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Cisco WS-C2960X-48LPS-L Refurbished 48-Port PoE+ Switch w/ Stack
MPN: WS-C2960X-48LPS-L
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Professionally tested, factory reset, and ready to deploy — backed by 25 years of enterprise trust.
This refurbished Cisco WS-C2960X-48LPS-L is a Catalyst 2960-X Series 1U rack-mountable switch featuring 48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet PoE+ ports, four 1G SFP uplinks, and the Cisco IOS LAN Base feature set. It ships bundled with the C2960X-STACK FlexStack-Plus hot-swappable stacking module, enabling out-of-the-box stacking capability. Every unit is professionally tested and reset to factory defaults under WhaleyComm's ISO 9001-certified process before shipment.The WS-C2960X-48LPS-L delivers a 370W PoE+ budget, a switching bandwidth of 216 Gbps, and a forwarding rate of 107.1 Mpps — performance metrics suited to high-density access-layer deployments. The included C2960X-STACK module supports up to eight switches in a single logical stack over an 80 Gbps FlexStack-Plus backplane, providing unified management under a single IP address. The module is hot-swappable and backward compatible with Cisco FlexStack.
This bundle represents significant savings versus new list pricing — making it an ideal choice for organizations expanding network infrastructure, refreshing access-layer hardware, or building resilient stacked deployments on a controlled budget. WhaleyComm's 25+ years and 5,000+ enterprise customers stand behind every unit we ship.
Technical Specifications
Part Number
WS-C2960X-48LPS-L
Enclosure Type
Rack-mountable — 1U
IOS Feature Set
LAN Base
Downlink Ports
48 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet (RJ-45)
Uplink Ports
4 x 1G SFP
PoE Standard
PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)
Available PoE Power
370W
Switching Bandwidth
216 Gbps
Forwarding Performance
107.1 Mpps
DRAM
512 MB
Flash Memory
128 MB
CPU
APM86392 600 MHz dual core
Console Ports
USB (Type-B), Ethernet RJ-45
Max Stack Members
8
Stack Bandwidth
80 Gbps (FlexStack-Plus)
Max Active VLANs
1023
Height
1.75 in (4.5 cm)
Width
17.5 in (44.5 cm)
Depth
14.5 in (36.8 cm)
Weight
12.9 lb (5.8 kg)
Input Voltage
110V–240V AC (auto-ranging)
Ideal Use Cases
Enterprise Access-Layer Deployment
Provides 48 PoE+ ports and 4 SFP uplinks in a single 1U chassis, making it well suited for connecting end-user devices, IP phones, and wireless access points in enterprise wiring closets.
High-Density PoE Environments
With a 370W PoE+ budget, this switch can power IP cameras, wireless APs, and VoIP handsets across large floor plans without requiring additional power injectors.
Stacked Campus Access Networks
The included C2960X-STACK FlexStack-Plus module enables stacking of up to eight switches as a single logical unit, simplifying management and increasing port density for growing campus networks.
Branch Office Networking
The LAN Base feature set, single fixed power supply, and compact 1U form factor make this switch a cost-effective and manageable solution for branch office access-layer connectivity.
Infrastructure Refresh or Budget-Constrained Projects
Refurbished and professionally tested to factory specification, this unit delivers proven Cisco performance at a fraction of new list pricing — ideal for capital-constrained IT refresh cycles.
What's Included
Cisco WS-C2960X-48LPS-L Catalyst 2960-X 48-Port PoE+ Switch (refurbished)
Cisco C2960X-STACK FlexStack-Plus Hot-Swappable Stacking Module
Power Cord
Rack-Mount Hardware
Certificate of Testing
Lifetime Warranty — No Time Limits. No Questions.
Every WhaleyComm unit ships with a Lifetime Warranty. If it fails under normal operating conditions at any point, we replace it. We have stood behind our hardware for 25 years and 5,000+ customers — that is not a marketing line, it is our operating standard.
Compatibility Details
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COMPATIBLE PLATFORMS
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The Cisco WS-C2960X-48LPS-L is compatible with Cisco IOS LAN Base software.
COMPATIBLE OPTICS & CABLES
✓
SFP uplink ports are compatible with standard Cisco GLC-SX-MMD, GLC-LH-SMD, and other Cisco-qualified 1G SFP transceivers.
ADDITIONAL COMPATIBILITY
✓
The included C2960X-STACK FlexStack-Plus module supports stacking with other Catalyst 2960-X LAN Base switches (up to 8 units) and mixed stacking with Catalyst 2960-S and 2960-SF LAN Base switches equipped with FlexStack modules (up to 4 units in a mixed stack).
For compatibility verification specific to your environment, contact our engineering team: +1 214 607-4800 or sales@whaleycomm.com
Shipping & Returns
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Shipping
Orders typically ship within 1-2 business days after payment confirmation. Tracking details are shared once the order has been dispatched.
Returns
Eligible products can be returned according to WhaleyComm's return policy. For DOA, warranty, or product-related issues, contact the support team for replacement or resolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Product-specific answers about compatibility, testing, warranty, fulfilment, and purchase confidence.
Yes. This listing includes the Cisco C2960X-STACK FlexStack-Plus module, which enables stacking of up to eight Catalyst 2960-X LAN Base switches as a single logical unit managed under one IP address. The module is hot-swappable and backward compatible with the original FlexStack standard.
The WS-C2960X-48LPS-L provides a total PoE+ budget of 370W across its 48 ports, supporting IEEE 802.3at (PoE+). This budget can power 12 ports at 30W each, 24 ports at 15.4W each, or up to 48 ports at approximately 7.4W each depending on your device mix.
This model runs Cisco IOS LAN Base. Per Cisco's design, the LAN Base feature set cannot be upgraded to IP Lite or IP Base — the feature set is fixed at the hardware level for this SKU.
Yes. Every WhaleyComm unit ships with a Lifetime Warranty. If it fails under normal operating conditions at any point, we replace it at no cost — no time limits, no questions asked.
Every unit goes through our ISO 9001-certified testing process: full power-on diagnostics, port-by-port functionality testing, firmware verification, factory reset, and final inspection. A Certificate of Testing ships with every unit.
Cisco WS-C2960X-48LPS-L Refurbished 48-Port PoE+ Switch w/ Stack
$115.00
Cisco
Cisco WS-C2960X-48LPS-L Refurbished 48-Port PoE+ Switch w/ Stack
MPN: WS-C2960X-48LPS-L
$115.00
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