Extend services whenever and wherever you want, with unified network connectivity and power for devices far from the wiring closet, using the Cisco 2960 and 2960-C Series Compact Switches.
Small Switches, Big Impact
Cisco Catalyst Compact Switches reduce costs and cabling, and secure a network better. (3:37 min)
Video Data Sheet
Learn more about secure, simplified LAN access, far from the wiring closet. (4:30 min)
With the industry's first Power over Ethernet (PoE) pass-through capability, the new Catalyst 2960-C Series Compact Switches simplify IT deployments cost-effectively. Powerful security capabilities provide comprehensive protection. And you get a Cisco enhanced limited lifetime warranty.
Key Features
Simplified Infrastructure and Device Placement
- Dramatically reduce cabling costs by eliminating up to eleven 100-meter cables
- Sleek and quiet fanless design allows the switch to be colocated with end-users
Highly Secure Access
- Policy-based access control, identity and role-aware network, data integrity and confidentiality with Cisco TrustSec
- Superior Layer 2 threat defense capabilities with integrated security features for flexible collaboration between users on the network
- Compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) to help meet regulatory mandates
- Physical security with cable guard and lock
Ease of Deployment
- Cisco Smart Operations for "zero touch" deployment and ease of troubleshooting
- Cisco Auto SmartPorts for automatic configuring of the switch based on the type of device connected to the port
- Cisco AutoQoS for state-of-the-art QoS implementation for IP telephony and video
Reduce Energy Costs
- Support Cisco EnergyWise to monitor, manage and reduce energy consumption of the devices connected to the switch
Connectivity
- 8-12 Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
- Power over Ethernet (PoE) and PoE pass-through
- Two 1-Gb Ethernet uplinks
Software Versions
- LAN Base: Enterprise access Layer 2 switching
- LAN Lite: Entry-level security, quality of service (QoS), and Layer 2 connectivity
- Demo: PoE Passthrough (6:36 min)
Learn the details of PoE Passthrough and how these switches greatly simplify cabling in challenging environments.
- Cisco Catalyst Named Finalist: Best of Interop 2011(PDF - 332KB)
Recently recognized in the infrastructure category at Interop 2011, these next-generation compact switches deliver a wide range of applications.
- Cisco Catalyst Switching Family Poster(PDF - 693 KB)
See how you can build a scalable network with solutions and service offerings that are secure, reliable, and integrated.
- Lippis: Switch Extends Services (PDF - 267 KB)
Learn the benefits of Cisco Catalyst Compact Switches with Power over Ethernet.
Product Support Services
Cisco's Services can help you increase operational efficiency, lower support costs, and improve availability risk management.
Additional Resources
Demo: PoE Passthrough
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Video datasheet
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