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WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I
Catalyst 2960-XR 48 GigE PoE 370W, 4 x 1G SFP, IP Lite
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WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I Overview
WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I is a robust, fixed-configuration access switch engineered for secure and efficient network connectivity in enterprise environments. It features a high-performance architecture that supports advanced stacking and scalability, making it ideal for dynamic network deployments while offering reliable AC power supply options and optimized energy consumption.
Designed with 48 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE+ ports and 4 1G SFP uplink ports, the WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I delivers exceptional throughput and flexibility for diverse use cases such as branch offices, educational institutions, and mission-critical deployments. Its integrated design, managed capabilities, and strong performance in both Layer 2 and basic Layer 3 operations ensure dependable connectivity and ease of network management.
WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I price is $6,234.00, a 59.7% saving from the Cisco list price of $15,488.00. WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 370W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- No
- Manufacturer Part Number
- WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I
- Uplink Configuration
- 1G
- IOS
- IP Lite
- POE Support
- POE+
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 256 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 64 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 128 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- 320 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 2960XR 48 Port PoE+ Switch
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 12.8 inches
- Weight
- 30 lbs
WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I Use Case
Secure IP Surveillance at Enterprise Branch with WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I
Deploy the Catalyst 2960-XR 48 GigE PoE 370W switch to power and segment 50+ IP cameras across a remote branch via 4x1G SFP uplinks. Benefit: centralized PoE management, high-availability security VLANs and simplified monitoring reduce theft risk and ensure 24/7 video integrity.
High-Density Campus Wi-Fi AP Aggregation Using WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I
Aggregate up to 48 Wi-Fi 6 access points per building closet with PoE+ 370W budget and dual SFP links to the distribution layer. Benefit: streamlined power delivery, consistent LAN performance and rapid failover enhance student connectivity and support BYOD at scale.
Unified PoE for Retail POS, Wi-Fi and Digital Signage with WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I
Power point-of-sale terminals, Wi-Fi hotspots and HD digital signage in a multi-store retail chain using a single Catalyst 2960-XR switch. Benefit: consolidated network infrastructure lowers TCO, enforces QoS for transaction traffic and delivers seamless in-store promotions.
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Product Comparison Table 
 WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I |  WS-C2960XR-48TS-I |  WS-C2960XR-24TD-I |  WS-C2960XR-24TS-I |  WS-C2960XR-24PS-I | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.8 inches | 12.0 inches | 11.54 inches | 16.10 inches | 11.9 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 128 MB | 64 MB | 256 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 | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Lite | IP Lite | LAN Base | LAN Base | LAN Base |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I | WS-C2960XR-48TS-I | WS-C2960XR-24TD-I | WS-C2960XR-24TS-I | WS-C2960XR-24PS-I |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Combo | Twisted Pair | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 128 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports | 24 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | POE+ | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | POE+ |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 x 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports; 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | 24 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 x 1G SFP uplink ports | N/A | 24 x 10/100/1000 PoE ports; 4 SFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370W | 110 W | 250 W | 215W | 370 W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 2960XR 48 Port PoE+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960XR-48TS-I | Cisco Catalyst 2960XR-24TD-I | Cisco Catalyst 2960XR-24TS Switch | Cisco Catalyst 2960XR 24-Port PoE Switch |
| 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 | No | Yes | No |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 128 Gbps | 216 Gbps | 64 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 128 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 320 Gbps | 80 Gbps | 80 Gbps | 256 Gbps | 160 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G | 1G |
| Weight | 30 lbs | 23 lbs | 22 lbs | 15.4 lbs | 23 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.32 inches | 17.32 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Sterling Grant
4
Professional-grade, low-latency, and stable operation.
T
Trevor Nash
5
Handles multiple PoE devices efficiently under full load.
U
Ulric Hayes
4
Easy to configure and deploy for enterprise LANs.
V
Victor Pierce
4
Reliable Cisco hardware with predictable performance.
Questions & Answers
What are the key features of the Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR 48 GigE PoE 370W switch (WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I)?
The Catalyst 2960-XR-48LPS-I offers 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports with a 370W budget, four 1G SFP uplinks, Cisco IP Lite feature set, advanced QoS, security, and optional power redundancy.
What Power over Ethernet (PoE) standards does WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I support?
The switch supports IEEE 802.3af (PoE) and IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) with a total PoE budget of 370W to power IP phones, cameras, and wireless access points.
Does the Catalyst 2960-XR 48LPS support Layer 3 functionality?
Yes. With the IP Lite image, it supports static routing and limited Layer 3 features such as DHCP routing and basic ACL routing.
Can I stack multiple WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I switches?
Yes. The switch supports Cisco FlexStack-Plus stacking with an optional FlexStack module, allowing up to eight units with a 80 Gbps stacking bandwidth.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the 2960-XR 48LPS?
It delivers a switching capacity of 216 Gbps and a maximum forwarding rate of 77.4 million packets per second (Mpps) for consistent performance.
What power input options are available for WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I?
The unit accepts 100–240 VAC at 50/60 Hz and supports connection to a Cisco Redundant Power System (RPS 2300/2300+) for enhanced availability.
What are the memory and storage specifications for the Cisco Catalyst 2960-XR 48LPS?
It includes 256 MB DRAM and 64 MB of CompactFlash onboard storage for IOS images, configurations, and logging.
Which mounting and form factor does the WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I use?
The switch is a 1RU rack-mountable unit with included rack-mount brackets, suitable for standard 19-inch server racks.
What redundancy features are available on the Catalyst 2960-XR 48LPS?
It supports hot-swappable power supplies via the Cisco RPS, dual firmware images, and nonstop forwarding (NSF) for maximum uptime.
How is the Catalyst 2960-XR 48LPS managed?
Manage the switch via Cisco IOS CLI, Cisco Network Assistant GUI, SNMP, RMON, and secure SSH/HTTPS for comprehensive control.
Does WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I support IPv6?
Yes. It supports IPv6 host and management, IPv6 ACLs, and basic IPv6 static routing under the IP Lite feature set.
What energy-efficiency features are included in the Catalyst 2960-XR 48LPS?
It incorporates Cisco EnergyWise, IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet, idle port shut-down, and smart fans to reduce power consumption.
What warranty and support options are available for the WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty with Next-Business-Day replacement and optional Cisco SMARTnet for advanced software and hardware support.
Can I upgrade the IOS software on the Catalyst 2960-XR 48LPS?
Yes. You can upgrade the IOS image via TFTP, FTP, or USB flash, and maintain dual images for failover during updates.
What use cases is the WS-C2960XR-48LPS-I ideal for?
It is ideal for enterprise access, branch offices, and small campus networks requiring high-density PoE, reliability, and secure connectivity.
How do I determine if the 2960-XR 48LPS meets my network requirements?
Assess your port count, PoE budget, desired uplink speed, Layer 3 needs, and stacking requirements to verify alignment with the switch’s specifications.