Cisco Systems Comprehensive Guide to Cisco 2950 Manual and Catalyst 2950 Series

Page 1

Supported Cisco Switches

This section lists all supported Cisco switches:

Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches, page 93

Cisco Catalyst 3550 Series Switches, page 97

Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series Switches, page 101

Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switches, page 105

Cisco ME 3400 Series Ethernet Access Switches, page 114

Cisco Catalyst 3750 Metro Series Switches, page 119

Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches

This section contains:

Supported Network Elements for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches, page 93

Supported Software Version for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches, page 94

Supported Modules for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches, page 94

Supported Technologies on Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches, page 94

Supported Service Alarms for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches, page 95

Supported Topologies for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches, page 96

Supported Network Resource Management Components for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches, page 97

Supported Network Elements for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches

 

 

Table 95

Supported Network Element for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series Switches

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Device Type

 

sysObjectID

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WS-C2950-12

 

.1.3.6.1.4.1.9.1.323

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WS-C2950-12-EI

.1.3.6.1.4.1.9.1.323

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WS-C2950-24

 

.1.3.6.1.4.1.9.1.324

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WS-C2950-24-EI

.1.3.6.1.4.1.9.1.324

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cisco Active Network Abstraction VNE Reference

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OL-15002-01

 

 

 

 

93

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Image 1
Contents Device Type SysObjectID Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series SwitchesSoftware Version Support Available Supported Modules for Cisco Catalyst 2950 Series SwitchesPart Number Support Available Technologies SchemesMpls Mpls TE Technologies Event Name Supported Support Added ExpeditedCPU CDP Additional InformationMpls BGPFunctionality Cisco Catalyst 3550 Series SwitchesTelnet Device Type SysObjectID Yes Cisco ANA Component Overutilized Supported Modules for Cisco Catalyst 3550 Series Switches100 Supported Topologies for Cisco Catalyst 3550 Series Switches101 Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series SwitchesDevice Type Supported Modules for Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series SwitchesSoftware Support Minimum Available Description VersionPOS Ospf103 104 Supported Topologies for Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series Switches105 Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series SwitchesIOS Supported Modules for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series SwitchesSupport Available Description 106107 Part Number Support Available Description108 109 Technologies Schemes Application110 Supported Service Alarms for Cisco 6500 Series111 Supported Topologies for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switches112 Description Interfaces Used Transport ProtocolsMIP MEP114 Cisco ME 3400 Series Ethernet Access Switches115 116 117 Technique Additional Information118 119 Cisco Catalyst 3750 Metro Series Switches120 GLC-GE-100FX121 122 123 124 125 126
Related manuals
Manual 2 pages 5.2 Kb

2950 specifications

Cisco Systems 2950 is a popular series of Ethernet switches that was initially released in the early 2000s, catering to the growing demand for efficient networking solutions in enterprise environments. Designed primarily for small to medium-sized businesses, the Cisco 2950 family emphasizes ease of use, versatility, and enhancement of network performance.

One of the main features of the Cisco 2950 series is its ability to provide Layer 2 switching capabilities. With support for multiple VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks), the 2950 allows network administrators to segment network traffic efficiently, improving security and performance without requiring additional hardware. Each switch in the 2950 series typically includes several 10/100Mbps Ethernet ports, enabling connections for various devices like computers, printers, and IP phones.

The 2950 series employs Cisco's IOS (Internetwork Operating System), which offers a robust command-line interface for configuration and management. This operating system provides a range of features such as Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize critical network traffic, Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) to prevent loop creation within the network, and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) for combining multiple connections in a single logical link to enhance bandwidth and provide redundancy.

Another notable characteristic of the Cisco 2950 is its reliability and scalability. With options for up to 48 ports in a single switch, it can accommodate growing network demands without requiring significant infrastructure changes. Moreover, the switches in this series are designed to support various network topologies, allowing businesses to expand their networks seamlessly.

Security features play a significant role in the Cisco 2950’s design. The switches offer features like port security to restrict access based on MAC addresses, as well as 802.1x authentication to ensure that only authorized devices connect to the network. These security measures are crucial in protecting sensitive data and maintaining compliance with organizational policies.

In summary, Cisco Systems 2950 is a reliable and feature-rich Ethernet switch series suitable for small to medium-sized businesses seeking efficient networking solutions. With its extensive VLAN support, robust security features, and range of enterprise-level capabilities, the 2950 line continues to be a valuable asset in many networking environments despite the advancement of newer models. It embodies Cisco's commitment to providing scalable, versatile, and business-oriented networking products.