Cisco Catalyst 2960X-48TD-L 48-Port Gigabit Switch 2×10G SFP+ Uplinks

Q1. Does the WS‑C2960X‑48TD‑L support field‑replaceable power supplies?

A: No — unlike the 2960‑XR models, the 2960‑X switches like 48TD‑L have a fixed internal power supply and do not support field-replaceable units.

Q2. How is power saved with Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE)?

A: Downlink ports enter Low-Power Idle (LPI) mode during idle periods to reduce power consumption.

Q3. Is EEE enabled by default on this switch?

A: Yes — EEE is enabled by default on all downlink ports and can be disabled if needed.

Q4. What are the differences between LAN Lite, LAN Base, and IP Lite IOS feature sets?

A: LAN Lite offers basic Layer 2, LAN Base adds advanced Layer 2 features, and IP Lite adds enterprise Layer 3 routing support.

Q5. What is the software update policy?

A: Maintenance updates and bug fixes continue while you own the product or up to one year after end-of-sale, whichever is earlier.

Q6. Are the 10 G SFP+ uplink modules hot‑swappable?

A: Yes — the SFP+ uplink modules are hot-swappable.

Q7. Is NetFlow‑Lite supported?

A: Yes — supported on LAN Base and IP Lite models; not on LAN Lite variants.

Q8. Can 2960‑X and 2960‑XR switches stack together?

A: No — despite shared stacking modules, they cannot stack together due to differing IOS license tiers.

Q9. Can I upgrade the feature‑set license?

A: No — the feature set is hardware-bound (LAN Base on this model) and not upgradable.

Q10. Is a separate software license required?

A: No — it uses the universal image; no additional licensing is needed.

Q11. What are the key features of the WS‑C2960X‑48TD‑L?

A: It includes 48 Gigabit ports, 2 × 10 G SFP+ uplinks, LAN Base features, FlexStack+ stacking up to 8 units with 80 Gbps bandwidth.

Q12. Is it cost-effective for SMBs?

A: Yes — it delivers enterprise-grade features like high port density, uplinks, energy-saving modes, and stacking at a competitive price.

Q13. What environments is it best suited for?

A: Well-suited for mid-sized branch offices, enterprise access layers, and campus networks needing performance, port density, and uplink flexibility.

Q14. How is it installed?

A: Mount in a 1U rack, install optional FlexStack+ module/cable, connect network and uplink cables, then configure via CLI or Web UI.

Q15. Are software updates recommended?

A: Yes — keep IOS images current (free updates for the switch’s lifecycle) for features, security, and stability.

Q16. Alternatives to this model?

A: You could use the 24‑port 2960X‑24TD‑L for fewer ports or move to 2960‑XR models (e.g., 48TD‑I) for field-replaceable PSUs and IP Lite features.

Q17. Troubleshooting tips?

A: Check power and cabling, review firmware version and logs, use commands like show switch stack, show module, and monitor port statistics.

Q18. What accessories are available?

A: Includes FlexStack+ modules and cables, 10 G SFP+ transceivers, rack-mount kits, console cables, and energy-management tools.

Q19. What energy-saving features are supported?

A: Supports EnergyWise policies, EEE (LPI), and optional hibernation of downlink ports during inactivity.

Q20. How does it compare with similar products?

A: Offers a strong balance of port density, uplink speed, stacking, energy saving, and security — outperforming many mid-range access switches.