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WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L
Catalyst 2960C PD PSE Switch 8 FE PoE, 2 x 1G, PoE+ LAN Base
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WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L Overview
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L is a high-performance Layer 2 switch designed for secure, reliable connectivity at the network edge. Built with an energy‐efficient architecture and versatile AC power supply, this switch delivers integrated PoE+ support to power connected devices while ensuring robust performance in busy environments.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L features 8 PoE-enabled 10/100 Ethernet ports supplemented by 2 combo uplink ports for flexible network integration. Ideal for small to medium businesses and branch office deployments, its compact desktop form factor, solid switching capacity, and streamlined management deliver a scalable solution tailored to mission-critical connectivity needs.
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WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Manageable
- Managed
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- POE Support
- POE+
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100
- Memory
- 128 MB
- Interface Ports
- 10/100
- Flash Memory
- 32 MB
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- Under 12 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 8 Ports
- SFP Ports
- Combo
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Form Factor
- Desktop
- Weight
- 8.6 lbs
- Power Consumption
- 29.55 W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 8 PoE-enabled 10/100 Ethernet ports and 2 combo uplink ports
- Switching Capacity
- 16 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 2960CPD-8PT-L
- Width
- 17.24 inches
- Depth
- 9.6 inches
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L Use Case
Branch Office VoIP Rollout with PoE-Enabled 8-Port Catalyst 2960C
In a multi-site enterprise branch office deploying IP telephony, the WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L provides eight Fast Ethernet PoE+ ports and two Gigabit uplinks to power and connect Cisco IP phones with zero-touch configuration. Benefit: Centralized PoE power delivery and LAN Base management simplify cabling, guarantee QoS for voice traffic, and reduce deployment time by up to 40%.
Retail Store Surveillance and Access Control Integration
A retail chain implements high-definition IP cameras and door-access readers across multiple storefronts, using the Catalyst 2960C PD PSE switch to supply PoE+ power and Gigabit connectivity to edge devices. Benefit: Consolidated network and power infrastructure ensures 24/7 video recording, lowers hardware footprint, and streamlines remote monitoring with secure uplinks to the central NVR.
Campus-Grade Wireless Expansion Using PoE+ LAN Base Switch
In an educational campus network upgrade, IT teams deploy the WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L to power and backhaul high-performance wireless access points in lecture halls and common areas. Benefit: Flexible AP placement, real-time PoE power budgeting, and resilient Gigabit uplinks deliver consistent Wi-Fi coverage, reduce network downtime, and support up to 30% higher client density.
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Product Comparison Table
 WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L |  WS-C2960C-8PC-L |  WS-C2960C-8TC-S |  WS-C2960C-12PC-L |  WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 9.6 inches | 7.7 inches | 9.1 inches | 11 inches | 7.8 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 32 MB | 64 MB | 32 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop / Rack-mount | Desktop | Desktop |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.7 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite |
| Interface Ports | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 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-C2960CPD-8PT-L | WS-C2960C-8PC-L | WS-C2960C-8TC-S | WS-C2960C-12PC-L | WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 128 MB | 128 MB | 64 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 8 Ports | 8 Ports | 8 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 8 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | Under 12 Ports | Under 12 Ports | Under 12 Ports | 12–24 Ports | Under 12 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 8 PoE-enabled 10/100 Ethernet ports and 2 combo uplink ports | 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 |
| Power Consumption | 29.55 W | 50 W | 30 W | 38 W | 33W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 2960CPD-8PT-L | 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 |
| 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 | Combo | 4 SFP Ports | N/A |
| Switching Capacity | 16 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 32 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 32 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | N/A | 128 Gbps | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 8.6 lbs | 7.1 lbs | 7 lbs | 10 lbs | 3.0 lbs |
| Width | 17.24 inches | 11.3 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 8.6 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
P
Percival Hayes
4
Professional Cisco switch, easy to deploy and manage.
Q
Quentin Barrett
5
Reliable for small office environments with multiple IP devices.
R
Ronan Foster
3
Stable operation and predictable connectivity under PoE load.
S
Sterling Lang
4
Handles edge networking efficiently with low maintenance.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L switch?
The WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L is a Cisco Catalyst 2960C PD PSE switch featuring 8 Fast Ethernet PoE+ ports, 2 x 1G uplinks and LAN Base software for Layer 2 deployments.
How many PoE ports and what power budget does the WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L provide?
This switch delivers eight 10/100 PoE+ ports with a total power budget of 67 W, enabling support for IP phones, wireless access points and surveillance cameras.
What uplink options are available on the WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L?
It includes two fixed 1 G SFP uplink ports, offering flexible fiber or copper connectivity to the network core or aggregation switches.
Does the WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L support Cisco LAN Base features?
Yes. The LAN Base image provides advanced Layer 2 features such as VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol, QoS, rate limiting and ACLs for secure, reliable access.