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WS-C2960XR-24PS-I Overview
WS-C2960XR-24PS-I is a high-performance, rack-mount switch engineered with a robust architecture that delivers advanced Layer 2 switching while providing essential stacking and scalability features. Designed for demanding enterprise environments, it offers versatile power options via an integrated AC power supply, ensuring it meets both operational efficiency and PoE requirements.
The switch is equipped with 24 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports for downlink connectivity and 4 SFP uplink ports to support flexible network architectures. Its modular design and stacking capabilities enable simplified network expansion, while the high switching capacity and PoE+ support make it an ideal solution for workgroup connectivity, digital signage, surveillance systems, and other bandwidth-intensive applications.
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WS-C2960XR-24PS-I 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
- IOS
- LAN Base
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 160 Gbps
- Media Type Supported
- Combo
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 12–24 Ports
- Power Consumption
- 370 W
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- POE Support
- POE+
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Weight
- 23 lbs
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2
- Depth
- 11.9 inches
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C2960XR-24PS-I
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports; 4 SFP uplink ports
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 2960XR 24-Port PoE Switch
WS-C2960XR-24PS-I Use Case
Branch Office PoE+ Deployment for VoIP and Wireless
In a multi-site enterprise, the WS-C2960XR-24PS-I Catalyst 2960-XR 24 GigE PoE 370W switch powers IP phones and 802.11ac access points at a remote branch, delivering a full 370W PoE+ budget across 24 ports and 4 x 1G SFP redundant uplinks. Benefit: streamlined cabling and PoE management via Cisco IP Lite, guaranteed QoS for voice/data traffic, and 99.99% uptime with Cisco resiliency features for consistent business communications.
Retail IoT and Surveillance Integration
In a national retail chain, the WS-C2960XR-24PS-I supplies PoE+ to IP cameras, digital signage and RFID sensors across the sales floor, while its 4 x 1G SFP uplinks deliver high-speed connectivity to the central network. Benefit: consolidated PoE infrastructure reduces installation time, enables real-time video analytics and inventory tracking, and enforces secure VLAN segmentation with IP Lite static routing to protect customer data.
Campus Edge Aggregation with Layer 3 Segmentation
At a university campus, the WS-C2960XR-24PS-I serves as an edge aggregation switch for computer labs and classrooms, leveraging IP Lite for inter-VLAN routing and OSPF connectivity to dual core routers. Benefit: enhanced network segmentation for student, faculty and guest traffic, fast convergence with Minimal Spanning Tree and OSPF, and simplified network operations with Cisco IOS automation tools.
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Product Comparison Table 
| WS-C2960XR-24PS-I |  WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I |  WS-C2960XR-24TS-I |  WS-C2960XR-48FPS-I |  WS-C2960XR-48FPD-I | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.9 inches | 12.8 inches | 16.10 inches | 11.3 inches | 17.7 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 64 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | LAN Base | LAN Base | LAN Lite | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Limited Layer 3 routing | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960XR-24PS-I | WS-C2960XR-48LPD-I | WS-C2960XR-24TS-I | WS-C2960XR-48FPS-I | WS-C2960XR-48FPD-I |
| Media Type Supported | Combo | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Twisted Pair | Combo |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | POE+ | Non POE | POE+ | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports; 4 SFP uplink ports | 48 PoE+ ports and 4 1G SFP uplink ports | N/A | 48 fixed Ethernet ports with PoE+ and 4 fixed SFP uplink ports | 48 Ethernet ports and 4 SFP+ uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | 370 W | 215W | 370 W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Fixed AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 2960XR 24-Port PoE Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR 48 Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960XR-24TS Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR 48 Port PoE+ Fixed Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960XR-48FPD-I |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| 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 | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 160 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G / 10G |
| Weight | 23 lbs | 40 lbs | 15.4 lbs | 42.5 lbs | 24 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.2 inches | 17.32 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.8 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
D
Damon Rhodes
4
Professional-grade switch with predictable LAN Lite operation.
E
Elliott Ford
5
Easy deployment and low maintenance for SMB networks.
F
Finley Grant
4
Handles moderate traffic loads efficiently and reliably.
G
Gideon Hayes
4
Cisco reliability ensures consistent uptime.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR 24 GigE PoE 370W (WS-C2960XR-24PS-I)?
The Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR 24 GigE PoE 370W (SKU WS-C2960XR-24PS-I) is a Layer 2 access switch offering 24 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports with a 370W power budget, four 1G SFP uplinks, and the Cisco IP Lite software feature set for secure, energy-efficient enterprise deployments.
How much PoE power does the WS-C2960XR-24PS-I deliver?
The WS-C2960XR-24PS-I delivers up to 370 watts of total PoE+ power across its 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling support for IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points without needing external injectors.
What uplink options are available on the Catalyst 2960-XR 24PS-I?
The Catalyst 2960-XR 24PS-I provides four fixed 1G SFP uplink ports for flexible fiber connectivity, supporting long-reach distribution and aggregation scenarios in campus networks.
What is the Cisco IP Lite software feature set?
Cisco IP Lite is the built-in feature license for the 2960-XR series that includes advanced Layer 2 switching, limited static routing, security features such as 802.1X authentication and ACLs, and basic QoS capabilities for enterprise access deployments.
Can I stack the Catalyst 2960-XR 24 GigE PoE switch?
Yes, the 2960-XR 24PS-I supports Cisco FlexStack-Plus stacking modules (sold separately) to interconnect up to eight switches with a 80 Gbps stack bandwidth, simplifying management and ensuring redundancy.
What Layer 2 features does the WS-C2960XR-24PS-I support?
The WS-C2960XR-24PS-I supports essential Layer 2 features including VLANs, Rapid PVST+, MST, 802.1Q trunking, Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), and Spanning Tree Protocol enhancements for resilient campus networks.
How energy efficient is the Catalyst 2960-XR 24PS-I?
The switch uses Cisco EnergyWise for power monitoring, efficient PoE power allocation, fan speed control and quiet mode, reducing power consumption by up to 60% compared to previous generations.
What is the forwarding performance of the 2960-XR 24 GigE PoE 370W?
The Catalyst 2960-XR 24PS-I delivers up to 41.7 Mpps switching throughput and 216 Gbps switching capacity, ensuring wire-speed performance for all 24 Gigabit ports and uplinks.
How secure is the Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR 24PS-I?
Security features include 802.1X port-based access control, DHCP snooping, ARP inspection, IP source guard, and infrastructure ACLs to protect against unauthorized access and layer 2 attacks.
Does the WS-C2960XR-24PS-I support PoE configuration per port?
Yes, you can configure PoE settings per port using the CLI or Cisco Network Assistant, including power allocation, priority, and scheduled power cycling for energy savings.
What cooling design does the Catalyst 2960-XR series use?
The 2960-XR 24PS-I uses front-to-back airflow with variable-speed, temperature-controlled fans, optimizing cooling and enabling installation in diverse rack environments.
What warranty and support options are available for WS-C2960XR-24PS-I?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty with next-business-day advance replacement, plus optional Cisco SMARTnet service for 24×7 technical support and software updates.
How is the XR model different from the standard Catalyst 2960-X?
The 2960-XR includes improved performance, advanced QoS, enhanced security, and FlexStack-Plus stacking support compared to the standard 2960-X, making it better suited for larger enterprise networks.
Which environments is the Catalyst 2960-XR 24PS-I ideal for?
This switch is ideal for enterprise access layer deployments in offices, schools, retail outlets, and branch locations requiring high-density PoE for IP telephony, wireless APs, and surveillance cameras.
How do I upgrade the software on WS-C2960XR-24PS-I?
You can upgrade software via Cisco IOS image downloads from Cisco.com and install using USB, TFTP, or through Cisco Prime Infrastructure for centralized management.
What management tools are supported for the 2960-XR 24 GigE PoE 370W?
Management options include Cisco IOS CLI, Cisco Network Assistant, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, SNMP, RMON and embedded web UI for simplified switch configuration and monitoring.