Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L End of Life & End of Support
Cisco Catalyst 2960-X 48 GigE PoE 740W, 2 x 10G SFP+, LAN Base
Supported through Oct 31, 2027The 2960-X was Cisco's high-volume Layer 2/Lite-L3 stackable access switch, here the 48-port full-PoE model. Cisco's bulletin migrates it to the fixed-uplink Catalyst 9200L.
Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L lifecycle milestone dates
- End-of-Sale Date
- Oct 31, 2022
- End of Software Maintenance
- Oct 31, 2023
- Last Date of Support (LDoS)
- Oct 31, 2027
Dates per Cisco’s official End-of-Sale/End-of-Life bulletin. Verify against your support contract before acting.
Running past End-of-Sale or Last Date of Support means no new Cisco TAC, hardware replacement, or security fixes. Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, scopes a like-for-like or better replacement, confirms TAA compliance, accepts the Government Purchase Card (GPC), and plans a low-risk cutover.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L end of life?
Cisco announced End-of-Sale for the WS-C2960X-48FPD-L effective Oct 31, 2022. The Last Date of Support (LDoS) is Oct 31, 2027, after which Cisco no longer provides support. Check the milestone dates on this page and plan your refresh accordingly.
What replaces the Cisco WS-C2960X-48FPD-L?
Cisco's recommended migration is the Catalyst 9200L 48-port PoE+, 4x10G SFP+ uplink, Base Switch. Uniqcli, an authorized Cisco partner, can quote the replacement TAA-compliant and GPC-payable, and help plan the cutover.
Can I still get support for the WS-C2960X-48FPD-L?
Yes, until the Last Date of Support (Oct 31, 2027) with an active SmartNet/Solution Support contract. Uniqcli can review your install base, confirm coverage, and quote a refresh.