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WS-C2960C-8TC-S
Catalyst 2960C Switch 8 FE, 2 x Dual Uplink, Lan Lite
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WS-C2960C-8TC-S Overview
WS-C2960C-8TC-S is a compact, fixed-configuration switch built on a robust architecture designed for small to medium-sized networks. It supports versatile power options via a standard AC power supply and offers 8 combo Ethernet ports that deliver 10/100/1000 connectivity, providing reliable performance in diverse use cases ranging from basic connectivity to optimized branch-office deployments.
Engineered for scalability and high performance, this switch combines a dependable LAN Lite IOS with efficient switching capacity, making it ideal for enterprises seeking cost-effective network access solutions. Although it does not support stacking, its desktop and rack-mount form factors and thoughtfully designed port configurations ensure seamless integration in varied networking environments.
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WS-C2960C-8TC-S Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- POE Support
- Non POE
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- Width
- 17.3 inches
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Form Factor
- Desktop / Rack-mount
- Flash Memory
- 32 MB
- Weight
- 7 lbs
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- Under 12 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 8 Ports
- SFP Ports
- Combo
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 32 Gbps
- Power Consumption
- 30 W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C2960C-8TC-S
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 8 combo Ethernet ports supporting 10/100/1000 connectivity
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 2960C-8TC-S Switch
- Depth
- 9.1 inches
WS-C2960C-8TC-S Use Case
Enterprise Branch Office Connectivity with Redundant Uplinks
In a remote branch office with 12–15 workstations and a WAN router, IT deploys the WS-C2960C-8TC-S Catalyst 2960C Switch (8 Fast Ethernet ports, 2 dual-personality uplink slots, LAN Lite). Dual 1G copper/SFP uplinks connect to diverse distribution switches, enabling sub-second STP convergence and EtherChannel load balancing. Benefits: 99.99% network uptime, streamlined failover, and cost-effective LAN deployment optimized for Cisco Prime management.
Retail Store VLAN-Based POS and Security Camera Segmentation
A retail outlet integrates point-of-sale terminals and IP surveillance cameras on a single switch. The WS-C2960C-8TC-S delivers eight 10/100 ports for POS devices and cameras, plus two dual-uplink modules for resilient connections to the core network. With VLAN segmentation (VLAN 10 for POS, VLAN 20 for cameras) and basic ACLs in LAN Lite, the store achieves PCI compliance, isolates traffic to improve security, and ensures high-performance video streaming.
Education Campus Meeting Room and Wireless AP Aggregation
A university installs the WS-C2960C-8TC-S in a seminar building to aggregate wired endpoints and AP uplinks. Eight Fast Ethernet ports serve presentation laptops and VoIP phones, while dual uplinks (copper or fiber) connect to the central distribution switch and wireless controller. LLDP-enabled discovery simplifies AP provisioning; VLAN segmentation separates faculty and guest Wi-Fi. Outcome: rapid deployment, centralized VLAN management, and enhanced classroom connectivity.
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Product Comparison Table
 WS-C2960C-8TC-S |  WS-C2960C-8PC-L |  WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L |  WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L |  WS-C2960C-12PC-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 9.1 inches | 7.7 inches | 7.8 inches | 9.6 inches | 11 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 32 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB | 32 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Desktop / Rack-mount | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.7 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 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 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960C-8TC-S | WS-C2960C-8PC-L | WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L | WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L | WS-C2960C-12PC-L |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 64 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 8 Ports | 8 Ports | 8 Ports | 8 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | Under 12 Ports | Under 12 Ports | Under 12 Ports | Under 12 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 8 combo Ethernet ports supporting 10/100/1000 connectivity | 8 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 2 Gigabit SFP uplink ports | 8 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports | 8 PoE-enabled 10/100 Ethernet ports and 2 combo uplink ports | 12 PoE ports and 4 SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 30 W | 50 W | 33W | 29.55 W | 38 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 2960C-8TC-S Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960C 8-Port PoE Switch, LAN Lite | Cisco Catalyst 2960CPD-8TT-L | Cisco Catalyst 2960CPD-8PT-L | Cisco Catalyst 2960C-12PC-L |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | No | No | No |
| SFP Ports | Combo | 2 SFP Ports | N/A | Combo | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 32 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 16 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | 128 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 7 lbs | 7.1 lbs | 3.0 lbs | 8.6 lbs | 10 lbs |
| Width | 17.3 inches | 11.3 inches | 8.6 inches | 17.24 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
D
Dahlia Grant
4
Easy to deploy and maintain for SMB environments.
E
Eamon Hayes
5
Professional Cisco switch with low latency and consistent operation.
F
Fiona Burke
3
Handles small office LAN efficiently with minimal downtime.
G
Gideon Barrett
4
Reliable and predictable switch for edge networking.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 2960C-8TC-S switch?
The Cisco Catalyst 2960C-8TC-S is an 8-port 10/100 Fast Ethernet switch with two dual-purpose Gigabit uplink ports running the Cisco LAN Lite image, designed for small office and branch deployments.
How many Fast Ethernet and uplink ports does the WS-C2960C-8TC-S provide?
The WS-C2960C-8TC-S features eight 10/100 Mbps Fast Ethernet ports and two dual-purpose 10/100/1000 Mbps uplink ports for flexible copper or fiber connections.
Does the Catalyst 2960C-8TC-S support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No, the Catalyst 2960C-8TC-S is a non-PoE switch and does not provide power to connected devices over Ethernet.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the 2960C-8TC-S?
The switch delivers up to 16 Gbps of switching capacity and supports a packet forwarding rate of up to 11.9 Mpps for wire-speed performance.