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WS-C2960CX-8PC-L Overview
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is a fanless managed Layer 2 compact access switch for quiet, space-constrained Catalyst deployments outside the main wiring closet with silent operation. It provides 8 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ access ports, fixed uplinks through 2 1G copper ports and 2 1G SFP ports, and a compact form factor that supports desktop, rack-mount, and DIN-rail installation. The switch belongs to the Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX series and runs the LAN Base software image for advanced Layer 2 edge switching. Its four fixed uplink interfaces are usable simultaneously and also operate as downlinks when a local design needs extra Gigabit handoff ports. WS-C2960CX-8TC-L is the closest same-series sibling; it keeps the 8 Gigabit Ethernet access ports and the same 2 copper plus 2 SFP uplinks, but removes the PoE output ports.
24 Gbps switching capacity delivers full-duplex bandwidth across the fixed Gigabit access and uplink interfaces. 17.9 Mpps forwarding rate handles small-packet access traffic across the compact platform, while 124W shared PoE budget allocates power across eight PoE+ ports instead of supplying the 30W per-port maximum on every port at the same time. WS-C2960CX-8PC-L carries 512 MB DRAM and 128 MB Flash for Cisco IOS LAN Base operation. Access-layer controls include STP, RSTP, MSTP, LACP, VLAN trunking, Voice VLAN, RSPAN, SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, SNMPv3, RMON, SSH, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, and port-based ACLs. The platform supports up to 255 VLANs, 4000 VLAN IDs, 9000-byte MTU, and 9198-byte jumbo frames for campus edge designs that separate endpoint segments, voice traffic, monitoring sessions, and upstream trunks. This LAN Base profile keeps the switch focused on Layer 2 edge services.
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L serves the enterprise access tier where a small endpoint group needs managed switching close to users, devices, or wall-mounted network positions. It connects IP phones, access points, surveillance cameras, PCs, and video endpoints, operates as a non-stackable compact switch, and occupies 1U when installed with compact rack-mount brackets. ORM Systems supplies this model new and certified refurbished for replacement projects, access-edge refreshes, and distributed spares requirements. Certified refurbishment focuses on PoE output validation, copper link testing, SFP uplink recognition, IOS boot checks, management access, and chassis inspection before dispatch. Buyers can request current pricing for a single unit, a project batch, or a spares pool, and enterprise or volume orders receive commercial support for condition matching, warranty alignment, staged fulfilment, accessory planning, and consistent sourcing across multiple sites.
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L price is $1,065.00, a 44.9% saving from the Cisco list price of $1,934.00. WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C2960CX-8PC-L Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Switch
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C2960CX-8PC-L
- Brand
- Cisco
- Series
- Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX
- Use Case
- Enterprise Access
- Management Type
- Managed
- Software Image
- LAN Base
- Layer
- Layer 2
- Ethernet Technology
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Port Count
- 12 Ports
- Power Source
- AC
- RJ-45 Ports
- 10 x 1GbE
- SFP Ports
- 2 x 1GbE
- Uplink Type
- Fixed
- PoE Support
- PoE+
- PoE Port Count
- 8 PoE+ Ports
- PoE Budget
- 124W
- Switching Capacity
- 24 Gbps
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Forwarding Rate
- 17.9 Mpps
- Memory
- 512 MB DRAM / 128 MB Flash
- Stackable
- No
- Form Factor
- Desktop / Rack-Mount 1U / DIN Rail Mount
- Rack Units
- 1U
- Input Voltage
- 100-240V AC
- Power Consumption
- 161.4W
- Redundant PSU
- No
- Operating Temperature
- -5°C to 45°C
- Certifications
- UL 60950-1 / CAN/CSA 22.2 No. 60950-1 / EN 60950-1 / IEC 60950-1 / CE Marking / GB 4943 / IEC 60825 / FCC Part 15 Class A / EN/IEC 61000-4-5 / EN 55022 / EN 55024 / CISPR22 / CISPR24 / AS/NZS Class A / VCCI Class A / KCC Class A / ANATEL / CCC / GOST / RoHS 6
- Height
- 44.4 mm
- Width
- 269 mm
- Depth
- 238 mm
- Weight
- 2.27 kg
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L Use Case
Distributed Access Edge Handoff
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L sits outside the main wiring closet and terminates up to eight local Gigabit Ethernet endpoints that require PoE+ power. Engineers assign voice, data, camera, or access-point VLANs on the LAN Base image, apply QoS and Layer 2 security controls, then return traffic through 1G copper or 1G SFP uplinks into the building network. The 124W PoE budget supports a defined endpoint group without extending every copper run back to the closet. The result is a controlled Catalyst access edge in space-constrained locations.
Access To Distribution Uplink Handoff
The switch operates at the access layer and presents aggregated endpoint traffic to upstream distribution over two 1G copper and two 1G SFP uplink interfaces. Network teams configure trunks, LACP, EtherChannel, spanning tree, and VLAN boundaries according to the campus design, while the eight PoE+ access ports serve powered endpoints locally across the small access zone. WS-C2960CX-8PC-L keeps all four uplink interfaces available for simultaneous use or downlink reuse. The result is predictable access-to-distribution connectivity without installing a larger closet switch.
Compact Edge Operations Point
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L occupies a quiet operational edge position where local IT teams need Cisco IOS management near endpoints rather than an unmanaged switch. Engineers monitor the LAN Base switch through SNMP, RMON, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, or Cisco Network Assistant, then use SSH, interface templates, Auto Smartports, and port-level controls to standardize small access drops and audit endpoint changes. The fanless 1.75-inch-high chassis fits desk, wall, rack, or DIN-rail placements. The result is managed PoE+ access with consistent Catalyst operations in constrained spaces.
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C2960CX-8PC-L |  WS-C3560C-12PC-S |  WS-C3560C-8PC-S |  WS-C2960CG-8TC-L |  WS-C2960CX-8TC-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 238 mm | 11 inches | 9.45 inches | 10.6 inches | 11.06 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 | 10/100/1000 |
| Form Factor | Desktop / Rack-Mount 1U / DIN Rail Mount | Desktop / Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Desktop | Desktop / Rack-mount |
| Height | 44.4 mm | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960CX-8PC-L | WS-C3560C-12PC-S | WS-C3560C-8PC-S | WS-C2960CG-8TC-L | WS-C2960CX-8TC-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 512 MB DRAM / 128 MB Flash | 128 MB | 128 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB |
| Power Source | AC | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Type | Network Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1U | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| SFP Ports | 2 x 1GbE | 4 SFP Ports | Combo | Combo | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 24 Gbps | 20 Gbps | 20 Gbps | 16 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Weight | 2.27 kg | 7 lbs | 8.25 lbs | 9.3 lbs | 9.26 lbs |
| Width | 269 mm | 17.5 inches | 17.25 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.2 inches |
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Reviews & Ratings
M
Maddox Fuller
4
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L delivered compact PoE switching with reliable LAN Base features.
N
Nolan Pierce
5
Stable performance in branch office deployments.
O
Orson Clarke
5
Quiet operation and strong uptime.
P
Paxton Hayes
5
Consistent PoE power for IP phones and APs.
Q
Quinn Daniels
4
Professional small-site switching solution.
R
Ridge Carter
5
Dependable Catalyst access switch.
Questions & Answers
What is the WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is a Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX compact managed switch with 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ access ports, 124W available PoE power, and LAN Base software. It is designed for access-edge deployments where powered endpoints need local switching outside a main wiring closet, while uplinks return traffic through 1G copper or 1G SFP connections.
What does the Cisco WS-C2960CX-8PC-L model number mean?
The WS-C2960CX-8PC-L model number identifies a Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX compact switch. The 8PC portion denotes an 8-port PoE model, and the L suffix indicates the LAN Base software feature set. For buyers, the key ordering distinction is that WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is the PoE+ compact model, not the data-only WS-C2960CX-8TC-L.
Is WS-C2960CX-8PC-L a switch, router, or firewall?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is a managed Ethernet access switch, not a router or firewall. Cisco positions the 2960-CX family as compact campus LAN switching hardware for small spaces and distributed edge locations. It handles Layer 2 access functions, PoE endpoint power, VLANs, QoS, security controls, and 1G uplink handoff rather than firewall inspection or WAN routing.
Where does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L sit in the Cisco Catalyst lineup?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L sits in the Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX compact switch line, below the Catalyst 3560-CX compact models that use IP Base software. It is a LAN Base access-edge option for smaller powered endpoint groups. Cisco lists Catalyst 9000 compact and Meraki MS130 alternatives as replacement paths after the 2960-CX end-of-sale milestone.
How many ports does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L have?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L has 8 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet access ports with PoE+ output. It also includes 2 1G copper uplinks and 2 1G SFP uplinks. Cisco notes that all four uplink ports, the two copper and two fiber ports, are usable simultaneously and also operate as downlinks when the design requires extra local connections.
What switching performance does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L provide?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L provides 12 Gbps forwarding bandwidth and 24 Gbps full-duplex switching bandwidth for the Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX platform. Cisco lists the 64-byte packet forwarding rate for 2960CX-8PC-L at 17.9 mpps. It also supports up to 9000-byte MTU and 9198-byte jumbo frames, which helps align it with common campus LAN designs.
What PoE capability does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L include?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L includes 8 PoE+ output ports with 124W of available PoE power. Cisco specifies up to 30W per PoE+ port and up to 15.4W per standard PoE port, subject to the total power budget. This makes the switch suitable for mixed endpoint groups such as phones, access points, cameras, and small network devices.
Does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L support Layer 2 or Layer 3 switching?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L runs Cisco IOS LAN Base software and is primarily an advanced Layer 2 access switch. Cisco describes the 2960-CX LAN Base models as delivering Layer 2 switching with intelligent Layer 2 through Layer 4 services for network-edge voice, video, and wireless LAN services. Buyers needing stronger routed-access features normally compare Catalyst 3560-CX or Catalyst 9000 compact models.
How is WS-C2960CX-8PC-L managed?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is managed through Cisco IOS software and Catalyst management ecosystems. Cisco documents support for Network Plug and Play, Smart Install, Auto Smartports, interface templates, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, Cisco Network Assistant, SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, SNMPv3, RMON, SSH, and related MIBs. This gives operations teams familiar Catalyst workflows for configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
Does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L support switch stacking?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is not specified as a StackWise or FlexStack stacking switch in Cisco's 2960-CX compact datasheet. Designs normally manage each unit as an individual compact access switch, then aggregate uplinks through trunks, EtherChannel, LACP, or upstream distribution switching. Buyers needing a single stacked control plane should evaluate stackable Catalyst access models instead.
What is WS-C2960CX-8PC-L used for?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is used for compact access switching where a small group of powered Gigabit endpoints needs local Ethernet connectivity. Typical endpoint roles include IP phones, wireless access points, surveillance cameras, PCs, and video endpoints. Its fanless compact chassis and 124W PoE budget fit spaces where long home-run cabling back to a central closet is difficult.
What size environment suits WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L suits small access-edge locations, remote rooms, micro closets, wall-mounted network points, and desk-side or cabinet deployments with up to 8 powered Gigabit endpoints. The 1.75 x 10.6 x 9.4 inch chassis and fanless operation support quiet placement outside traditional racks, while the four 1G uplink interfaces preserve upstream connectivity choices.
What workloads or traffic types fit WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L fits access workloads such as voice VLANs, wireless LAN edge handoff, camera connectivity, PC access, and small endpoint aggregation. LAN Base features support VLANs, QoS, Layer 2 security, SNMP monitoring, and RMON visibility. It is not a core switch or high-density aggregation switch, but it works well for localized Gigabit endpoint groups.
Is WS-C2960CX-8PC-L suitable for distributed access deployments?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L suits distributed access designs because it places 8 PoE+ Gigabit ports closer to endpoints and returns traffic over 1G copper or SFP uplinks. The compact, fanless format supports wall, desk, rack, DIN rail, and similar mounting approaches documented for the family. Network teams use it to reduce cable runs while keeping Catalyst switching controls at the edge.
Which upstream switches can WS-C2960CX-8PC-L connect to?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L connects upstream through standard 1G copper Ethernet or 1G SFP interfaces, so it integrates with Catalyst distribution or access switches that accept those link types. Cisco's compact-switch materials reference connectivity into traditional Catalyst access platforms such as Catalyst 3850 and Catalyst 4500 switches, with trunks, LACP, EtherChannel, and VLAN handoff used according to the network design.
Which standards are relevant to WS-C2960CX-8PC-L compatibility?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L aligns with common Ethernet and access-layer standards including IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, 802.1D Spanning Tree, 802.1w, 802.1s, 802.1p CoS, 802.1x, 802.1AB LLDP, 802.3ad link aggregation, 802.3af PoE, 802.3x full duplex, 802.3ab 1000BASE-T, and 802.3z 1000BASE-X. These standards help it integrate into mixed Catalyst and standards-based LAN environments.
Which SFP modules work with WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L uses 1G SFP uplink slots and Cisco directs buyers to the Cisco transceiver compatibility matrix for supported modules. The datasheet lists 100BASE-FX, 100BASE-LX, 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX/LH, 1000BASE-ZX, 1000BASE-BX, and 1000BASE-CWDM SFP standards for the compact-switch family. Exact optics should be matched to Cisco compatibility guidance and the installed IOS release.
Which management platforms integrate with WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L integrates with Cisco Prime Infrastructure, Cisco Network Assistant, Cisco Active Advisor, Cisco Network Plug and Play through APIC-EM workflows, SNMP-based monitoring systems, RMON collectors, and standard Cisco IOS CLI operations. Security and operations teams also use SSH, SNMPv3, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, Voice VLAN, and VTP in compatible Catalyst environments.
How does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L compare with WS-C2960CX-8TC-L?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is the PoE+ model, while WS-C2960CX-8TC-L is the data-only model in the same 2960-CX compact family. Both have 8 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 2 1G copper uplinks, 2 1G SFP uplinks, LAN Base software, and 17.9 mpps forwarding. WS-C2960CX-8PC-L adds 8 PoE+ output ports and a 124W PoE budget.
How does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L compare with WS-C3560CX-8PC-S?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L and WS-C3560CX-8PC-S both provide 8 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports and 1G copper plus 1G SFP uplinks in the compact Catalyst family. The WS-C3560CX-8PC-S model uses IP Base software and has a 240W PoE budget, while WS-C2960CX-8PC-L uses LAN Base software and provides 124W of available PoE power.
How does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L compare with WS-C3560CX-12PC-S?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is an 8-port LAN Base PoE+ compact switch with 124W available PoE power and 17.9 mpps forwarding. WS-C3560CX-12PC-S is the larger compact PoE+ option with 12 Gigabit Ethernet ports, 12 PoE+ output ports, 240W available PoE power, IP Base software, and 23.8 mpps forwarding. The choice depends on port count, routing needs, and PoE budget.
What is the replacement for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
Cisco's end-of-life bulletin lists C9200CX-8P-2X2G-E as a Catalyst 9000 Compact replacement path and MS130-8P-HW as a Meraki cloud-managed replacement path for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L. The original SKU remains relevant for like-for-like fleet maintenance where LAN Base behavior, existing images, mounting, and operational consistency matter more than moving to a newer platform.
Is WS-C2960CX-8PC-L available new or refurbished?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L availability is typically quotation based because the Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX Series reached end of sale. ORM Systems may source new surplus, refurbished, or tested used units depending on supply at the time of enquiry. Buyers should specify required condition, quantity, lead time, accessories, and any serial or software requirements when requesting pricing.
What is the WS-C2960CX-8PC-L price?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L price depends on condition, quantity, market availability, warranty term, and whether accessories or optics are included. Refurbished pricing often differs from new surplus pricing because end-of-sale Catalyst compact switches trade on current supply. ORM Systems provides quote-based pricing so procurement teams receive a current offer for the exact SKU and required condition.
Is WS-C2960CX-8PC-L still in production?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is no longer sold through Cisco's standard point-of-sale channels. Cisco announced end of sale for the Catalyst 2960-CX Series, with the last order date listed as April 30, 2024 and last date of support listed as April 30, 2029. Secondary-market and refurbished availability may continue while supply remains.
What lead time should buyers expect for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
Lead time for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L depends on current stock, requested condition, testing queue, order quantity, and destination. End-of-sale compact Catalyst switches often require availability checks before a firm delivery date is confirmed. Procurement teams reduce delay by providing quantity, condition preference, shipping destination, accessory needs, and any replacement-deadline dates at the quote stage.
Are bulk discounts available for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
Bulk pricing for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is handled through quotation because available batches may vary by condition, serial range, accessory set, and warranty requirement. Multi-site refreshes, spares pools, and like-for-like replacement projects often need consistent units. ORM Systems can price larger quantities against current supply, testing requirements, and delivery scheduling for the requested order size.
What warranty does ORM Systems offer for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
ORM Systems offers warranty options for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L according to the unit condition and quoted order terms, with up to 3-year warranty coverage commonly used across eligible network hardware. The warranty scope should be confirmed on the quote for new surplus, refurbished, or used stock, especially when the buyer needs spares coverage for distributed Catalyst deployments.
How are refurbished WS-C2960CX-8PC-L units tested before dispatch?
Refurbished WS-C2960CX-8PC-L units should be tested for boot status, port link operation, PoE output behavior, uplink recognition, IOS loading, management access, fanless chassis condition, and basic forwarding functions before dispatch. For a PoE compact switch, validation of the 8 PoE+ ports and the 1G copper and SFP uplinks is especially important before shipment.
Which certifications or compliance standards apply to WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L belongs to the Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX compact switch family and supports standards such as IEEE 802.3af PoE, 802.3ab 1000BASE-T, 802.3z 1000BASE-X, 802.1Q VLANs, 802.1x, LLDP, SNMP, RMON, and Energy Efficient Ethernet. Purchase records should confirm regional power cords, regulatory labeling, and any compliance documentation required for the destination site.
How is WS-C2960CX-8PC-L configured for first use?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is configured like a Cisco IOS LAN Base access switch. Engineers normally set the management interface or VLAN, assign access and trunk ports, define voice and data VLANs, apply QoS and security controls, configure PoE policies, set SNMP or logging targets, and test the 1G copper and SFP uplink paths before placing endpoints on the switch.
Does WS-C2960CX-8PC-L require additional licenses or software?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L ships with Cisco IOS LAN Base software for the 2960-CX compact platform. It does not use the IP Base feature set listed for Catalyst 3560-CX models and should not be purchased as a routed-access replacement without checking feature requirements. Software image, support entitlement, and any operational tooling requirements should be validated against the buyer's existing Cisco environment.
What tools or accessories are needed with WS-C2960CX-8PC-L?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L deployments typically require an AC power cord, suitable mounting hardware, Ethernet patch leads, compatible 1G SFP optics or copper uplink cabling, and console or network access for Cisco IOS configuration. Cisco lists accessory options for the compact family, including power clips and mounting-related hardware. Buyers should match brackets, rails, DIN hardware, and optics to the planned installation.
Where can buyers purchase WS-C2960CX-8PC-L in the UK?
WS-C2960CX-8PC-L is available in the UK through ORM Systems for quote-based procurement of Cisco enterprise networking hardware. Buyers usually request the SKU with preferred condition, quantity, warranty term, delivery location, and any required accessories. This helps ORM Systems match available new surplus or refurbished stock to the exact Catalyst 2960-CX compact switch requirement.
Does ORM Systems ship WS-C2960CX-8PC-L internationally?
ORM Systems supports international procurement requests for WS-C2960CX-8PC-L, subject to destination, export requirements, stock availability, carrier options, and order terms. International buyers should provide the delivery country, required quantity, condition preference, and any documentation needs during quotation. This allows pricing, lead time, warranty coverage, and shipping options to be aligned before purchase approval.