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WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL
Catalyst 2960L 24 port GigE, 4 x 10G SFP+, LAN Lite
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WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL Overview
WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL is a fixed-configuration, Layer 2 Cisco Catalyst switch engineered for high-performance access in enterprise environments. It features a robust architecture with a reliable AC power supply, 24 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports, and four integrated 1G SFP uplink interfaces, enabling seamless connectivity for office networks and branch offices.
WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL supports essential network features with low latency and high throughput, making it ideal for scalable, cost-effective deployments. Although it does not support stacking, its design meets medium-sized network demands and is optimized for LAN Lite operations, delivering dependable performance for access layer applications and simplified network management.
WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL price is $1,935.00, a 55.3% saving from the Cisco list price of $4,329.00. WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 29.8 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 12–24 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 12–24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 128 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 2960L-24TQ LAN Lite Switch
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.56 inches
- Depth
- 11.65 inches
- Weight
- 16 lbs
WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL Use Case
Branch Office High-Performance Aggregation with WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL
In a mid-size branch office supporting 120 employees, the Cisco Catalyst 2960L 24 port GigE, 4 x 10G SFP+, LAN Lite switch consolidates desktops, IP phones and wireless AP uplinks over 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, while four 10G SFP+ ports aggregate trunk connectivity to the MPLS edge router. VLAN segmentation and QoS policies ensure prioritized VoIP and critical business application traffic. Outcome: Achieves 20 Gbps aggregate uplink bandwidth, reduces latency by 30%, and centralizes network management with Cisco IOS LAN Lite simplicity.
Retail Store Secure VLAN Segmentation with WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL
A retail chain deploys the Cisco Catalyst 2960L 24 port GigE, 4 x 10G SFP+, LAN Lite switch in each store to isolate POS terminals, guest Wi-Fi and inventory systems on dedicated VLANs across 24 GigE ports. The 10G SFP+ uplink connects to the regional data center, enabling real-time inventory synchronization and secure payment processing compliant with PCI DSS. Outcome: Delivers network segmentation for data security, improves transaction throughput by 40%, and streamlines VLAN management.
Campus Edge Connectivity for High-Density Classrooms using WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL
In a university building, 60 student workstations, IP surveillance cameras and wireless APs connect to Cisco Catalyst 2960L 24 port GigE, 4 x 10G SFP+, LAN Lite switches on each classroom floor. Four 10G SFP+ uplinks aggregate video streaming and VoIP traffic to the core distribution layer. With static routing and QoS profiles, educational video-on-demand and VoIP calls maintain consistent performance. Outcome: Enhances student experience with 50% faster streaming, simplifies edge deployment, and supports future bandwidth growth.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C2960L-24TQ-LL |  WS-C2960L-24PQ-LL |  WS-C2960L-48TS-LL |  WS-C2960L-48TQ-LL |  WS-C2960L-48PQ-LL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.65 inches | 11.1 inches | 12.7 inches | 11.8 inches | 11 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 128 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite | LAN Lite |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 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-C2960L-24TQ-LL | WS-C2960L-24PQ-LL | WS-C2960L-48TS-LL | WS-C2960L-48TQ-LL | WS-C2960L-48PQ-LL |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | N/A | 48 10/100/1000 ports with 4 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 29.8 W | 215W | 110 W | 52W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 2960L-24TQ LAN Lite Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960L-24PQ-LL Switch | Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960L-48TS-LL | Cisco Catalyst 2960L-48TQ-LL | Cisco Catalyst 2960L-48PQ-LL |
| 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 | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | 160 Gbps | 80 Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 10G | 1G |
| Weight | 16 lbs | 14 lbs | 24.3 lbs | 18 lbs | 16.5 lbs |
| Width | 17.56 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
G
Gideon Vance
4
Easy to configure, reliable, and professional-grade hardware.
H
Harley Kane
4
Smooth performance under moderate load, ideal for SMB LANs.
I
Isla Ray
5
Supports multiple high-speed connections without hiccups.
J
Jasper North
5
Stable LAN Lite switch with Cisco reliability.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 2960L-24TQ-LL switch?
The Cisco Catalyst 2960L-24TQ-LL is a fixed-configuration Layer 2 Gigabit Ethernet switch with 24 GigE ports, 4 x 10G SFP+ uplinks and LAN Lite feature set, designed for small to medium enterprise access deployments.
How many ports and uplinks are available on the Catalyst 2960L-24TQ-LL?
This switch provides 24 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports and four 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed connectivity to aggregation or core layers.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the 2960L-24TQ-LL?
It offers a switching capacity of 128 Gbps and a forwarding rate of up to 95 Mpps, ensuring wire-speed performance for all ports simultaneously.
Does the Catalyst 2960L-24TQ-LL support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No, the 2960L-24TQ-LL (non-PoE) does not support PoE or PoE+; for power delivery to devices, consider the 2960L-24PSQ-LL PoE variant.
What is the Cisco LAN Lite feature set on this switch?
LAN Lite provides essential Layer 2 features such as VLANs, STP, QoS, ACL filtering and limited multicast support, suitable for basic enterprise access requirements.
Can I stack multiple 2960L-24TQ-LL switches?
No, the Catalyst 2960L series does not support physical or virtual stacking; manage each switch independently or via Cisco Network Assistant.
How is the 2960L-24TQ-LL managed?
You can manage it through the web-based GUI, CLI (SSH or console), SNMP, RMON and Cisco Network Assistant for small network deployments.
What are the typical use cases for the Catalyst 2960L-24TQ-LL?
Ideal for small to medium offices, branch or retail networks requiring secure, reliable Gigabit access with 10G uplinks and basic Layer 2 functionality.
What power and environmental specs apply to this switch?
It consumes up to 15.3 W (base configuration), operates at 0°C to 40°C with relative humidity of 10%–85% non-condensing, and requires 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz power input.
What security features does the 2960L-24TQ-LL offer?
Includes IEEE 802.1X port-based authentication, ACL support, DHCP snooping, IP Source Guard, Dynamic ARP Inspection and Storm Control to protect against common threats.
Does the 2960L-24TQ-LL support Quality of Service (QoS)?
Yes, it supports granular QoS with eight egress queues per port, classification, policing, shaping, and priority queuing for voice and video traffic.
Are third-party SFP+ transceivers supported?
Cisco recommends Cisco-qualified SFP+ modules; third-party optics may work but could void support and are not covered under Cisco warranty.
What warranty and support options are available?
It includes a limited lifetime hardware warranty with next-business-day replacement; optional Cisco SMARTnet service provides 24×7 support and software updates.
Can I upgrade the LAN Lite image to LAN Base or IP Lite?
No, the 2960L series ships with a fixed LAN Lite image and does not support feature set upgrades in the field.
What are the switch's physical dimensions and weight?
Dimensions are 44.5 cm x 27.9 cm x 4.4 cm (W x D x H) and it weighs approximately 2.1 kg, making it suitable for 19-inch rack mounting.
Is the Catalyst 2960L-24TQ-LL still supported or end-of-life?
The 2960L series is in mature support; it remains fully supported under Cisco’s product lifecycle policies but check Cisco’s EOL announcements for exact timelines.