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WS-C2960+48PST-L Overview

WS-C2960+48PST-L is a high-performance Cisco Catalyst switch engineered for seamless network integration and robust scalability. Designed with a fixed architecture, this rack-mount device features 48 PoE-enabled 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports alongside four dedicated 1G SFP uplink ports, ensuring reliable connectivity for IP phones, wireless access points, and surveillance systems in medium-sized enterprise and branch office environments.

WS-C2960+48PST-L offers flexible power options with an AC power supply and supports advanced stacking through Cisco FlexStack-Plus technology, delivering up to 80 Gbps of stacking throughput. With its LAN Lite operating system, efficient switching capacity of 128 Gbps, and an optimized port/expansion layout, this managed switch is ideally suited for networks seeking secure, scalable, and energy-efficient performance.

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WS-C2960+48PST-L Specifications

Product Type
Switch
Brand
Cisco
Power Source
AC Power Supply
Layer Supported
Layer 2
Form Factor
Rack-mount
Power Consumption
370W
Number of Ethernet Ports
24–48 Ports
Number of Downlink Ports
48 Ports
Manageable
Managed
Ethernet Technology
10/100/1000
Media Type Supported
Twisted Pair / Fiber
Redundant Power Supply Supported
No
Manufacturer Part Number
WS-C2960+48PST-L
Uplink Configuration
1G
IOS
LAN Lite
POE Support
POE+
SFP Ports
4 SFP Ports
Memory
64 MB
Rack Units
1 RU
Interface Ports
10/100/1000
Port/Expansion Slot Details
48 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports
Flash Memory
32 MB
Switching Capacity
128 Gbps
Switching Capacity with Stacking
80 Gbps
Product Name
Cisco Catalyst 2960+ 48 Port PoE Switch
Height
1.73 inches
Width
17.32 inches
Depth
15.71 inches
Weight
30.1 lbs

WS-C2960+48PST-L Use Case

Branch Office IP Telephony and Surveillance Consolidation

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.

Campus Wireless Access Edge Aggregation

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.

Retail Store PoS and IP Security Deployment

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%.

Product Comparison Table

Catalyst 2960 Plus 48 10/100 PoE + 2 1000BT +2 SFP LAN Base WS-C2960+48PST-LCatalyst 2960 Plus 24 10/100 (8 PoE) + 2 T/SFP LAN BaseWS-C2960+24LC-LCatalyst 2960 Plus 24 10/100 + 2T/SFP LAN Base WS-C2960+24TC-LCatalyst 2960 Plus 48 10/100 + 2 T/SFP LAN Base WS-C2960+48TC-LCatalyst 2960 Plus 24 10/100 (8 PoE) + 2 T/SFP LAN Lite WS-C2960+24LC-S
Depth15.71 inches11.5 inches11.6 inches11.5 inches11 inches
Ethernet Technology10/100/100010/10010/10010/10010/100
Flash Memory32 MB32 MB32 MB32 MB32 MB
Form FactorRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-mountRack-mount
Height1.73 inches1.73 inches1.73 inches1.75 inches1.73 inches
IOSLAN LiteLAN LiteLAN BaseLAN LiteLAN Lite
Interface Ports10/100/100010/10010/10010/10010/100
Layer SupportedLayer 2Layer 2Layer 2Layer 2Layer 2
ManageableManagedManagedManagedManagedManaged
Manufacturer Part NumberWS-C2960+48PST-LWS-C2960+24LC-LWS-C2960+24TC-LWS-C2960+48TC-LWS-C2960+24LC-S
Media Type SupportedTwisted Pair / FiberTwisted PairTwisted PairTwisted PairTwisted Pair
Memory64 MB64 MB64 MB128 MB128 MB
Number of Downlink Ports48 Ports24 Ports24 Ports48 Ports24 Ports
Number of Ethernet Ports24–48 Ports12–24 Ports12–24 Ports24–48 Ports12–24 Ports
POE SupportPOE+Non POENon POENon POENon POE
Port/Expansion Slot Details48 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports24 fixed 10/100 Ethernet ports, 2 SFP uplink ports24 10/100 Ethernet ports with 2 combo uplink ports48 10/100 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports24 fixed 10/100 Ethernet ports with 2 dual-purpose uplink ports
Power Consumption370W50 W55W60W60W
Power SourceAC Power SupplyAC Power SupplyAC Power SupplyAC Power SupplyAC Power Supply
Product NameCisco Catalyst 2960+ 48 Port PoE SwitchCisco Catalyst 2960+ 24-Port 10/100 Ethernet Switch, LAN LiteCisco Catalyst 2960 Plus 24 Port 10/100 with 2 Combo Uplink PortsCisco Catalyst 2960+ 48TC-LCisco Catalyst 2960+ 24-Port LC Switch
Product TypeSwitchSwitchSwitchSwitchSwitch
Rack Units1 RU1 RU1 RU1 RU1 RU
Redundant Power Supply SupportedNoNoNoNoNo
SFP Ports4 SFP Ports4 SFP PortsCombo4 SFP PortsCombo
Switching Capacity128 Gbps32 Gbps28 Gbps32 Gbps32 Gbps
Uplink Configuration1G1G1G1G1G
Weight30.1 lbs12.5 lbs14 lbs31 lbs13.8 lbs
Width17.32 inches17.5 inches17.5 inches17.5 inches17.3 inches

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Reviews & Ratings

V
Victor Mansfield
4

Reliable 48-port PoE switch with stable performance for enterprise networks.

E
Elena Thornton
4

Handles multiple devices smoothly, PoE performance is excellent.

D
Derek Holloway
5

Consistent uptime and easy to manage in medium-sized deployments.

N
Natalie Briggs
5

Great option for high-density PoE environments, very dependable.

S
Simon Gallagher
4

Compact design with predictable performance for edge network deployments.

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco Catalyst 2960 Plus 48 10/100 PoE + 2 1000BT + 2 SFP LAN Base switch?

The Cisco Catalyst 2960 Plus (WS-C2960+48PST-L) is a fixed-access Layer 2 Ethernet switch offering 48 10/100 PoE ports, two 10/100/1000 uplinks, two SFP slots, and Cisco LAN Base software for secure, scalable edge connectivity.

How many PoE ports does the WS-C2960+48PST-L model support?

The WS-C2960+48PST-L supports 48 10/100 PoE ports, each capable of delivering up to 15.4 W per port for IP phones, wireless access points, and cameras.

What is the total PoE power budget?

The switch provides a maximum PoE power budget of 740 W, enabling you to power multiple PoE endpoints simultaneously.

What uplink connectivity options are available?

It features two 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 uplink ports and two SFP uplink slots for flexible fiber connectivity.

What is the switching capacity and forwarding performance?

The Catalyst 2960 Plus delivers a switching capacity of 21 Gbps and a forwarding rate up to 15.5 Mpps for wire-speed performance.

What features does the Cisco LAN Base image include?

Cisco LAN Base provides advanced Layer 2 switching, security features, QoS, basic IPv4/IPv6 static routing, and integrated management tools.

Does the switch support IPv6?

Yes, the Catalyst 2960 Plus supports IPv6 host and network management for modern network environments.

How can I configure and manage the switch?

You can manage the switch via Cisco IOS CLI, web-based GUI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure for centralized monitoring.

What are common use cases for the Catalyst 2960 Plus?

Ideal for small to medium enterprise deployments, branch offices, and wiring closets requiring PoE endpoints, basic segmentation, and secure access.

What are the physical dimensions and weight?

The unit measures 44.5 cm x 26 cm x 4.45 cm (W x D x H) and weighs approximately 4.3 kg, fitting standard 19-inch rack mounts.

What is the typical power consumption?

Typical power consumption is 125 W idle and up to 900 W under full PoE load, depending on powered devices.

Does the WS-C2960+48PST-L support switch stacking?

No, the Catalyst 2960 Plus series does not support Cisco FlexStack; each switch operates independently.

Which SFP modules are compatible?

It supports 100 Mbps SFP modules such as GLC-FE-100BX-U and GLC-FE-100EX for multimode and single-mode fiber uplinks.

What security features are included in the switch?

Security features include IEEE 802.1X port-based access control, DHCP snooping, dynamic ARP inspection, port security, and Secure Shell (SSH).

Does the switch support Quality of Service (QoS)?

Yes, it provides four hardware queues per port, traffic classification, marking, and queuing mechanisms for end-to-end traffic prioritization.

What warranty and support options are available?

Cisco offers a 1-year limited hardware warranty with optional SMARTnet support for 24×7 global access, advance replacement, and software updates.