Name: WS-C2960X-48FPS-L Cisco 48-Port PoE+ Gigabit Layer 2 Switch with 4 SFP
Brand: Cisco
SKU: WS-C2960X-48FPS-L
Price: 229.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The WS‑C2960X‑48FPS‑L Cisco Catalyst 2960‑X Series 48 × Gigabit PoE+ and 4 × SFP port access switch delivers high-throughput Layer 2 switching with essential Layer 3 support, ideal for enterprise access layers requiring stackable, scalable performance with flexible management.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	WS-C2960X-48FPS-L
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Form Factor	Rack-Mountable
Mount Type	1U Rack
Port Type	RJ-45, SFP
Port Speed	10/100/1000 Mbps;
POE Support	PoE+
Switching Capacity	216 Gbps
Switch Forwarding Rate	107.1 Mpps
DRAM	512 MB
Flash Memory	128 MB
Max VLANs Supported	Supports up to 4,096 VLANs
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	RJ‑45, SFP, console (USB mini‑B & RJ‑45)

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes
MAC Address Table Size	16,000 entries

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static
Remote Protocols	Cisco IOS CLI, SNMP, Web UI, RPS support
Management Interfaces	RJ‑45 management, RS‑232 console, USB mini‑B
Security Features	ACLs, 802.1x, SNMPv3, QoS policies

Physical Characteristics
Dimensions	1.75″ × 17.5″ × 14.5″
Weight	14.00

Product Description
The WS‑C2960X‑48FPS‑L is a fixed 48‑port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ switch from the Cisco Catalyst 2960‑X Series, built for scalable Layer 2/3 enterprise access switching with high performance and efficient power management. Key Features 48 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ ports with 4 × 1 GbE SFP uplink interfaces Supports up to 4,096 VLANs and 16K MAC address entries Stackable design with FlexStack‑Plus up to 8 units 128 MB Flash and 512 MB DRAM for smooth performance Advanced management via Cisco IOS CLI, SNMP, and Web UI Designed for campus and branch networks, this switch offers reliable performance, centralized management, and energy efficiency. It's suitable for dense user environments that demand high availability and simplified operations.

Use Cases
The WS-C2960X-48FPS-L switch is commonly deployed in enterprise access networks where high-density Power over Ethernet (PoE+) connectivity and reliable Layer 2 switching are essential. It is well-suited for environments that require stacking capabilities and seamless uplink integration, such as corporate campuses and medium-to-large office buildings. How It's Used: Providing PoE+ connectivity for IP phones and wireless access points in large enterprise office floors. Supporting aggregation of edge devices in branch offices with limited IT staff while enabling flexible network management. Stacking multiple switches in campus distribution layers to deliver scalable and resilient access network architectures. Integrating gigabit fiber uplinks via SFP modules to connect to core switches or data center edge devices. Enabling basic Layer 3 routing for departmental segmentation and traffic isolation within mid-sized enterprise networks. This switch supports operational efficiency by consolidating network access and PoE requirements into a scalable, stackable platform. Its combination of Layer 2/3 features with high forwarding performance allows enterprises to maintain network responsiveness and adaptability as demands evolve.