A PICS Telecom 101 on the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X/XR Series from the Cisco Catalyst platform

The Cisco Catalyst 2960-X/XR Series is a versatile line of stackable and standalone switches that offer Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, advanced security features, and options for Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality. With support for stacking, energy efficiency, and various management tools, these switches provide a reliable and adaptable solution for enterprise networking needs.

PICS Telecom offers the largest inventory of new and used multi-vendor telecom network products and data equipment. Providing critical spares and services to over 2000 customers in over 100 countries. All equipment provided is thoroughly tested to ensure it is in excellent working condition and is backed by PICS’ comprehensive warranty.

Key Features:

1. Gigabit Ethernet: The switches offer Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for fast data transfer rates and reliable network performance.
2. Stacking: The Catalyst 2960-X/XR Series supports stacking, allowing you to combine multiple switches into a single logical unit for improved scalability, redundancy, and simplified management.
3. Flexible Ports: These switches come with various port configurations, including Gigabit Ethernet and 10 Gigabit Ethernet, providing flexibility to accommodate different network requirements.
4. Energy Efficiency: The switches incorporate Cisco’s Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) and other power-saving features, contributing to reduced power consumption and operational costs.
5. Layer 2 and Layer 3: The series supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality, enabling advanced routing and switching capabilities for efficient network design.
6. Advanced Security: The Catalyst 2960-X/XR Series offers security features such as Cisco TrustSec, MACsec encryption, and Access Control Lists (ACLs) for enhanced network protection.
7. Quality of Service (QoS): QoS capabilities allow you to prioritize critical applications and traffic, ensuring optimal performance for different types of data flows.
8. Advanced Management: The switches provide support for Cisco’s Network Assistant and other management tools for easier configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
9. Standalone or Stacking Flexibility: The series offers the choice between standalone operation or stacking, giving you flexibility in how you design and manage your network.
10. Redundancy and Resilience: The Catalyst 2960-X/XR Series switches include features like Redundant Power Supplies (RPS) and hot-swappable fans to enhance network availability and reliability.