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Compact 8-port PoE switch with dual uplinks, ideal for small offices.
WS-C2960C-8PC-L
Catalyst 2960C Switch 8 FE PoE, 2 x Dual Uplink, Lan Base
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WS-C2960C-8PC-L Overview
WS-C2960C-8PC-L is a compact, fixed-configuration Layer 2 switch engineered with a robust architecture that delivers high-performance switching for enterprise edge and branch office environments. Designed with an integrated AC power supply and a desktop form factor, it provides eight 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports with POE support and two Gigabit SFP uplink ports, ensuring versatile connectivity and reliable power delivery for critical network devices.
WS-C2960C-8PC-L offers efficient, low-latency packet forwarding combined with energy‑efficient performance and simplified management through its IOS LAN Lite feature set. Although it does not support physical stacking, its intelligent port configuration and scalability make it ideal for deployments where standalone performance and flexible integration with higher‑capacity aggregation layers are paramount.
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WS-C2960C-8PC-L Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- SFP Ports
- 2 SFP Ports
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- POE Support
- POE
- Memory
- 128 MB
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- Under 12 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 8 Ports
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Form Factor
- Desktop
- Switching Capacity
- 32 Gbps
- Power Consumption
- 50 W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C2960C-8PC-L
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 8 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 2 Gigabit SFP uplink ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 2960C 8-Port PoE Switch, LAN Lite
- Width
- 11.3 inches
- Depth
- 7.7 inches
- Weight
- 7.1 lbs
WS-C2960C-8PC-L Use Case
IP Surveillance Deployment with WS-C2960C-8PC-L Catalyst 2960C Switch 8 FE PoE, 2 x Dual Uplink, LAN Base
In a regional retail chain, the WS-C2960C-8PC-L Catalyst 2960C Switch 8 FE PoE, 2 x Dual Uplink, LAN Base powers eight HD IP cameras over PoE and uses dual 1 Gbps uplinks for redundant connectivity to the central monitoring system. This setup ensures uninterrupted video streaming, centralizes loss‐prevention analytics, reduces cabling and installation costs by 30%, and elevates store security with real-time alerts.
Voice and Wireless Integration in Small Office Branches
A small office branch leverages the WS-C2960C-8PC-L Catalyst 2960C Switch 8 FE PoE, 2 x Dual Uplink, LAN Base to power IP phones, wireless APs, and desktop endpoints over eight PoE ports. Dual uplinks connect to the corporate WAN with automatic failover, enforcing QoS for voice traffic. The result is 99.9% VoIP uptime, accelerated device provisioning, and a 40% reduction in network management overhead.
Factory‐Floor IoT Edge Aggregation with Catalyst 2960C
In a smart manufacturing plant, the WS-C2960C-8PC-L Catalyst 2960C Switch 8 FE PoE, 2 x Dual Uplink, LAN Base aggregates IoT sensors, PLCs, and wireless bridges with PoE support, while dual uplinks feed data to the control center. This edge orchestration delivers real-time equipment monitoring, predictive maintenance insights, and a 25% drop in unplanned downtime by consolidating power and connectivity on a single, secure switch.
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Product Comparison Table
 WS-C2960C-8PC-L |  WS-C2960C-8TC-S |  WS-C2960C-12PC-L |  WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L |  WS-C2960C-8TC-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 7.7 inches | 9.1 inches | 11 inches | 7.8 inches | 7.28 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 32 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 128 MB |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop / Rack-mount | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.7 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960C-8PC-L | WS-C2960C-8TC-S | WS-C2960C-12PC-L | WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L | WS-C2960C-8TC-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 128 MB | 64 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 8 Ports | 8 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 8 Ports | 8 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | Under 12 Ports | Under 12 Ports | 12–24 Ports | Under 12 Ports | 8 Ports |
| POE Support | POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 8 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 2 Gigabit SFP uplink ports | 8 combo Ethernet ports supporting 10/100/1000 connectivity | 12 PoE ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 8 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 50 W | 30 W | 38 W | 33W | 33 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 2960C 8-Port PoE Switch, LAN Lite | Cisco Catalyst 2960C-8TC-S Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960C-12PC-L | Cisco Catalyst 2960CPD-8TT-L | Cisco Catalyst 2960C-8TC-L |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | N/A |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | No | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 2 SFP Ports | Combo | 4 SFP Ports | N/A | Combo |
| Switching Capacity | 32 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 32 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | 128 Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 7.1 lbs | 7 lbs | 10 lbs | 3.0 lbs | 6.6 lbs |
| Width | 11.3 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 8.6 inches | 8.67 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
F
Finnegan Price
4
Easy to configure and reliable for small-scale deployments.
G
Gareth Flynn
5
Cisco quality ensures consistent operation and minimal downtime.
H
Harrison Cole
3
Stable and professional-grade switch for PoE devices.
I
Isaias Burton
4
Reliable switch for edge connectivity and IP device support.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 2960C 8 FE PoE Switch (SKU WS-C2960C-8PC-L)?
The Catalyst 2960C 8 FE PoE Switch (WS-C2960C-8PC-L) is a compact Layer 2+ device offering eight 10/100 Mbps PoE ports, two dual-purpose uplinks, and Cisco LAN Base software for secure, efficient access.
What port and uplink configuration does the WS-C2960C-8PC-L offer?
It features eight 10/100 Mbps PoE ports plus two dual-purpose uplink ports that support 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 or SFP fiber modules for flexible connectivity.
What is the total PoE power budget on this model?
The switch delivers up to 124 W of total PoE power, supporting up to eight IEEE 802.3af devices simultaneously at 15.4 W per port.
Which PoE standard does the Catalyst 2960C 8FE PoE support?
It supports the IEEE 802.3af PoE standard, ensuring compatibility with IP phones, wireless access points, cameras, and other powered devices.