Lower TCO with Fast Ethernet Access Deliver reliable and cost-effective network access with the Cisco Catalyst 2960-Plus Series of Fast Ethernet switches. These products provide the operational benefits of Cisco IOS Software for a range of wired access applications, including branches, conventional office workspaces, and infrastructure networks. Cisco Catalyst 2960-Plus Switches feature: – IEEE 802.3af-compliant Power over Ethernet (PoE) – LAN Base or LAN Lite Cisco IOS Software feature set – SmartOperations tools that simplify deployment and reduce the cost of network administration – Cisco EnergyWise technology to manage energy consumed by connected devices – An enhanced limited lifetime hardware warranty (E-LLW), providing next-business-day replacement Applications and Benefits The Cisco Catalyst 2960-Plus Series provides cost-effective, enterprise class Ethernet switching for: – Branch offices, remote sites, and retail locations – Conventional desktop workspaces – Building infrastructure, physical security, and other nontraditional access applications – Benefits of the 2960-Plus include: – Robust quality of service (QoS) that prioritizes voice and critical business applications – Flexible security features that can limit access to the network and mitigate threats – Tools that reduce total cost of ownership through simplified operations and automation