Cisco WS-C2960S-48FPS-L Catalyst 2960-S 48-Port PoE+ Network Switch WSC2960S48FPSL

Description:

The Cisco WS-C2960S-48FPS-L Ethernet Switch is used in enterprise network infrastructures to provide Layer 2 managed switching with integrated PoE+ support and high-density Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for access layer deployments. Commonly installed in corporate offices, campus network wiring closets, surveillance systems, and wireless infrastructure requiring reliable PoE-enabled switching. Maintenance teams and system integrators use this part for network expansion, infrastructure upgrades, system retrofits, or replacement of existing Cisco Catalyst switching equipment.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C2960S-48FPS-L switch is used in enterprise and commercial networking environments where high port density, PoE+ capability, and dependable Layer 2 switching are required. It is commonly deployed in office networks, educational campuses, healthcare facilities, and industrial sites to connect IP phones, wireless access points, IP cameras, workstations, and servers while enabling VLAN segmentation, centralized network management, and secure traffic control across the access layer infrastructure.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Cisco
• Model: WS-C2960S-48FPS-L
• Product Type: Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch with PoE+
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 2960-S Series
• Total Ports: 48 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports
• Uplink Interfaces: 4 x SFP fiber ports
• Power over Ethernet: IEEE 802.3af / IEEE 802.3at PoE+ support
• PoE Power Budget: 740 W
• Layer Support: Layer 2 switching
• Feature Set: LAN Base
• Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 77.4 Mpps
• Stacking Technology: Cisco FlexStack support
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable chassis
• Power Supply: Internal AC power supply

Common Replacements:

• Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L
• Cisco WS-C2960XR-48FPD-I
• Cisco WS-C3850-48P-S