Cisco WS-C2960XR-24PD-I Managed Gigabit Ethernet Switch

The Cisco WS-C2960XR-24PD-I is a 24-port, managed Catalyst switch that provides PoE+ power for IP phones, wireless access points, and other powered devices, with 2 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports for scalable connectivity. It offers 24 x 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports, PoE+ up to a 370 W budget, and a switching capacity of up to 216 Gbps with a forwarding rate of up to 95.2 Mpps. This model runs LAN Base with Layer 3 Lite features, enabling basic routing, VLAN segmentation, and centralized policy control while remaining simple to manage. It is designed for enterprise campus and branch networks and is commonly installed in corporate offices, universities, healthcare facilities, and government networks where reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and powered device support are required. The WS-C2960XR-24PD-I is rack-mountable and powered by an internal AC supply, making it suitable for dense, edge deployments that need robust PoE-enabled switching. In terms of replacement paths, common options listed include WS-C2960X-24PD-L and the higher-end C9300-24P-E for broader scalability within Cisco’s Catalyst family.