Cisco 68-2960-01 Central Forward Card

Cisco 68-2960-01 Central Forward Card
Cisco 68-2960-01 Central Forward Card
Overview The Cisco Central Forward Card (part number 68-2960-01) is a high-performance line card designed for integration into Cisco Catalyst 2960 series switches. It provides advanced forwarding capabilities, enabling efficient traffic handling and ... Read More
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  • Manufacturer: Cisco
  • Model or Part: 68-2960-01
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 1.00lb

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Overview
The Cisco Central Forward Card (part number 68-2960-01) is a high-performance line card designed for integration into Cisco Catalyst 2960 series switches. It provides advanced forwarding capabilities, enabling efficient traffic handling and improved network scalability. Ideal for enterprise edge and access layer deployments, this card delivers reliable performance while simplifying management and configuration.

Key Features

  • Enhanced forwarding engine for low latency packet processing
  • Supports up to 48 Ethernet ports per switch chassis
  • Built-in redundancy for high availability
  • Seamless integration with Cisco IOS Software and Cisco DNA Center
  • Energy efficient design reduces power consumption
  • Plug-and-play installation minimizes downtime

Technical Specifications

  • Model/Part Number: 68-2960-01
  • Form factor: Central line card for Cisco Catalyst 2960 series
  • Forwarding capacity: Up to 200 Gbps aggregate
  • Supported Ethernet speeds: 10/100/1000 Mbps
  • Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
  • Power draw: 15 Watts typical
  • Dimensions: Standard Cisco line card dimensions for 19 inch rack
  • Interface: RJ45 ports with auto-negotiation

Applications
The Central Forward Card is suited for a wide range of network environments, including:

  • Enterprise campus networks where high port density and reliable forwarding are required
  • Branch office deployments needing compact, power-efficient switching solutions
  • Data center access layers that demand low latency and high throughput
  • Industrial and retail locations where rugged performance and easy maintenance are essential

By adding the Cisco Central Forward Card to your Catalyst 2960 switch, you gain a scalable, resilient, and energy-efficient solution that supports growing network demands while simplifying operational overhead.