🏢 Professional Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series Switch

The Cisco Catalyst 2960-X-24TS-LL is a fixed-configuration manageable network switch designed for demanding businesses. With its 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 SFP uplink ports, it provides comprehensive and high-performance connectivity for your critical applications. This switch is part of the proven Catalyst 2960-X series, globally recognized for its reliability and advanced enterprise-level features.

🔧 Advanced Network Features

Equipped with Cisco IOS LAN Lite software, this switch offers essential network management features including full VLAN support (up to 64 active), Quality of Service (QoS) with 8 queues per port, Spanning Tree protocol (RSTP, MSTP), link aggregation (LACP), and advanced security mechanisms like 802.1X, ACLs, broadcast storm control, and protection against network attacks.

With a switching capacity of 100 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 68.5 Mpps, this switch processes network traffic at wire-speed without bottlenecks, even under maximum load. It also supports Jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes to optimize large data transfers.

🔐 Security and Management

Security is at the core of the Catalyst 2960-X with support for SSH, SSL, SNMPv3, RADIUS/TACACS+ authentication, and 802.1X access control. Management features include an intuitive web interface, CLI via RJ-45 console or USB, 2 USB Type-A ports for configuration backup, dedicated management Ethernet port, and compatibility with Cisco Network Assistant for simplified centralized administration.

ℹ️ Product Information

Reference: WS-C2960X-24TS-LL (Version V05)
EAN/UPC Code: 0882658610301
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems (USA)
Condition: Used - Fully tested and functional
Form Factor: 19" Rack - 1U

📦 Delivery Contents

✅ 1x Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960X-24TS-LL V05 Switch
✅ 1x Power cable
✅ 1x Rack mounting bracket included

🎯 Ideal Applications

This switch is perfectly suited for SMEs, enterprise branch offices, educational institutions, small to medium data centers, and any environment requiring reliable network connectivity with advanced management features. It supports voice-data-video convergence thanks to its QoS capabilities optimized for VoIP and streaming.

IEEE Standards: 802.1D, 802.1p, 802.1Q, 802.1s, 802.1w, 802.1X, 802.1ab (LLDP), 802.3 (10BASE-T), 802.3u (100BASE-TX), 802.3ab (1000BASE-T), 802.3z (1000BASE-X), 802.3ad (LACP), 802.3x (Flow Control), 802.3az (Energy Efficient Ethernet)
Management Protocols: SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, SNMPv3, RMON I and II, Telnet, SSH, HTTP, HTTPS, TFTP, CLI
Safety Certifications: UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS 60950-1

💻 Software Exclusion

The switch comes with its Cisco IOS operating system preinstalled. We do not provide technical support for configuration, installation, or software troubleshooting. The buyer is responsible for configuring and managing the hardware according to their specific needs. Cisco network administration knowledge is recommended.

✅ Authentic Cisco Product

We guarantee the authenticity of all our Cisco equipment. This switch is an original Cisco Systems product, not a counterfeit or clone. It benefits from the recognized quality and reliability of the Cisco brand, a global leader in professional network equipment.

⚡ Does this Cisco switch support Power over Ethernet (PoE) to power IP phones or cameras?

No, the WS-C2960X-24TS-LL model does not have Power over Ethernet (PoE/PoE+) capability. It is a standard switch without built-in PoE power. If you need to power devices like VoIP phones, WiFi access points, or IP cameras, you will need to use external PoE injectors or choose a Catalyst 2960-X model with the "PS" suffix (Power over Ethernet).

🔗 Can multiple Catalyst 2960-X-24TS-LL switches be stacked to increase the number of ports?

The LAN Lite (LL) model does not support Cisco’s FlexStack Plus technology for switch stacking. It operates only in standalone mode. To create a Catalyst 2960-X switch stack with unified management, you would need LAN Base models (such as the WS-C2960X-24TS-L) that include this feature. However, you can still interconnect multiple switches traditionally via Ethernet or SFP ports.

📊 What are the main differences between the LAN Lite and LAN Base feature sets on Catalyst 2960-X?

LAN Lite (LL) offers essential features for simple deployments: up to 64 active VLANs (vs 255 in LAN Base), no FlexStack Plus support, no NetFlow Lite, and reduced security and QoS features. It is perfectly suited for small networks with basic needs. LAN Base adds stacking, more VLANs, NetFlow for traffic analysis, and advanced static Layer 3 routing and enhanced security features for more complex environments.

🔄 Can the LAN Lite license be upgraded to LAN Base or IP Lite later?

No, unfortunately the feature set is tied to the hardware model and cannot be upgraded by software license. A WS-C2960X-24TS-LL switch will always remain LAN Lite. This limitation is set at the hardware level by Cisco. If you need LAN Base or IP Lite features, you must purchase the corresponding model from the start (WS-C2960X-24TS-L for LAN Base or the 2960-XR model for IP Lite with Layer 3 routing).

🌐 Does this manageable Cisco switch support VLANs, 802.1Q trunking, and LACP link aggregation?

Absolutely! Despite its LAN Lite positioning, the WS-C2960X-24TS-LL fully supports VLANs (up to 64 simultaneously), IEEE 802.1Q VLAN trunking to carry multiple VLANs over a single link, and LACP (Link Aggregation Control Protocol) IEEE 802.3ad link aggregation to combine multiple physical ports into a high-availability logical link with increased bandwidth. These essential features allow you to effectively segment your network and optimize resilience and performance.

🖥️ How do you access the configuration and administration interface of the Catalyst 2960-X switch?

You have several access methods: via the RJ-45 or USB (mini Type-B) console port with terminal software (PuTTY, TeraTerm) for the Cisco IOS CLI, via the dedicated 10/100 management Ethernet port, via HTTPS web interface on any port after IP configuration, or via SSH for secure remote administration. The switch also supports SNMP for integration into centralized network monitoring platforms like Cisco Prime Infrastructure or compatible third-party solutions.

💡 What is the power consumption and noise level of this gigabit network switch?

The Catalyst 2960-X-24TS-LL is very energy efficient with a typical consumption of only 32 watts, which amounts to about 280 kWh per year when running continuously 24/7. It also supports the Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) IEEE 802.3az standard to further reduce power consumption on inactive ports. The noise level is 42 dB, which remains discreet for an office environment. Its MTBF (mean time between failures) is excellent at 622,350 hours, demonstrating its industrial reliability.