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WS-C2960X-24PD-L
Catalyst 2960-X 24 GigE PoE 370W, 2 x 10G SFP+, LAN Base
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WS-C2960X-24PD-L Overview
WS-C2960X-24PD-L is a fixed-configuration, stackable Layer 2 access switch engineered for enterprise networks. It features a modern architecture with advanced switching performance and power over Ethernet (PoE+) capabilities designed to support IP telephony, wireless access points, and surveillance devices in dense user environments.
WS-C2960X-24PD-L offers 24 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports and 4 integrated 1G SFP uplink ports, providing versatile connectivity and scalability through stacking technology. Its robust design, low latency performance, and energy-efficient operation make it ideal for small to medium-sized branch offices and campus edge deployments.
WS-C2960X-24PD-L price is $650.00, a 91.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $7,550.00. WS-C2960X-24PD-L is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C2960X-24PD-L Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 24 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- IOS
- LAN Lite
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 12–24 Ports
- Flash Memory
- 128 MB
- POE Support
- POE+
- Depth
- 11.3 inches
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Weight
- 23.7 lbs
- Switching Capacity
- 216 Gbps
- Power Consumption
- 370.56 W
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C2960X-24PD-L
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 2960-X 24-port PoE+ Switch
WS-C2960X-24PD-L Use Case
Enterprise VoIP and Wireless Access Deployment with WS-C2960X-24PD-L Catalyst 2960-X
In a mid-sized corporate headquarters, the WS-C2960X-24PD-L Catalyst 2960-X 24 GigE PoE 370W, 2 x 10G SFP+, LAN Base switch provides centralized Power over Ethernet for 120 IP phones and 30 dual-radio 802.11ac access points. By delivering up to 370 W of PoE budget and 10 Gbps uplink capacity, IT teams simplify closet consolidation, ensure zero packet loss during peak voice and data traffic, and reduce rack space by 50%. Outcome: streamlined device powering, high-availability voice quality, and future-ready wireless scaling—all managed through Cisco’s intuitive LAN Base software.
Retail Store IP Surveillance and POS Network with Catalyst 2960-X PoE Switch
A nationwide retail chain deploys the WS-C2960X-24PD-L switch in each store’s back-office network closet to power 16 HD PoE cameras and 8 point-of-sale registers. With dedicated 370 W PoE and dual 10 Gbps fiber uplinks to the regional data center, stores achieve uninterrupted video recording and secure transactional throughput. Benefit: reduced hardware footprint, seamless remote monitoring, and sub-50 ms failover protection for continuous surveillance and retail operations.
Campus Building Distribution Backbone Using Catalyst 2960-X 24 GigE PoE
A university campus IT department uses WS-C2960X-24PD-L switches as floor-level distribution nodes in dormitories and academic buildings. Each unit powers smart door controllers, VoIP handsets, and digital signage while aggregating uplinks via 10 Gbps SFP+ modules to the core network. This design delivers 370 W PoE capacity per closet, simplifies VLAN segmentation for student, guest, and administrative networks, and ensures QoS for real-time applications. Outcome: scalable campus-wide deployment, enhanced network security, and guaranteed bandwidth for critical services.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C2960X-24PD-L |  WS-C2960X-24TS-L |  WS-C2960-48PST-L-M |  WS-C2960X-24PSQ-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.3 inches | 11.50 inches | 11 inches | 11.6 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 128 MB | 64 MB | 32 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Lite | LAN Base | LAN Lite | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 | Layer 2 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960X-24PD-L | WS-C2960X-24TS-L | WS-C2960-48PST-L-M | WS-C2960X-24PSQ-L |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair / Fiber |
| Memory | 512 MB | 128 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 PoE ports and 4 dual-purpose uplink interfaces | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 370.56 W | 34 W | N/A | 370W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 2960-X 24-port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960X-24TS-L | Cisco Catalyst 2960 48-Port PoE Switch LAN Lite - M | Cisco Catalyst 2960-X 24 Port PoE+ Switch |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | No | No | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 216 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 104 Gbps | 216 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 160 Gbps | 128 Gbps | N/A | 216 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 23.7 lbs | 19.8 lbs | 11 lbs | 20.7 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.32 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Patrick Morris
4
Reliable and easy to deploy in branch networks.
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Clara Donovan
4
Stable throughput and predictable operation.
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Ethan Clark
5
Ideal for small office and PoE devices.
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Isabel Warren
4
Cisco build quality ensures dependable operation.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X 24PD-L switch?
The Catalyst 2960-X 24PD-L is a fixed-configuration, stackable Gigabit Ethernet switch with 24 PoE+ ports, two 10G SFP+ uplinks, and LAN Base software for secure, high-performance access.
How many PoE+ ports does the WS-C2960X-24PD-L provide?
The switch delivers 24 IEEE 802.3at PoE+ ports, each capable of supplying up to 30W to support IP phones, wireless access points, and other powered devices.
What is the maximum PoE power budget on this switch?
The 2960-X 24PD-L provides a total PoE power budget of 370W, allowing simultaneous delivery of full 30W per port under typical enterprise conditions.
Which uplink interfaces are available on the Catalyst 2960-X 24PD-L?
It includes two fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports for high-speed aggregation and fiber connectivity to distribution or core layers.
What are the switching capacity and forwarding rate?
This switch offers a non-blocking switching capacity of 216 Gbps and a forwarding rate of up to 95.2 Mpps for wire-speed performance.
What Layer 2 and Layer 3 features does LAN Base software include?
LAN Base provides advanced Layer 2 features—such as VLANs, STP, and IPv6 support—and basic static Layer 3 routing for up to four routes.
Can I stack multiple Catalyst 2960-X switches?
Yes. Cisco FlexStack-Plus technology supports stacking up to four 2960-X switches with 80 Gbps of stack bandwidth for unified management and redundancy.
What are common deployment scenarios for this switch?
Ideal for enterprise campus and branch access layers, the 24PD-L supports secure, high-density PoE+, voice, video, and wireless connectivity.
Which security features are supported?
Built-in features include IEEE 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, port security, ACLs, and Secure Shell (SSH) for management.
Does the switch support energy-efficient features?
Yes. The 2960-X 24PD-L supports Cisco EnergyWise, IEEE 802.3az Energy-Efficient Ethernet, and variable-speed fan operation for lower power consumption.
What are the physical dimensions and weight?
Dimensions are 1.73″ H × 17.5″ W × 15″ D (4.4 cm × 44.5 cm × 38.1 cm) and the unit weighs approximately 6.1 lbs (2.8 kg).
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty with next-business-day replacement; optional SMARTnet service adds 24×7 support and accelerated RMA.
Is this switch compatible with Cisco DNA Center?
Yes. The Catalyst 2960-X 24PD-L integrates with Cisco DNA Center for policy-based automation, assurance, and analytics.
What Quality of Service (QoS) features are included?
The switch offers advanced QoS with classification, marking, policing, and queuing to prioritize voice, video, and mission-critical traffic.
How do I configure PoE settings on the 2960-X 24PD-L?
Use the Cisco IOS CLI or Cisco Network Assistant to enable, allocate, or limit PoE per port with simple commands or GUI controls.
How does the 24PD-L differ from other 2960-X models?
Compared to the 24PS-L (195W PoE), the 24PD-L doubles the PoE budget to 370W and includes two fixed 10G SFP+ uplinks for higher throughput.