The Cisco WS-C2960X-24PD-L switch is designed to provide efficient and reliable network connectivity for medium-sized enterprise networks. This device comes equipped with 24 Ethernet interfaces that support 10/100/1000 Mbps speeds, catering to a wide range of devices and applications. Additionally, it features two SFP+ uplink interfaces, enabling high-speed connectivity to other network devices or aggregation points. Key to its performance is the LAN Base feature set, which provides a solid foundation for layer 2 switching. The switch also includes Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities, with a total available PoE power of 370 W, allowing for the direct power supply to connected devices such as VoIP phones or wireless access points without the need for separate electrical cables. Physically, the WS-C2960X-24PD-L has a compact form factor with dimensions of 1.75 inches in height, 14.5 inches in width, and 17.5 inches in depth, and it weighs 12.7 lbs. This makes it suitable for rack mounting in standard 19-inch racks, optimizing space in crowded server rooms or network closets. Internally, the switch is powered by an APM86392 600 MHz dual-core CPU, supported by 128 MB of flash memory and 512 MB of DRAM. This hardware configuration ensures smooth operation and the capacity to handle the demands of processing multiple network tasks simultaneously. The forwarding bandwidth of the switch is 108 Gbps, with a switching bandwidth of 216 Gbps, facilitating high-speed data transfer across the network. It supports a forwarding rate of 95.2 Mpps, demonstrating its capability to manage large volumes of data efficiently.

• Maximum Active VLANs supported are 1023, with 4096 VLAN IDs available, allowing for extensive network segmentation and enhanced security.
• The Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) is rated at 325,780 hours, indicating high reliability and reduced downtime.
• For network management, the switch includes a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet management interface, along with USB Type A for external flash storage and USB Type B and RJ-45 console ports for configuration and troubleshooting.

The device supports an MTU-L3 packet size of up to 9198 bytes and jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes, beneficial for optimizing network performance by allowing the transmission of larger packets. This feature is particularly useful in environments with high data throughput requirements, such as data centers or video surveillance systems. Operating temperatures range from -5 °C to 55 °C at sea level, ensuring stable performance across various environmental conditions. This adaptability makes the Cisco WS-C2960X-24PD-L a versatile choice for deployment in a wide range of physical environments. In summary, the Cisco WS-C2960X-24PD-L switch is a high-performance, feature-rich networking solution that offers reliability, scalability, and security for enterprise networks. Its combination of high-speed interfaces, PoE capability, and advanced networking features make it an ideal choice for organizations looking to build or expand their network infrastructure.

Item Number	WS-C2960X-24PD-L
Producer	Cisco
Ethernet Ports Count	24
Ethernet Port Speed	Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
Uplink Ports Count	2
Uplink Ports Type	Small Form-factor Pluggable Plus (SFP+)
Software Version	LAN Base
Power over Ethernet (PoE) Budget	370 Watts
Unit Height	1.75 inches
Unit Width	14.5 inches
Unit Depth	17.5 inches
Unit Weight	12.7 pounds
Internal Storage	128 Megabytes Flash
Memory Capacity	512 Megabytes DRAM
Data Throughput Capacity	108 Gigabits per second
Total Switching Capacity	216 Gigabits per second
Max VLANs Supported	1023
Packet Forwarding Rate	95.2 Million packets per second
Estimated Time Before Failure	325,780 hours
Number of VLANs	4096
Processor Specs	APM86392 600 MHz Dual-Core
Configuration Interfaces	USB (Type B), RJ-45 Ethernet
External Storage Port	USB (Type A)
Management Port Speed	10/100 Mbps Ethernet (RJ-45)
Maximum Layer 3 Packet Size	9198 Bytes
Support for Jumbo Frames	9216 Bytes
Operational Temperature Range	-5 °C to 55 °C at Sea Level