Cisco Catalyst Switch WS-C2960C-12PC-L 12 Port PoE 2 x 1G copper or 2 x 1G SFP

The WS-C2960C-12PC-L is a model from Cisco's Catalyst 2960-C series, which is designed for enterprise networks. This switch is known for its compact form factor and Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities.

Key Features:

• 12 Ethernet Ports: Provides 12 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed connectivity to various network devices.
• Power over Ethernet (PoE): Supports PoE, allowing it to deliver power to connected devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and cameras, simplifying installation and reducing the need for additional power supplies.
• Layer 2 Switching: Functions primarily as a Layer 2 switch, supporting essential features such as VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), and link aggregation.
• Compact Design: Its small size makes it suitable for environments with limited space, such as classrooms, retail locations, or small offices.

Use Cases:

• Enterprise Networking: Ideal for connecting end devices in an office or campus environment.
• IP Telephony: Provides PoE for IP phones, enabling efficient deployment without separate power sources.
• Wireless Access Points: Can power and connect wireless access points, enhancing network coverage.

Benefits:

• Ease of Management: Cisco's management features, such as Cisco Network Assistant, simplify configuration and monitoring.
• Reliability: Designed for high availability and robust performance in demanding environments.
• Energy Efficiency: Features that reduce power consumption, contributing to overall cost savings.

WS-C2960C-12PC-L Overview

Cisco Catalyst 2960 Compact 12 ports LAN Base switch supports 12 x 10/100 Fast Ethernet ports with POE which offers 124W available POE power. Cisco 2960 Compact switches are ideal for connecting multiple devices on the retail sales floor and in classrooms, hotels, and factories and for extending wireless LAN networks: wherever space is at a premium and multiple cable runs could be challenging.

● Extend a highly secure, intelligent, managed Cisco Catalyst infrastructure with a single Ethernet cable or fiber from the wiring closet

● Support for advanced security and services, including voice, video, and Cisco Borderless Network services, to remote endpoints

● Power over Ethernet (PoE) pass-through enables the compact switch to draw power from the wiring closet and pass it to end devices (selected models)

● Attractive, small form factor and fanless operation fit in confined spaces where multiple cable runs could be challenging

● Easy to deploy, manage and extend the network loop free

WS-C2960C-12PC-L Specification

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