Cisco WS-C2960X-24PS-L
Catalyst 2960-X 24 GigE PoE 370W, 4 x 1G SFP, LAN Base
Product Highlights
What's Included
(1) Rackmount Kit (RCKMNT-1RU-2KX)
Deploying IP phones, wireless access points, or security cameras across your campus or branch? You need a switch that delivers reliable PoE+ power and enterprise-grade switching without complexity. The Cisco WS-C2960X-24PS-L is a fixed-configuration, stackable Gigabit Ethernet switch from the Catalyst 2960-X Series, purpose-built for enterprise access-layer deployments.
This switch provides 24 Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000 ports with PoE+ and a generous 370W power budget, enabling IEEE 802.3at power delivery of up to 30W per port for demanding endpoints. Four 1G SFP uplink interfaces provide flexible connectivity to your distribution or core layer via fiber or copper SFP transceivers.
With 216 Gbps of switching bandwidth and a 71.4 Mpps forwarding rate, the WS-C2960X-24PS-L handles traffic-intensive environments with ease. The optional FlexStack-Plus module (C2960X-STACK, sold separately) enables stacking of up to 8 switches at 80 Gbps stack bandwidth, simplifying management by allowing the entire stack to be administered as a single logical unit. Running the Cisco IOS LAN Base feature set, this switch delivers robust Layer 2 capabilities including VLANs, QoS, comprehensive 802.1X security, and NetFlow Lite for traffic visibility — all in a compact 1RU form factor.
Features & Benefits
PoE+ Power Delivery
With a 370W PoE budget and support for IEEE 802.3at PoE+, the WS-C2960X-24PS-L delivers up to 30W per port to power devices like Cisco IP phones, Aironet access points, and IP surveillance cameras. This eliminates the need for separate power adapters at each endpoint, reducing cabling costs and simplifying deployment.
FlexStack-Plus Stacking
Add the optional C2960X-STACK module to stack up to 8 Catalyst 2960-X LAN Base switches with 80 Gbps of stack bandwidth. The entire stack is managed as a single switch, dramatically simplifying configuration, monitoring, and firmware management. Mixed stacking with up to 4 Catalyst 2960-S LAN Base switches is also supported.
Enterprise-Class Security
The LAN Base feature set includes comprehensive security capabilities such as 802.1X authentication, MAC-based VLAN assignment, Cisco TrustSec SXP, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and IPv6 First-Hop Security. These features help protect the network edge against unauthorized access and common Layer 2 attacks.
Network Visibility with NetFlow Lite
NetFlow Lite is included on all 2960-X LAN Base models, enabling IT teams to sample and export flow data in NetFlow Version 9 format. This provides actionable visibility into traffic patterns, application usage, and potential security anomalies — critical for capacity planning and troubleshooting.
Energy Efficiency
The switch supports IEEE 802.3az Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE), which dynamically reduces power consumption during idle periods between traffic bursts. Combined with Cisco EnergyWise technology, administrators can set policies to manage power consumption across PoE endpoints and the broader infrastructure.
Deployment Scenarios
Enterprise Campus Access Layer
Deploy the WS-C2960X-24PS-L at the access layer to connect end-user workstations, VoIP phones, and wireless access points. The 370W PoE+ budget powers multiple endpoints simultaneously, while FlexStack-Plus stacking enables unified management of wiring closets across floors or buildings.
Branch Office Connectivity
Ideal as the primary switch in small-to-medium branch offices where 24 Gigabit ports with PoE+ cover the typical endpoint count. The 4x 1G SFP uplinks connect back to the WAN router or distribution switch, and the LAN Base feature set provides the QoS and security policies needed for a remote site.
IP Surveillance & Physical Security
Power and connect up to 24 PoE-enabled IP cameras from a single switch. The 370W budget and 30W-per-port PoE+ capability support modern PTZ cameras and high-resolution fixed cameras, while QoS features prioritize video traffic to ensure reliable footage capture.
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Compatibility Notes
Stacking: Requires the optional C2960X-STACK FlexStack-Plus module and CAB-STK-E-0.5M stacking cable (both sold separately). Supports stacking of up to 8 units with other Catalyst 2960-X LAN Base switches, or up to 4 units when mixed with Catalyst 2960-S LAN Base switches.
SFP Transceivers (sold separately): Compatible with Cisco 1G SFP modules including GLC-LH-SMD (1000BASE-LX/LH), GLC-SX-MMD (1000BASE-SX), and GLC-T (1000BASE-T copper).
Console Cables (sold separately): Supports CAB-CONSOLE-RJ45 (RJ45-to-DB9) and CAB-CONSOLE-USB (USB Type-A to mini-B).
Feature Set: Ships with Cisco IOS LAN Base. Note that LAN Base cannot be upgraded to IP Lite; the feature set is tied to the hardware model.
End-of-Sale Notice: Cisco announced End-of-Sale for the Catalyst 2960X Product Family with a last order date of October 31, 2022. This product is available as refurbished/pre-owned inventory.
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Frequently Asked Questions
| Part Number | Product | Key Difference |
|---|---|---|
| WS-C2960X-48FPS-L | Catalyst 2960-X 48-Port PoE+ LAN Base | 48 GigE PoE+ ports with 740W PoE budget — choose this when you need higher port density and more PoE power. |
| WS-C2960X-24TS-L | Catalyst 2960-X 24-Port Non-PoE LAN Base | Same 24 GigE ports and 4 SFP uplinks but without PoE — lower cost when power delivery is not required. |
| WS-C2960X-24PD-L | Catalyst 2960-X 24-Port PoE+ with 10G Uplinks | 24 GigE PoE+ ports with 2x 10G SFP+ uplinks instead of 4x 1G SFP — ideal when you need higher uplink bandwidth. |
| WS-C2960XR-24PS-I | Catalyst 2960-XR 24-Port PoE+ IP Lite | Same port layout but with IP Lite feature set (Layer 3 routing) and field-replaceable dual power supplies for higher availability. |