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WS-C2960+48PST-S
Cisco WS-C2960+48PST-S Catalyst 2960-Plus 48-Port Fast Ether...
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WS-C2960+48PST-S is a managed Layer 2 access switch with 48 10/100Mbps PoE ports and four fixed Gigabit uplinks: two copper connections and two SFP cages. The separate uplink interfaces accommodate copper and fiber connections without sharing a combo port. Its full-width, 1U chassis belongs to the Catalyst 2960-Plus family, which serves branch offices, remote sites, retail locations, and conventional workspaces. LAN Lite supplies the basic switching feature set for this configuration. The discontinued WS-C2960+48PST-L carries LAN Base instead, distinguishing otherwise similar hardware by software functionality. This Fast Ethernet PoE access switch connects standards-compliant powered endpoints, including IP phones and wireless access points, where 100Mbps endpoint links meet the requirement.
WS-C2960+48PST-S price for new stock is $5,890.51, a 50% saving from the Cisco list price of $11,781.02. WS-C2960+48PST-S refurb price is $1,760.49. WS-C2960+48PST-S is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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16 Gbps forwarding bandwidth provides the switching fabric capacity, while 13.1 Mpps forwarding performance characterizes processing of 64-byte packets. 370W of shared PoE power must accommodate the combined allocation to connected endpoints. Four egress queues per port and strict priority queuing provide mechanisms for prioritizing selected traffic. WS-C2960+48PST-S has 128 MB of DRAM and 64 MB of flash memory for runtime operation and software storage. The LAN Lite configuration supports 64 active VLANs, so segmentation plans must remain within that limit. Browser-based device manager access handles individual configuration, while the Cisco IOS CLI provides console and Telnet administration. SNMP v1, v2c, and v3 support network-management integration. 483W input power consumption provides a facility-sizing figure that includes more than the endpoint power allocation; electrical provisioning must not use the PoE budget alone. The fixed uplinks do not support 10G connections.
ORM Systems offers WS-C2960+48PST-S new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, rated-speed links on every port, clean boot, PoE output under load on every powered port, optics bay recognition, PSU status, and fan status, with firmware verified and configuration wiped to factory default. Specify the condition, quantity, and accessory requirements on the purchase order. New units carry up to a 3-year extended warranty, certified refurbished units carry up to a 1-year warranty, and every condition has 30-day returns; terms apply. Enterprise and volume orders can use PO acceptance, Net-30 for government, and RMA with advance replacement, with regional stock and RMA coverage in the UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS |
License Tier | LAN Lite |
Port Configuration | 48 x 100M PoE / 2 x 1G copper / 2 x 1G SFP |
PoE Budget | 370W shared |
Replaces | WS-C2960-48PST-S; end of sale October 31, 2014 |
Replacement PID | C1300-48P-4G |
In a distributed enterprise, the Catalyst 2960 Plus 48-port PoE switch powers 40+ IP phones and eight 802.11ac access points over a single network segment. With two Gigabit uplinks and two SFP slots, branch IT teams achieve nonstop voice and wireless connectivity, consolidated management, and reduced cabling. Outcome: streamlined deployment, guaranteed SLA-grade VoIP performance, and 30% lower infrastructure costs.
A mid-size retail chain leverages the WS-C2960+48PST-S to deliver 10/100 PoE to 24 point-of-sale terminals and 16 PoE IP cameras across a single rack. Dual 1 Gbps uplinks support real-time video analytics and inventory management traffic to headquarters. Outcome: enhanced loss prevention, simplified branch roll-outs, and a 40% reduction in network downtime.
A university deploys Catalyst 2960 Plus switches in multiple academic buildings to power VoIP handsets, enterprise Wi-Fi APs, and environmental sensors via PoE. The LAN Lite feature set provides secure VLAN segmentation and QoS prioritization for voice and video. Outcome: scalable edge fabric, improved classroom audio-visual quality, and centralized policy enforcement with minimal IT overhead.
When a purchase adds powered phones or access points to an existing branch network, each endpoint must fit the 15.4W per-port ceiling. Port power can be configured as Auto or Never. Review endpoint requirements and identify ports that must provide power before specifying the configuration on the PO.
When equipment must be configured before shipment to a remote location, local console access provides a staging path independent of the production network. CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 is the console cable accessory for this family. Confirm the staging workstation connection and include CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 on the PO when a spare cable is required.
When a branch rollout includes existing equipment racks, mounting hardware needs its own purchase-order check rather than an assumption based on chassis size. RCKMNT-1RU= is the spare rack-mount kit for this family. Confirm the required mounting hardware and specify RCKMNT-1RU= where a spare kit is needed before issuing the PO.
Gigabit connectivity to every endpoint
The access ports stop at 100Mbps. C1300-48P-4G is the current migration endpoint with 48 Gigabit access ports, rather than another Fast Ethernet replacement.
30W power for individual endpoints
Each powered port supplies a maximum of 15.4W. Endpoints requiring 30W from their switch connection exceed this model's per-port power capability.
More than 64 active VLANs
LAN Lite permits 64 active VLANs, and this hardware cannot be upgraded to LAN Base. A segmentation plan exceeding that limit requires different hardware.
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| WS-C2960+48PST-S |  WS-C2960+48TC-S |  WS-C2960+24PC-L |  WS-C2960+24TC-L |  WS-C2960+48PST-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 332 mm | 11.8 inches | 332 mm | 242 mm | 332 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet | 10/100 | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 32 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-mount | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 44 mm | 1.73 inches | 44 mm | 44 mm | 44 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960+48PST-S | WS-C2960+48TC-S | WS-C2960+24PC-L | WS-C2960+24TC-L | WS-C2960+48PST-L |
| Memory | 128 MB | 64 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Power Consumption | 483W | 75 W | 35.6W measured at 100% traffic | 30W | 51.4W (100% traffic measurement) |
| SFP Ports | 2 x 1GbE | 4 SFP Ports | 2 x 1GbE (Combo, shared with RJ-45) | 2 x 1GbE (Combo, shared with RJ-45) | 2 x 1GbE |
| Switching Capacity | 16 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 16 Gbps | 16 Gbps | 16 Gbps |
| Weight | 5.4 kg | 15 lbs | 5.4 kg | 3.6 kg | 5.4 kg |
| Width | 450 mm | 17.51 inches | 450 mm | 450 mm | 450 mm |
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WS-C2960+48PST-S identifies a Catalyst 2960-Plus switch: WS-C2960+ names the family, 48 denotes 48 Fast Ethernet access ports, PST identifies the PoE configuration with two SFP and two copper Gigabit uplinks, and S specifies LAN Lite. The complete part number distinguishes the hardware configuration and included software feature set.
WS-C2960+48PST-S supports browser-based device manager access, Cisco IOS CLI through console or Telnet, Cisco Network Assistant, CiscoView, SNMP management, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, and Cisco Configuration Engine. These paths cover individual configuration and centralized administration. Local console access remains available when a production-network management connection has not yet been established.
WS-C2960+48PST-S reached end of sale on October 31, 2021, and its last date of support is October 31, 2026. Software maintenance ended on October 31, 2022. Vulnerability and security support also ends on October 31, 2026, so purchases must account for the remaining Cisco support window.
ORM Systems offers WS-C2960+48PST-S new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty, or certified refurbished with up to a 1-year warranty. Both conditions have 30-day returns; terms apply. Cisco's separate Enhanced Limited Lifetime hardware warranty covers the original end user, with Cisco service ending October 31, 2026.
No, WS-C2960+48PST-S cannot be upgraded from LAN Lite to LAN Base. The software feature level is tied to the switch model rather than an upgradeable license selection. Purchase planning must therefore settle the required functionality before ordering; a later software change cannot convert this configuration into the LAN Base variant.
WS-C2960+48PST-S replaces WS-C2960-48PST-S, which reached end of sale on October 31, 2014. The older model and its replacement share a 48-port Fast Ethernet PoE configuration with copper and SFP Gigabit uplinks and LAN Lite. Both are discontinued, so this relationship identifies a historical replacement rather than a current migration recommendation.
WS-C2960+48PST-S provides a shared 370W PoE budget across 48 powered access ports, with a 15.4W maximum per port. The budget supports 24 ports at that maximum allocation, not all 48 simultaneously. Lower-power endpoints can spread the available allocation across more ports, so endpoint totals must be checked before purchase.
The Catalyst 2960-Plus 48-port PoE configuration has four fixed Gigabit uplinks: two 1000BASE-T copper ports and two SFP ports. These are separate interfaces rather than shared combo connections. The uplink architecture has no removable network-card bay, so fiber deployments require compatible transceivers for the existing SFP cages.
WS-C2960+48PST-S uses an internal autoranging 100-240V AC power supply and has a 483W input power-consumption figure. The chassis does not provide a second internal power-supply bay. Facility power planning must consider switch input consumption separately from the 370W allocation available to connected PoE endpoints.
Yes, the Catalyst 2960-Plus 48-port PoE switch uses a full-width, 1U rack-mount chassis measuring 44 mm high, 450 mm wide, and 332 mm deep, with a 5.4 kg weight. RCKMNT-1RU= is the spare mounting kit. Confirm rack space and mounting-hardware requirements when preparing the order.
WS-C2960+48PST-S provides PoE for connected endpoints, whereas WS-C2960+48TC-S is non-PoE. Both configurations use LAN Lite and have 48 Fast Ethernet access ports. Both are discontinued. The powered configuration fits endpoints receiving power through Ethernet; the non-PoE configuration addresses endpoints that obtain their power independently.
WS-C2960+48PST-S includes LAN Lite with 64 active VLANs, while WS-C2960+48PST-L includes LAN Base with 255 active VLANs. Both are discontinued, and the LAN Lite model cannot be converted into LAN Base. LAN Lite addresses basic segmentation requirements; LAN Base serves configurations requiring the higher active-VLAN allowance.
WS-C2960+48PST-S has 100Mbps access ports, whereas C1300-48P-4G has Gigabit access ports. C1300-48P-4G is the current migration endpoint through the discontinued C1000-48P-4G-L replacement. The older configuration serves retained Fast Ethernet endpoints; the current model addresses purchases requiring Gigabit connectivity at the access ports rather than only on uplinks.
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