching, and specify CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 inclusion, saved configuration files, and commissioning checks before releasing the hardware purchase order.
US and Canadian branch rollout orders need the regional mains lead identified rather than a generic power-cord line. CAB-AC is the C13-to-NEMA 5-15P option. Separate the switch quantity from cabling requirements, and specify CAB-AC inclusion and individual site quantities before releasing the purchase order.
Gigabit speeds on access ports
Access connections stop at 100 Mbps. C1300-48P-4G provides 48 Gigabit Ethernet access ports with PoE and four 1G SFP uplinks as the current successor.
More than 15.4W per powered endpoint
Powered access ports support IEEE 802.3af PoE at a maximum of 15.4W per port. Devices requiring PoE+ or higher power exceed that capability.
10G uplinks to distribution
Fixed Gigabit uplinks cannot provide 10G connections, and no removable uplink-card bay is available. Specify a different switch when the distribution connection requires 10G.
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| WS-C2960+48PST-L |  WS-C2960+24LC-L |  WS-C2960+24TC-L |  WS-C2960+48TC-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 332 mm | 332 mm | 242 mm | 242 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960+48PST-L | WS-C2960+24LC-L | WS-C2960+24TC-L | WS-C2960+48TC-L |
| Memory | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Power Consumption | 51.4W (100% traffic measurement) | 26.1W at 100% traffic | 30W | 30.6W at 100% traffic |
| SFP Ports | 2 x 1GbE | 2 x 1GbE (Combo, shared with RJ-45) | 2 x 1GbE (Combo, shared with RJ-45) | 2 x 1GbE (Combo, shared with RJ-45) |
| Switching Capacity | 16 Gbps | 16 Gbps | 16 Gbps | 16 Gbps |
| Weight | 5.4 kg | 4.5 kg | 3.6 kg | 3.6 kg |
| Width | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
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Reviewed on the 2 June 2018
Reliable 48-port PoE switch with stable performance for enterprise networks.
Reviewed on the 19 April 2021
Handles multiple devices smoothly, PoE performance is excellent.
Reviewed on the 23 March 2021
Consistent uptime and easy to manage in medium-sized deployments.
Reviewed on the 10 March 2017
Great option for high-density PoE environments, very dependable.
Reviewed on the 12 January 2021
Compact design with predictable performance for edge network deployments.
WS-C2960+48PST-L identifies a Catalyst 2960-Plus switch: WS-C2960+ names the family, 48 identifies the Fast Ethernet access-port count, PST identifies the PoE configuration with two SFP and two copper Gigabit uplinks, and -L identifies LAN Base. The access ports are 10/100 Mbps, not Gigabit Ethernet.
The Catalyst 2960-Plus supports CLI management through its serial console, SSH, or Telnet, browser-based management through the embedded device manager, SNMP management, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. Select the intended access method during staging and prepare the corresponding credentials and management configuration before connecting the switch to production.
WS-C2960+48PST-L is discontinued: end of sale was October 31, 2021, and the last date of Cisco support is October 31, 2026. Software maintenance releases ended October 31, 2022. Vulnerability and security support also ends October 31, 2026, so existing Cisco coverage cannot continue beyond that milestone.
ORM Systems offers WS-C2960+48PST-L new sealed or certified refurbished, with 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 Enhanced Limited Lifetime warranty has ownership and end-of-life conditions; Cisco support ends October 31, 2026.
LAN Base is the hardware-bound, perpetual feature set on WS-C2960+48PST-L, rather than a term-based network license. The purchased model determines its feature level; LAN Lite hardware cannot be upgraded to LAN Base. Specify the required feature set before ordering a replacement unit for an existing installation.
WS-C2960+48PST-L replaces WS-C2960-48PST-L, whose end-of-sale date was October 31, 2014. Both configurations provide 48 Fast Ethernet PoE access ports with two copper Gigabit uplinks and two SFP slots. Preserve the exact plus sign when specifying the replacement, and review saved configurations before commissioning the purchased hardware.
WS-C2960+48PST-L provides a shared 370W PoE budget across 48 powered access ports, with a maximum of 15.4W per port. The full-power allocation supports 24 ports at 15.4W; lower-draw devices permit allocation across more ports. Size the simultaneous endpoint demand rather than treating all 48 ports as unrestricted full-power outputs.
The Catalyst 2960-Plus 48PST-L has two 1G SFP uplinks and two 1G copper uplinks built into the chassis. Those four interfaces are independent, allowing copper and fiber connections without shared combo-port restrictions. Fiber orders require compatible SFPs matched to cable type and link distance; removable uplink cards are not required.
WS-C2960+48PST-L supports external backup through PWR-RPS2300 alongside its internal AC supply, not a second internal PSU. PWR-RPS2300 connects through the DC input receptacle and ships without a power supply. C3K-PWR-750WAC= is an AC supply option for PWR-RPS2300; CAB-RPS2300= is the compatible connection cable.
Static IPv4 routing on SVIs is available with LAN Base on WS-C2960+48PST-L, but dynamic routing protocols are not supported. Enabling routing requires the lanbase-routing SDM template and a reload before applying the intended static routes. Confirm the selected template and saved configuration when staging the purchased hardware.
WS-C2960+48PST-L supplies PoE to connected endpoints, whereas WS-C2960+48TC-L provides data-only access. Both models are discontinued. The powered model fits existing installations with compatible PoE devices; the non-PoE model fits like-for-like data-only replacements where endpoint power comes from another source rather than the access switch.
WS-C2960+48PST-L runs LAN Base with 255 active VLANs, whereas WS-C2960+48PST-S runs LAN Lite with 64 active VLANs. Both models are discontinued, and LAN Lite hardware cannot be upgraded to LAN Base. Existing installations needing the larger VLAN allocation require the -L model; basic configurations may retain the -S feature level.
C1300-48P-4G offers 48 Gigabit Ethernet access ports, whereas WS-C2960+48PST-L has 48 Fast Ethernet access ports. C1300-48P-4G is the current successor after the discontinued C1000-48P-4G-L. Retaining the legacy model addresses existing 100 Mbps configurations; the current successor suits purchases requiring Gigabit connections at the access ports.
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