The **Cisco Catalyst 2960-S** series is part of Cisco’s lineup of enterprise-level switches, designed for high-performance, ease of management, and scalability. The **2960-S 48-port POE** switch is equipped with **48 Ethernet ports** that support **Power over Ethernet (PoE)**, making it suitable for powering devices like IP phones, wireless access points, security cameras, and other networked devices directly through the Ethernet cable.
Here are some key details about the **Cisco Catalyst 2960-S 48-port PoE** switch:
### Key Features:
1. **Ports**:
– 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports (Gigabit Ethernet)
– Typically, up to 48 of these ports support **PoE** (depending on the model, could be **PoE** or **PoE+**)
2. **Power over Ethernet (PoE)**:
– **PoE (IEEE 802.3af)** and/or **PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)** support
– PoE provides up to 15.4W per port (PoE) or 25.5W per port (PoE+), which can be used to power devices like IP phones, access points, or cameras.
3. **Uplink Ports**:
– Typically, 4 x 1G SFP or Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports, used for connecting to other switches or devices in the network.
4. **Stacking**:
– Some models of the 2960-S support **Cisco StackWise** technology, allowing multiple switches to be stacked together and managed as a single unit, simplifying network management and increasing redundancy.
5. **Layer 2 Features**:
– The 2960-S is a **Layer 2** switch, meaning it operates at the data link layer. It supports advanced features such as:
– VLANs (Virtual LANs)
– Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
– Link Aggregation (EtherChannel)
– Port security
– Quality of Service (QoS)
6. **Management**:
– Cisco **IOS Software** provides robust management capabilities, including:
– Command-line interface (CLI)
– Web-based management (via Cisco Network Assistant or web interface)
– SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
7. **Power Supply**:
– It typically comes with an internal power supply that can support PoE functionality, depending on the model. For 48 PoE ports, the switch may need a **larger power budget**, typically up to 370W or more, depending on the specific model.
8. **Energy Efficient**:
– The 2960-S is designed with **energy-efficient** technology, including **Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az)**, which helps reduce power consumption during low-traffic periods.
### Model Variants:
– **WS-C2960S-48FPS-L**: 48-port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ (supports up to 370W PoE)
– **WS-C2960S-48TS-L**: 48-port Gigabit Ethernet (non-PoE, but can be used with external PoE injectors)
– **WS-C2960S-48LPS-L**: 48-port with PoE, typically designed for high PoE power requirements.
### Common Use Cases:
– **Small to Medium-sized Enterprise Networks**: Provides power and network connectivity to IP phones, access points, and other powered devices.
– **Campus Networks**: Can be deployed at the edge of a campus network to provide PoE capabilities for end-user devices.
– **Branch Offices or Remote Locations**: Useful for remote offices or branch locations where networked devices need to be powered over Ethernet.
### Configuration and Management:
– Can be configured using the **Cisco CLI** (Command Line Interface) via console or SSH.
– Supports **Cisco Smart Install**, which can simplify initial configuration for deployment in large networks.
– Optionally, **Cisco Prime Infrastructure** or **Cisco DNA Center** can be used for enhanced network management and monitoring.