Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960S-24PS-L 24Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch WSC2960S24PSL

Description:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960S-24PS-L 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch (WSC2960S24PSL) is used in enterprise and industrial network infrastructures to provide managed Layer 2 switching and Power over Ethernet (PoE) connectivity for networked devices. Commonly installed in office network closets, campus access networks, surveillance systems, and structured cabling environments supporting IP phones, wireless access points, and security cameras. Network administrators, IT maintenance teams, and system integrators use this switch for network expansion, infrastructure upgrades, and replacement of legacy managed switches in business and institutional communication networks.

Applications:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960S-24PS-L switch is used in enterprise access-layer networks where reliable Ethernet switching and Power over Ethernet capability are required. It is commonly deployed in corporate offices, educational campuses, retail locations, and industrial facilities to connect computers, VoIP phones, wireless access points, and IP surveillance cameras. With integrated network management and traffic control features, the switch supports secure device connectivity, efficient bandwidth management, and stable communication within structured network infrastructures.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C2960S-24PS-L
• Product Type: Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch with PoE
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 2960-S Series
• Total Ethernet Ports: 24 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet Ports
• PoE Capability: IEEE 802.3af Power over Ethernet
• PoE Power Budget: Up to 370 W
• Uplink Ports: 4 × SFP Gigabit uplink interfaces
• Switching Capacity: Up to 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 41.7 Mpps
• Network Layer Support: Layer 2 switching
• Management Interfaces: CLI, SNMP, Web-based management
• Stacking Technology: Cisco FlexStack support
• Security Features: Access control lists (ACL), port security, 802.1X authentication
• Power Supply: Internal AC power supply
• Mounting Type: Rack-mountable (1U)
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C
• Typical Installation: Network racks, wiring closets, enterprise access networks

Common Replacements:

• Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960X-24PS-L Ethernet Switch
• Cisco Catalyst C9200L-24P-4G Network Switch
• Cisco Catalyst WS-C3560X-24P-S Managed Switch