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Catalyst 2984G, 2948G-GE-TX, and 2980G Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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Product Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the features and components of the
Catalyst 2948G, 2948G-GE-TX, and 2980G switches. It contains these sections:
Switch Description, page 1
Switch Components, page 7
Note Throughout this guide, Catalyst 2980G switch refers to both the Catalyst 2980G
switch and the Catalyst 2980G-A switch, unless otherwise noted.

Switch Description

The Catalyst 2948G, 2948G-GE-TX, and 2980G switches are designed for
high-performance, high-density wiring-closet applicati ons. Figu re1 -1 through
Figure 1-3 show the switches.