Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF Series User Manual

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Data Sheet
Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF Series Switches
The Cisco
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Catalyst
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2960-SF Series of Fast Ethernet switches (Figure 1) provides
enterprise-class Layer 2 switching for branch and midsized campus access
applications. They enable reliable and secure business operations and lower total
cost of ownership through a range of innovative features including FlexStack, Power
over Ethernet Plus (PoE+), and Cisco Catalyst SmartOperations.
Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF LAN Base models feature:
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2 or 4 Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) uplinks for Gigabit performance and business continuity
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24 or 48 Fast Ethernet ports
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Cisco FlexStack for simplified management with 20 Gbps of stack throughput, when deployed with the
FlexStack stacking module
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IEEE 802.3at-compliant PoE+ for up to 30W of power per port
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Models offering 370W or 740W of combined POE/POE+ budget
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Enhanced troubleshooting for problem solving, including link connectivity and cable diagnostics
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USB storage for file transfers, backups, and simplified operations
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Support for Cisco Catalyst SmartOperations features including Smart Install and Auto Smartports
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Extended limited lifetime hardware warranty, including next-business-day replacement with 90-day service
and support
Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF LAN Lite models feature:
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2 SFP uplinks for Gigabit performance and business continuity
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24 or 48 Fast Ethernet ports
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Enhanced troubleshooting for problem solving, including link connectivity and cable diagnostics
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USB storage for file transfers, backups, and simplified operations
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Support for Cisco Catalyst SmartOperations features, including Smart Install and Auto Smartports
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Extended limited lifetime hardware warranty

Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF Series Specifications

General

Device Type	Switch
Enclosure Type	Rack-mountable
Layer	Layer 2
Power Device	Internal power supply
Voltage Required	100-240V AC
Operating Temperature	32 to 113°F (0 to 45°C)
Power over Ethernet (PoE)	Optional
Stacking	Not supported
MAC Address Table Size	8192 entries
Routing Protocol	Static IP routing
Remote Management Protocol	SNMP 1, Telnet, HTTP, HTTPS
Features	VLAN support, QoS, IGMP snooping
Compliant Standards	IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1D
Operating Humidity	10% to 90% non-condensing
Model	Catalyst 2960-SF Series

Summary

Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF Series Switches Overview

LAN Base Model Features

Lists features for Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF LAN Base models, including uplinks, PoE, and troubleshooting.

LAN Lite Model Features

Lists features for Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF LAN Lite models, including uplinks, troubleshooting, and warranty.

Switch Configurations and Stacking

Switch Model Configurations

Details configurations for Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF Series Switches with LAN Base and LAN Lite Software.

Cisco FlexStack Stacking

Explains Cisco FlexStack for true stacking, unified management, and high availability.

Key Technologies: PoE+, EnergyWise, SmartOperations

Power over Ethernet Plus (PoE+)

Details PoE+ capabilities, including power per port and total budget for switch models.

Cisco EnergyWise

Describes Cisco EnergyWise architecture for energy reduction and management.

Cisco Catalyst SmartOperations

Introduces Smart Install, Auto Smartports, and Smart Troubleshooting for simplified operations.

Ease-of-Use Features

Key Ease-of-Use Features

Lists features like AutoQoS, Auto-negotiation, and PAgP for simplified switch operation.

Network Management

Network Assistant and Prime Management

Covers Cisco Network Assistant and Cisco Prime for network management capabilities.

Security Features

Threat Defense

Details Cisco Integrated Security Features like Port Security, DHCP Snooping, and Dynamic ARP Inspection.

Cisco TrustSec

Explains TrustSec capabilities for authentication, access control, and policy management.

Advanced Security and High Availability

Other Advanced Security Features

Lists features like Private VLAN Edge, Multidomain Authentication, and BPDU Guard.

High Availability Features

Discusses FlexStack stacking and Cross-Stack EtherChannel for resiliency.

Quality of Service (QoS)

QoS Features Overview

Details QoS mechanisms like Cross-stack QoS, CoS/DSCP classification, and rate limiting.

Specifications - Performance and Scalability

Performance Metrics

Lists performance and scalability numbers including bandwidth, memory, and MAC addresses.

Specifications - Physical and Environmental

Dimensions, Weight, and Acoustics

Provides physical dimensions, weight, and acoustic noise levels for switch models.

Environmental Ranges

Details operating and storage temperature, altitude, and humidity specifications.

Specifications - MTBF, Connectors, and LEDs

Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF)

Lists MTBF values for various Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF models.

Connectors, LEDs, and Power

Describes network interfaces, stacking/console cables, power, and status LEDs.

Specifications - Management and Standards

Management and Standards Support

Lists supported MIBs, standards, and RFC compliance for the switches.

Specifications - Power and Consumption

Voltage, Current, and Power Rating

Details AC/DC input voltage, current, and power rating for the switch models.

Power Consumption

Shows power consumption figures based on traffic load for different switch models.

Regulatory Compliance and Warranty

Safety and Compliance Certifications

Lists safety certifications and electromagnetic emissions compliance for the switches.

Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty

Details the terms of the enhanced limited lifetime hardware warranty, including TAC support.

Software Update Policy and Services

Software Update Policy

Outlines the policy for maintenance updates and bug fixes for Cisco Catalyst LAN Base software.

Cisco Support Services

Describes available technical services like SMARTnet, Smart Foundation, Smart Care, and SP Base.

Ordering Information

Catalyst 2960-SF Series Switch Orders

Provides part numbers and descriptions for ordering Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF Series Switches.

Catalyst 2960-SF Accessories Orders

Lists part numbers and descriptions for ordering Cisco Catalyst 2960-SF accessories.