Cisco Catalyst 2960 Switches
The Cisco Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Series are strong, stackable switches that deliver Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, tailored for the high-performance access environment in campus and branch offices. Tailored for enterprise-grade deployments, they are feature-rich and seamless for scalability, security, and operational flexibility.
When to Choose Cisco Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR Series Switches?
Outstanding Switching Performance: The Catalyst 2960-X series can reach up to 108 Gbps of switching capacity, facilitating uninterrupted data flow that accommodates the challenging needs of modern enterprise networks. These switches work at Layer two of the OSI model (Data Link Layer) where they manage network traffic to send data packets to their destination.
Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+): These switches come with support for both IEEE 802.3af PoE and IEEE 802.3at PoE+ (up to 30W per port), with total PoE+ power reaching up to 740W, allowing for the flexibility to connect to powered devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and even surveillance cameras through a single Ethernet cable.
Flexible Stacking Options: The Catalyst 2960-X and 2960-XR support either stackable deployment through FlexStack-Plus and interconnectivity of up to 8 switches with 80 Gbps of stack throughput. This configuration makes both your network highly available and easier to manage.
Management Options: These switches come standard with Express Setup, a web-based interface, and command line interface (CLI). Configuration and control are simple, whether on-site or from the cloud.
Key Features:
Capable of Gigabit Ethernet: The Catalyst 2960-X series offers Gigabit Ethernet, providing rapid and reliable data transfer, ideal for small and medium-sized networking settings.
Strong Security Features: Security features like MAC-based VLAN assignment, 802.1X authentication, and Dynamic ARP Inspection protect your network's access points.
Energy Efficient: Catalyst 2960-X series supports IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) to help reduce power consumption in low traffic periods, furthering an organization’s sustainability goals.
These switches are fantastic aggregation solutions, and for small businesses, they can act as core switches and provide 100G capabilities when needed.
