Description:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960S-48LPD-L 48-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switch is used in enterprise network access layer systems to provide reliable Layer 2 switching and Power over Ethernet connectivity for network devices. Commonly installed in corporate campus networks, office buildings, education facilities, and industrial network infrastructures where multiple Ethernet devices require centralized switching and PoE power delivery. Maintenance teams, network administrators, and system integrators use this switch for network expansion, infrastructure upgrades, device connectivity deployment, and replacement of legacy access switches in enterprise environments. 

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C2960S-48LPD-L switch is deployed in enterprise access networks to connect workstations, wireless access points, IP phones, and surveillance cameras while delivering PoE+ power through Ethernet cabling. It is commonly used in corporate offices, universities, hospitals, retail environments, and industrial facilities where organizations require dependable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, efficient network device management, and scalable switching infrastructure.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C2960S-48LPD-L
• Product Type: Managed Ethernet Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 2960S
• Total Ports: 48 × 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports
• PoE Standard: IEEE 802.3at PoE+
• PoE Power Budget: Up to 370 W
• Uplink Interfaces: 2 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports
• Switching Capacity: Up to 176 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 77.4 Mpps
• Layer Support: Layer 2 switching with LAN Base software
• Management: Cisco IOS Software, CLI, SNMP, Web interface
• Form Factor: 1U rack-mountable switch

Common Replacements:

• Cisco Catalyst C9200-48P-A 48-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960X-48LPD-L 48-Port PoE+ Switch
• Cisco Catalyst C9300-48P-E 48-Port PoE+ Switch