The data sheet introduces the features of Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series Switches LAN Base software. This software is a fixed-configuration, standalone Ethernet switch that supports enhanced switching services, IP communications, and wireless networking for medium-sized businesses. These switches provide the performance, availability, and manageability that modern office environments demand, as well as the intelligence to support state-of-the-art business applications and security services.
The Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series is a family of fixed‑configuration, standalone Ethernet switches designed for medium‑sized businesses. Models include compact, desktop and PoE variants with Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet ports.
Key capabilities include 15.4 W PoE per port, advanced security (802.1x, ACLs, DHCP snooping), QoS traffic shaping, and multiple management options such as CLI, Cisco Network Assistant, SNMP and Cisco Works. The switches also feature Cisco EnergyWise for power monitoring and optional redundant power systems.
| Switching fabric | 16‑Gbps (for 2960PD‑8TT‑L and similar models) |
|---|---|
| Forwarding rate (64‑byte packets) | 2.7 Mpps (Catalyst 2960PD‑8TT‑L) |
| Memory | 64 MB DRAM, 32 MB flash |
| Maximum PoE power | 15.4 W per port, up to 24 ports simultaneously |
| Dimensions (Catalyst 2960PD‑8TT‑L) | 1.73 × 10.6 × 6.2 in (4.4 × 27 × 15.7 cm) |
Each PoE‑capable port supplies up to 15.4 W, and the switch can deliver that power on up to 24 ports at the same time.
The switches can be configured to support up to 8 000 MAC addresses.