Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX User Manual

If auto-MDIX is disabled, use the guidelines in this table to select the correct cable.
Table 2: Recommended Ethernet Cables (When Auto-MDIX is Disabled)
Straight-Through CableCrossover Cable
6
Device
NoYesSwitch to switch
NoYesSwitch to hub
YesNoSwitch to computer or server
YesNoSwitch to router
YesNoSwitch to IP phone
6
100BASE-TX and 1000BASE-T traffic requires twisted four-pair, Category 5, Category 5e, or Category 6 cable. 10BASE-T traffic can use Category 3 or
Category 4 cable.
Where to Go Next
If the default configuration is satisfactory, the switch does not need further configuration. You can use any
of these management options to change the default configuration:
•
Start the Network Assistant application, which is described in the getting started guide. Through this
GUI, you can configure and monitor a switch cluster or an individual switch.
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Use the CLI to configure the switch as a member of a cluster or as an individual switch from the console.
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Use the Cisco Prime Infrastructure application.
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Where to Go Next

Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX Specifications

General

PoE	No
DRAM	512 MB
MAC Address Table Size	16, 000 entries
Stacking	No
Model	Cisco Catalyst 2960-CX
Ports	8 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports
Uplink Interfaces	2 x 1G SFP
Power Input	100 to 240 VAC
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature	-25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
Power Consumption	15W
Relative Humidity	10 to 95% noncondensing