Cisco Catalyst 2960-24-S - Managed Layer 2 Fast Ethernet Switch, Grey

The Cisco Catalyst 2960-24-S is a Layer 2 managed Fast Ethernet switch for corporate environments. It features 24 Fast Ethernet (10/100) RJ-45 ports to connect desktop devices, networked appliances, and IP phones. This standalone unit provides a 32 Gbit/s switching capacity for data delivery across standard office LANs. Without 10G uplink capabilities, the model is designed for localized connectivity rather than high-speed backbone use. Administrators can use the device to manage physical network traffic securely.

The grey 1U chassis supports standard rack mounting for installation in conventional wiring closets. As a non-PoE model, connected hardware requires independent power sources. Configuration is managed via SSH, SNMP, RMON, and Telnet, rather than a web interface. Traffic management uses Quality of Service (QoS) controls and Access Control Lists (ACLs) to enforce network policies. The switch also includes built-in DHCP client and server functions to automate IP address assignments.

• Supports up to 64 active VLANs to isolate traffic between departments.
• Maintains a MAC address table of 8,000 entries for packet forwarding.
• Compatible with Redundant Power Supply (RPS) to maintain operation during power disruptions.
• Includes two SFP modules for fiber optic connections to existing network infrastructure.
• Rated for long-term stability with a Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 429,847 hours.