Product Type | Software Relicense |
Form Factor | Digital product / License |
Compatible Hardware | Cisco Catalyst 2960X-24TS-L |
Switching Capacity | 50 Gbps (hardware supported) |
Forwarding Rate | 41.7 Mpps (hardware supported) |
Layer Support | Layer 2 |
PoE Support | No |
Compatible Software | Cisco IOS LAN Lite |
Software Version | LAN Lite |
Renewal Type | Relicense |
Transfer Type | Re-licensing of existing switch |
Model Compatibility | C2960X-24TS-LL |
License Type | Perpetual |
License Quantity | 1 switch |
Licensing Method | Manual/Smart Licensing (depending on Cisco portal) |
CISCO Catalyst 2960 24 GE LAN Lite Software Relicense



Key Benefits

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- Enables cost-effective reuse of existing Cisco Catalyst 2960 network hardware without purchasing replacements
- TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing make it suitable for government and regulatory-sensitive environments
- Provides valid licensing for continued operation under Cisco IOS LAN Lite software
Product Overview
The CISCO Catalyst 2960 24 GE LAN Lite Software Relicense enables organizations to extend the use and licensing of Catalyst 2960 family switches that offer 24 Gigabit Ethernet ports without Power over Ethernet (PoE) functionality. This relicense is for Cisco IOS LAN Lite, suited for simplified Layer 2 deployments. It is TAA-compliant and manufactured in the United States, making it ideal for federal or regulated environments. This relicense helps users continue using existing network equipment while maintaining software compliance and cost-efficiency.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W × D × H) | 44.5 × 28.0 × 4.5 cm (17.5 × 11.0 × 1.75 in.) |
Product Weight (Hardware) | 4.5 kg (9.9 lbs) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
Storage Temperature | -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 95% non-condensing |
Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) (Hardware) | 474,460 hours |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Software Compatibility | Cisco Network Assistant, CLI, Web UI |
License Delivery Method | Electronic / Cisco Smart Licensing |
Cloud Feature Access | Limited — Local switch management only (LAN Lite does not support Cisco DNA Center) |
Interfaces
Gigabit Ethernet Ports (Hardware) | 24 × 10/100/1000 Mbps |
Uplink Ports (Hardware) | 4 × 1G SFP |
Console Ports (Hardware) | 1 × RJ-45, 1 × USB (Type B) |
Power Supply (Hardware) | Internal, fixed power supply |
MAC Address Table Size (Hardware) | 8192 entries |
Flash Memory (Hardware) | 128 MB |
DRAM (Hardware) | 256 MB |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
WEEE Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Part 15 Class A |
Advanced Security Features
Security Features | 802.1x authentication, Port Security, DHCP Snooping |
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Standard Layer 2 Access Lists |
Storm Control | Broadcast, multicast, and unicast |
Static Routing | No (not supported in LAN Lite) |