Managed L2 Fast Ethernet PoE-switch Cisco C2960-24LC-S — 24x 10/100 RJ-45, PoE, 1U, refurbished

Refurbished Managed L2 Fast Ethernet PoE Switch Cisco C2960-24LC-S provides 24 Fast Ethernet (10/100) RJ-45 ports with Power over Ethernet capability in a 1U rack-mountable chassis. As a managed Layer 2 switch it supports full-duplex switching, an 8,000-entry MAC address table and a 50 Gbit/s switching capacity. The switch complies with multiple IEEE 802.1 and 802.3 standards for VLANs, QoS, spanning tree and port-based authentication, making it suitable for small to medium office edge networks, VoIP deployments and IP camera connectivity.

Advantages

The Cisco C2960-24LC-S offers centralized management features typical for managed switches, with support for SNMP, RMON and web/Telnet management which simplifies monitoring and configuration. Integrated PoE on multiple ports allows powering devices such as IP phones and cameras directly from the switch, reducing the need for separate power supplies. The compact 1U rack form factor and standard Fast Ethernet ports make it compatible with existing copper-based LAN cabling while providing a stable 50 Gbit/s switching capacity for edge-layer traffic.

Suitable for

• Small and medium office LAN edge connectivity
• VoIP phone systems requiring PoE power
• IP camera deployments and basic surveillance networks
• Network segments that require managed Layer 2 features (VLAN, QoS, spanning tree)

When it may not be suitable

This switch provides Fast Ethernet (10/100) ports only and does not support 10 Gbit/s uplinks, so it may not be suitable where high-throughput aggregation or modern datacenter uplinks are required. For networks that demand multi-gigabit edge ports or very high port densities of Gigabit Ethernet, consider switches with Gigabit or 10 Gigabit support instead.

Key specifications

• Port type and speed: 24 x 10/100 Fast Ethernet RJ-45 ports
• Power: Power over Ethernet (PoE) support on multiple ports
• Switching capacity: 50 Gbit/s
• MAC address table: 8,000 entries
• Managed features: SNMP, RMON, Telnet, HTTP, QoS, VLAN, spanning tree
• Standards compliance: IEEE 802.1D/Q/p/s/w/x and IEEE 802.3 family
• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable chassis
• Weight: approximately 4.5 kg
• Colour: Black

How to use

Install the switch in a standard 19-inch rack using the included rack-mount brackets or place it on a stable surface if rack mounting is not available. Connect network devices to the RJ-45 ports using Cat5e or Cat6 cabling, taking care to use quality cables for reliable links. If using PoE-powered devices, confirm the device's power class and the switch's available PoE budget to avoid exceeding capacity. Access the management interface via web GUI, Telnet or SNMP to configure VLANs, QoS, spanning tree and security features. Regularly monitor port status and system logs to maintain network stability.

What to consider before purchase

• Port speed requirement: device supports 10/100 Mbps only, no built-in Gigabit ports
• PoE budget and number of ports that require powered connections
• Need for uplink speed—consider separate Gigabit uplink devices if required
• Refurbished condition: verify warranty and seller refurbishment details

Recommendations

For reliable operation, use appropriate category cabling (Cat5e or Cat6), monitor overall PoE load to stay within the switch’s power budget, and configure VLANs and QoS to prioritise voice and camera traffic. Schedule firmware and configuration backups and integrate the switch into your SNMP or network management system for ongoing monitoring.