This is a genuine Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) Switch (P/N: WS-C2960X-24TS-L, 68-100473-02). Designed for enterprise access layer deployments, the Catalyst 2960-X series offers enhanced reliability, security, and energy efficiency compared to its predecessors. This model features 24 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ-45) Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-density wired connectivity, along with 4 1 Gigabit SFP uplink ports for flexible fiber connections to the distribution layer or other network devices. Running on Cisco IOS LAN Base software, the WS-C2960X-24TS-L provides advanced Layer 2 switching, basic static Layer 3 routing, and intelligent network management, making it an ideal choice for connecting workstations, IP phones, and other network endpoints. It typically employs Front-to-Back (Port-to-Power) Airflow, suitable for standard network closet and data center environments.

Key Features 

• 24 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Provides high-density 10/100/1000 Mbps connectivity for a wide range of wired devices.
• 4 x 1 Gigabit SFP Uplink Ports: Offers flexible gigabit fiber uplink options for connecting to the distribution layer, backbone, or other network segments over longer distances.
• Cisco IOS LAN Base Software: Delivers a comprehensive suite of Layer 2 features, including VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP), Link Aggregation (EtherChannel), Quality of Service (QoS), and basic static Layer 3 routing.
• Managed Switch: Supports various management interfaces including Command Line Interface (CLI), Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), and web-based GUI for easy configuration and monitoring.

• Enhanced Security: Features include 802.1X authentication, Port Security, Access Control Lists (ACLs), and DHCP snooping to protect the network from unauthorized access and threats.

• StackWise-480 Ready: Supports optional Cisco StackWise-480 technology for stacking multiple switches, providing up to 480 Gbps of stack throughput for scalability (stack modules and cables sold separately).

• Energy Efficient: Incorporates Cisco EnergyWise technology for optimizing power consumption across the network infrastructure.

• Standard Airflow: Typically features Front-to-Back (Port-to-Power) Airflow, ensuring efficient cooling in common network deployments.

• USB and Console Ports: Front-panel USB port for simplified file management and a console port for out-of-band management.