C2960S-STACK-LN

Network stacking module

Product Overview

When businesses are trying to get off the ground, margins are tight, staffing size increases rapidly, and efficiency matters. Consequently, network administrators tasked with keeping all of the employees connected while maintaining a trim budget benefit from prioritizing flexibility. Stackable Ethernet network switches allow for flexibility and ease of management by simplifying wiring and working as one unit. However, if a typical stacking switch in the series goes down or needs repair, the network likely goes down too. Network switches from Cisco leveraging the FlexStack technology solve this by emulating the backplane of pricier chassis configuration network switches.

The Cisco C2960X-STACK FlexStack-Plus hot-swappable stacking module goes into the back of a compatible Catalyst FlexStack-Plus 2960-X Ethernet network switch. Two FlexStack cables connect the module to the other FlexStack modules, and the stack of Catalyst switches work as one. Up to eight Catalyst switches can be added to the series. Each Cisco Catalyst 2960X switch is part of the single stack, and the modules allow for simple fail-over problem solving. If a switch in the stack goes down and needs to be replaced, the FlexStack technology still maintains network connectivity. The module pulls out of the back of the switch being replaced without causing you to have to spend time searching for the wiring map. When the business grows, it's simple to add another Cisco Catalyst 2960X switch to the series thanks to FlexStack technology. This flexibility benefits small businesses that are too large for simple routers but aren't ready for a chassis-type configuration. The FlexStack model simplifies setup, with one switch in the stack series connecting to the router to act as master. The other Cisco switches in the series are configured to be controlled by the master switch for management and administration.

The specifications from Cisco list bidirectional stack bandwidth of up to 80 GB/s using any number up to eight. When the business requires capacity beyond that, the tools provided by Cisco make it easy to simply start another stack. This remarkably flexible system from Cisco combines the dynamic adaptability of stacking systems with the backplate of a chassis system. The ability to keep a connection up while performing maintenance with incorporating patches or accessories in the process saves time, which eventually helps increase productivity and achievement. You can easily add members without strain to ensure that access is available to everyone who needs it.

It all starts with the hot-swappable FlexStack-Plus module providing the flexibility and options to respond to business needs with efficiency. Advanced networking capabilities rarely come with both elegantly responsive adaptability and a budget-friendly price point that scales with growth. Cisco Systems created FlexStack technology with the growing business in mind, meeting modern tech demands while considering lean, mean resources. The ease of management that comes with a set of equipment working as a single unit simplifies and streamlines administration. For the new business focused on growth with efficiency, the Cisco C2960X-STACK FlexStack-Plus module is a must. Make a wise choice as you start designing your stack today.