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WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L
Cisco WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L Catalyst 2960-C 8-Port Fast Ethernet...
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WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L brings fanless PoE pass-through to a managed Layer 2 desktop switch with eight 10/100Mbps PoE access ports and two fixed Gigabit copper uplinks. The uplinks receive power from upstream PoE equipment while the access ports deliver power to connected endpoints, allowing an installation without an internal AC supply. LAN Base runs on Cisco IOS and provides the switching feature set for phones, cameras, access points, and other Ethernet devices at an enterprise network edge. The Catalyst 2960-C fits locations where confined space and existing Ethernet cabling determine the equipment choice. Unlike the discontinued WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L, which has data-only access ports, this configuration can pass available input power to downstream devices. Cisco Catalyst compact switches serve constrained retail, classroom, and hospitality spaces; this model uses copper-only uplinks rather than fiber cages.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L price for new stock is $719.25, a 35.8% saving from the Cisco list price of $1,120.00. WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L refurb price is $213.15. WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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10 Gbps switching capacity provides the forwarding fabric for local access traffic, while 4.2 Mpps forwarding handles 64-byte packets. 30.8W maximum PoE budget requires Cisco UPOE input and is shared across powered endpoints rather than reserved separately for each port. 43W measured consumption at full throughput with maximum PoE loading belongs in the upstream power allocation. WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L uses 128 MB of DRAM and 64 MB of flash for its operating image and configuration. The default resource allocation accommodates 8000 MAC addresses and 255 VLANs, supporting separate endpoint groups within the local switching domain. LACP can aggregate Ethernet links; voice VLAN separates phone traffic, and IGMP snooping limits multicast delivery to interested receivers. Administrators can use the embedded web device manager or the CLI for configuration, with SSH requiring a cryptographic image. MACsec and static routing on SVIs are not supported, so routed boundaries remain outside the unit.
ORM offers WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty and certified refurbished with up to a 1-year warranty; both conditions include 30-day returns, with terms applying, while Cisco warranty service ended on October 31, 2025. Certified refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested, including PoE output under load on every powered port and power-up through a powered uplink; firmware is verified and configurations are wiped to factory default. Specify the required condition, quantity, and mounting accessories on the purchase order. For enterprise and volume orders, POs are accepted, government customers have Net-30 terms, and RMA includes advance replacement, with regional stock and RMA operations in the UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS |
License Tier | LAN Base |
Port Configuration | 8 x 100Mbps PoE / 2 x 1G copper uplinks |
Powered by PoE | PoE / PoE+ / Cisco UPOE through uplinks |
Lifecycle Status | Cisco support ended October 31, 2025 |
Replacement PID | C9200CX-8PT-2G-E / intermediate WS-C3560CX-8PT-S discontinued |
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%.
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.
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.
When extending an existing powered Ethernet connection to several endpoints, the upstream source determines the usable downstream power. A single PoE input leaves 0W for endpoint power, whereas a single PoE+ input provides 7W. Confirm the upstream power class and total endpoint demand before specifying the purchase order.
When a branch installation places compact hardware in an equipment rack rather than on a desktop, mounting hardware becomes a separate purchasing item. RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= provides the 19-inch mounting brackets for this family. Identify the installation position and include the required bracket PID in the accessory line before submitting the PO.
When staging replacement hardware for an unheated remote location, distinguish operating conditions from startup requirements: cold starts require an ambient temperature of at least 0°C. Keep spare units above that startup threshold during preparation, and specify the expected startup temperature and installation environment before placing the purchase order.
Gigabit speeds on endpoint ports
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L limits endpoint connections to 10/100Mbps. Its Gigabit interfaces are uplinks, so their speed does not provide Gigabit access for attached workstations or other endpoints.
PoE+ power for downstream endpoints
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L supplies a maximum of 15.4W per access port, not PoE+. C9200CX-8PT-2G-E is the current migration destination with eight PoE+ pass-through ports.
Active Cisco hardware service
Cisco hardware service for WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L ended on October 31, 2025. C9200CX-8PT-2G-E is the forward migration destination rather than the also-discontinued intermediate replacement.
Direct fiber uplinks
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L has two fixed copper uplinks and no SFP cages. A transceiver cannot convert those built-in connections into direct fiber interfaces or add a fiber uplink bay.
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| WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L |  WS-C2960C-8PC-L |  WS-C2960C-8TC-S |  WS-C2960C-12PC-L |  WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 172 mm | 238 mm | 213 mm | 238 mm | 172 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-C2960CPD-8PT-L | WS-C2960C-8PC-L | WS-C2960C-8TC-S | WS-C2960C-12PC-L | WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L |
| Memory | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB |
| Power Consumption | 43W at full throughput with maximum PoE load | 157W | 11W | 158W | 15W |
| Weight | 1.08 kg | 1.86 kg. | 1.27 kg | 1.86 kg. | 1.08 kg |
| Width | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm | 269 mm |
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Reviewed on the 19 January 2020
PoE+ switch offered consistent power delivery and predictable LAN performance.
Reviewed on the 21 April 2021
Professional Cisco switch, easy to deploy and manage.
Reviewed on the 16 January 2021
Reliable for small office environments with multiple IP devices.
Reviewed on the 10 May 2021
Stable operation and predictable connectivity under PoE load.
Reviewed on the 7 June 2022
Handles edge networking efficiently with low maintenance.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L identifies a Catalyst 2960-C PD/PSE switch with eight Fast Ethernet PoE ports, two Gigabit uplinks, and LAN Base. The WS-C2960CPD prefix identifies the compact powered-device/power-sourcing configuration; 8PT identifies the eight-port PoE configuration with Gigabit uplinks; L identifies LAN Base. Upstream PoE+ input and downstream PoE output are separate capabilities.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L supports the web device manager, CLI through console or Telnet, SSH with a cryptographic image, SNMP, Cisco Network Assistant, and Cisco Prime Infrastructure. Console connectivity includes mini-USB and traditional serial access. The web interface requires the embedded device-manager files and an enabled HTTP server.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L supplies a shared maximum of 30.8W with Cisco UPOE input, and each access port supports 15.4W. Two PoE+ inputs provide 22.4W, while one PoE+ input provides 7W. One ordinary PoE input powers the unit but leaves no downstream PoE budget. Size the complete endpoint load against the chosen input arrangement.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L includes two fixed 10/100/1000 copper uplinks that also accept upstream PoE power. The unit has no fiber cages, removable uplink cards, or 10G uplinks. Optical transceivers therefore cannot be fitted to this configuration; specify copper connections for both upstream data connectivity and any uplink-delivered power.
The Catalyst 2960-C powered-device configuration can use the PWR-ADPT= external AC power adapter instead of relying on uplink-delivered power. For WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L, auxiliary input normally provides 22.4W of downstream PoE budget. When auxiliary power and powered uplinks are connected together, auxiliary input takes precedence; specify PWR-ADPT= separately for that power arrangement.
No, WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L ships with LAN Base and cannot upgrade to a higher software feature set. LAN Base supplies the included Layer 2 switching functions; IP Base is not an upgrade path for this hardware. Establish the required features before ordering rather than adding a higher-tier license to the purchase order.
The Catalyst 2960-C compact switch can mount in a 19-inch rack using RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= brackets, while WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L remains a desktop-width chassis. Its enclosure measures 269 mm wide rather than spanning the rack. Include RCKMNT-19-CMPCT= when the installation requires rack mounting instead of placing the unit on a desktop.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L is discontinued: Cisco ended sales on October 30, 2020, and service ended on October 31, 2025. The original replacement, WS-C3560CX-8PT-S, also ended sales on April 30, 2026. The forward migration destination is C9200CX-8PT-2G-E rather than the discontinued intermediate model.
ORM supplies WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty or certified refurbished with up to a 1-year warranty. Returns are accepted for 30 days in either condition; terms apply. Cisco’s Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty has ended because Cisco service ended on October 31, 2025.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L supplies PoE through its eight access ports, whereas WS-C2960CPD-8TT-L has data-only access ports. Both configurations can receive power through their Gigabit uplinks, and both are discontinued. The PT model suits legacy replacements requiring downstream endpoint power; the TT model suits legacy replacements where connected devices use separate power.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L receives power through powered uplinks or PWR-ADPT=, whereas WS-C2960C-8PC-L uses an internal AC supply. Both models are discontinued. The powered-device configuration suits a legacy replacement dependent on upstream-delivered power; the internal-AC configuration suits a legacy installation with a local AC outlet and no requirement for uplink-powered operation.
WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L is an unsupported Catalyst 2960-C model, while C9200CX-8PT-2G-E is its current forward migration destination. The migration passes through WS-C3560CX-8PT-S, which is also discontinued. The older model serves exact-part legacy replacement requirements; the current model serves buyers replacing the discontinued product line rather than preserving the original hardware configuration.
No, WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L provides Layer 2 switching and does not support static routing on switch virtual interfaces. Its LAN Base image cannot upgrade to IP Base. Place inter-VLAN routing outside this unit, and do not treat the Gigabit uplinks or managed configuration interfaces as evidence of routed-access capability.
No, the Catalyst 2960-C powered-device switch WS-C2960CPD-8PT-L has a mini-USB console connection but no supported USB Type A storage port. The console connection is for management access, not USB flash drives. Prepare software and configuration transfers through the supported management paths rather than including a USB storage device for this unit.
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