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WS-C2960C-8TC-L
Cisco WS-C2960C-8TC-L Catalyst 2960-C 8-Port Fast Ethernet D...
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WS-C2960C-8TC-L is a fanless, managed Layer 2 desktop switch with eight 10/100 Fast Ethernet access ports and two fixed Gigabit dual-purpose uplinks. Each uplink offers a copper RJ-45 connection or an SFP connection, allowing copper or fiber upstream cabling without a removable network module. The access ports do not supply PoE, so connected terminals, printers, and other endpoints require independent power. Within the Catalyst 2960-C family, the included LAN Base image provides the network feature set for extending enterprise access beyond the wiring closet. Voice VLAN support on the Cisco compact switch keeps telephone traffic separate for administration and troubleshooting. WS-C2960C-8PC-L adds endpoint PoE to the corresponding Fast Ethernet configuration; both models are discontinued.
WS-C2960C-8TC-L price for new stock is $1,327.54, a 50% saving from the Cisco list price of $2,655.08. WS-C2960C-8TC-L refurb price is $141.75. WS-C2960C-8TC-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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10 Gbps forwarding bandwidth provides the internal packet path for traffic passing between interfaces. 4.2 Mpps forwarding at 64-byte packets gives the packet-processing rate for this configuration. WS-C2960C-8TC-L carries 128 MB of DRAM and 64 MB of flash for operating and storing its software image. LACP creates aggregated Ethernet links, while UDLD can detect and disable unidirectional fiber links. Port-based ACLs apply access policy at interfaces; DHCP Snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and IP Source Guard address spoofed network traffic. TACACS+ and RADIUS centralize administrative authentication, and Private VLAN Edge isolates traffic between switch ports. MACsec encryption is not available on this model. An internal autoranging supply accepts 100-240V AC, allowing operation across regional AC input voltages without an external adapter. 11W power consumption at full measured throughput provides an electrical-load figure for sizing the switch's AC power provision.
ORM Systems supplies WS-C2960C-8TC-L new sealed or certified refurbished, with up to a 3-year extended warranty on new units and up to a 1-year warranty on certified refurbished units; every condition includes 30-day returns, with terms applying. Refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for power-on and POST, every port linking at its rated speed, clean boot, optics bay recognition, and internal PSU status; firmware is verified and configurations are wiped to factory default. Specify condition, quantity, and required mounting hardware on the purchase order before ordering this switch. Enterprise and volume orders can use accepted POs, Net-30 for government, and RMA with advance replacement across UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
License Tier | LAN Base |
Port Configuration | 8 x 10/100, 2 x 1G combo uplinks |
Cooling | Fanless |
Replaces | WS-C2960-8TC-L; end of sale July 29, 2013 |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended October 31, 2025 |
Replacement PID | C9200CX-12T-2X2G-E |
In a multi-tenant branch office environment, IT teams deploy the WS-C2960C-8TC-L Catalyst 2960C Switch (8 FE, 2 x Dual Uplink, LAN Base) to aggregate desktop workstations and IP phones, enforce VLAN-based traffic segmentation, and apply QoS for voice prioritization. Benefit: enhanced call clarity, isolated broadcast domains, and simplified network expansion at a predictable cost.
In a medium-sized retail outlet, IT deploys the WS-C2960C-8TC-L Catalyst 2960C Switch to connect point-of-sale terminals, digital signage, and IP surveillance cameras over its 8 Fast Ethernet ports with VLAN segmentation and dual-uplink redundancy. Benefit: streamlined device management, real-time video monitoring, and 99.9% network availability for superior customer service and loss prevention.
In corporate conference rooms and educational classrooms, network teams use the WS-C2960C-8TC-L Switch to power and segment wireless access points, video-conferencing systems, and IoT devices, while leveraging ACLs, QoS policies, and dual uplinks for load balancing and secure guest access. Benefit: prioritized multimedia traffic, centralized configuration, and accelerated deployment that boosts productivity and learning outcomes.
When a multisite rollout carries a common segmentation template, the LAN Base software supports 255 VLANs and VLAN IDs reaching 4000. Reusing a configuration still requires checking how many VLANs are active at each site. Specify the included software tier against the template's requirements before the purchase order.
When a branch rollout places compact switches inside equipment racks rather than on furniture, optional RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= brackets provide a 19-inch mounting arrangement. Mounting hardware needs to match the intended installation before the equipment arrives. Specify RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= on the purchase order when rack installation is required.
When a staging build requires encrypted administrator access before equipment is dispatched, SSH and cryptographic SNMPv3 depend on the cryptographic software image. Account for that requirement in the configuration plan rather than treating network connectivity as proof of secure management readiness. Confirm the required image before the purchase order.
More than eight access connections
WS-C2960C-8TC-L has eight access ports. C9200CX-12T-2X2G-E is the current migration model with 12 data-only ports, so a refresh also changes the endpoint density.
PoE power for connected endpoints
WS-C2960C-8TC-L supplies no endpoint power. C9200CX-8P-2X2G-E provides eight PoE+ ports with a 240W budget for buyers replacing data-only connections with powered access.
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| WS-C2960C-8TC-L |  WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L |  WS-C2960C-8PC-L |  WS-C2960C-12PC-L |  WS-C2960C-8TC-S | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 213 mm | 172 mm | 238 mm | 238 mm | 213 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet | Fast Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop |
| Height | 44.4 mm | 44.4 mm | 44.4 mm | 44.4 mm | 44.4 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960C-8TC-L | WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L | WS-C2960C-8PC-L | WS-C2960C-12PC-L | WS-C2960C-8TC-S |
| Memory | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Power Consumption | 11W | 43W at full throughput with maximum PoE load | 157W | 158W | 11W |
| Weight | 1.27 kg | 1.08 kg | 1.86 kg. | 1.86 kg. | 1.27 kg |
| Width | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm |
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WS-C2960C identifies the Catalyst 2960-C compact family, 8 identifies eight Fast Ethernet access ports, TC corresponds to data-only connections with two dual-purpose uplinks, and L indicates LAN Base. The uplinks provide Gigabit copper or SFP connectivity, whereas the access connections remain Fast Ethernet.
Catalyst 2960-C switches are managed through the Cisco IOS CLI using RS-232 or Mini USB console connections, SSH, or Telnet, plus SNMP, Cisco Network Assistant, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. SSH and encrypted SNMPv3 require a cryptographic software image. Local console access provides a configuration path before remote management is established.
WS-C2960C-8TC-L reached end of sale on October 30, 2020, and Cisco service and warranty support ended on October 31, 2025. Its WS-C2960CX-8TC-L replacement is also discontinued. The current forward migration is C9200CX-12T-2X2G-E, which changes the configuration to 12 data-only ports with the Essentials tier.
ORM Systems offers WS-C2960C-8TC-L 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 original Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty ended with Cisco support on October 31, 2025. Refurbished managed units are firmware verified and factory-default wiped.
Cisco WS-C2960C-8TC-L comes with the LAN Base software image, and the compact switch's software tier cannot be upgraded. LAN Base supplies the Layer 2 feature set for this configuration. Select the hardware against the required feature set rather than planning a later conversion to IP Base.
WS-C2960C-8TC-L replaces WS-C2960-8TC-L, which reached end of sale on July 29, 2013. Both configurations use eight Fast Ethernet access connections and LAN Base, but the compact replacement provides two dual-purpose uplinks instead of one. The replacement itself has also passed Cisco's last date of support.
WS-C2960C-8TC-L provides two Gigabit dual-purpose uplinks, each using either an RJ-45 connection or an SFP connection. Copper and fiber connectors within the same uplink are not additional independent ports. Fiber connections require compatible transceivers matched to the link. The uplinks are fixed rather than supplied by a removable network module.
No, WS-C2960C-8TC-L uses an internal AC power supply with 100-240V input rather than drawing power from an upstream PoE switch. The supplied AC power cord connects the rear power connector to an outlet. Specify an AC-powered installation location instead of treating either uplink as a power source.
Catalyst 2960-C switches can be installed in a 19-inch rack using optional RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= brackets. WS-C2960C-8TC-L remains a compact desktop chassis measuring 269 mm wide, rather than a full-width rack chassis. Include RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= when the installation requires rack mounting instead of desktop placement.
WS-C2960C-8PC-L supplies PoE to eight access ports with a 124W budget, while WS-C2960C-8TC-L provides data-only connections. Both models are discontinued and Cisco support has ended. The data-only model suits independently powered endpoints; the PoE model suits existing installations that must maintain powered Fast Ethernet connections.
WS-C2960C-8TC-L includes LAN Base with 255 VLANs, whereas WS-C2960C-8TC-S includes LAN Lite with 64 VLANs. Both models are discontinued, and the compact software tiers cannot be upgraded. LAN Base fits an existing segmentation plan needing more VLANs; LAN Lite fits an existing deployment staying within its lower limit.
C9200CX-12T-2X2G-E provides 12 data-only access ports, compared with eight on WS-C2960C-8TC-L. The newer model is the current migration reached through discontinued WS-C2960CX-8TC-L. The older model addresses exact-part sparing, while the current replacement addresses a refresh requiring more data-only connections rather than preserving the original endpoint density.
WS-C2960C-8TC-L forwards 4.2 million packets per second with 64-byte packets and has 10 Gbps forwarding bandwidth. Its eight access ports remain Fast Ethernet; the internal bandwidth figure does not turn them into Gigabit ports. The unit includes 128 MB of DRAM and 64 MB of flash for software operation and storage.
WS-C2960C-8TC-L measures 44.4 mm high, 269 mm wide, and 213 mm deep, weighs 1.27 kg, and operates from -5°C to 45°C. The minimum ambient temperature for a cold start is 0°C. Account for both the operating range and cold-start requirement when specifying an installation exposed to low temperatures.
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