Cisco Catalyst 2960C 8 FE PoE LAN Base | Dual Uplink Access Switch — CON-L12HR-VG204XM

Support essential network endpoints with a compact Cisco switch designed for access-layer deployments. The Catalyst 2960C combines 8 Fast Ethernet PoE ports with dual uplinks, giving IT teams a practical way to connect and power phones, cameras, and other devices from a single platform. In small offices, branch sites, and wiring closets, the value of this design is in its balance: enough PoE capacity for common edge devices, plus uplink options that help fit the switch into existing network topologies. LAN Base switching provides the feature set expected in straightforward enterprise access environments, where reliability and consistency matter more than excess complexity. This model is a strong fit when you need Cisco switching at the edge without moving to a larger chassis or a higher-capacity platform. It helps standardize deployments, reduce endpoint power adapters, and keep the network footprint compact. For organizations that buy on lifecycle, supportability, and predictable access-layer behavior, this switch offers a focused specification set that maps well to real-world branch requirements. Ideal For Connecting VoIP phones in distributed offices Powering surveillance cameras in network closets Supporting access networking in small retail sites Standardizing Cisco edge switching across branch locations Why This Product 1 Provides PoE for endpoint power without separate adapters 2 Offers dual uplinks for flexible upstream connectivity 3 Targets access-layer use rather than core switching 4 Fits compact branch and closet installations