Q.Do the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series Switches support Cisco Generic Online Diagnostics (GOLD) for in-field hardware debugging?
A.Yes. The Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series supports the following GOLD tests:
●TestPortAsicStackPortLoopback
●TestPortAsicLoopback
●TestPortAsicCam
●TestPortAsicMem
●TestInlinePwrCtlr
The Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series Switches do not support the following GOLD tests:
●TestPortAsicRingLoopback
●TestMicRingLoopback
Q.Do the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series Switches support Cisco EnergyWise?
A.Yes.
Q.Do the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series Switches support Smart Install?
A.Yes, but only in client mode. The Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series Switches cannot act as directors (IBD).
Q.Can I obtain a Cisco IOS Software update for the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series at no additional cost?
A.Yes. Cisco offers ongoing Cisco IOS Software updates for certain fixed-configuration and stackable Cisco Catalyst switches at no additional cost. For the life of the product, updates within the Cisco IOS Software package purchased (LAN Lite, LAN Base and IP Lite) will be made available.
Q.How do I get an update for the Cisco IOS Software for the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series at no additional cost?
A.Visit http://www.cisco.com, click “Downloads,” and select “Switch Software.” Downloading software requires a Cisco.com username and password. If you do not have a Cisco.com username, you can obtain one by clicking “Register” at the top of any page on Cisco .com.
Intelligent Services
Q.What is NetFlow-Lite?
A.The Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series supports hardware-driven NetFlow-Lite. NetFlow-Lite uses sampled flows to provide statistics for network traffic accounting, network monitoring, and network planning. A flow is created using a flow record, which defines the unique keys of the flow. NetFlow-Lite provides valuable information about network users and applications, peak usage times, and traffic routing.
Q.Is NetFlow-Lite supported on all Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series models?
A.NetFlow-Lite is not supported on LAN Lite models. It is supported on LAN Base and IP Lite models of the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series.
Q.Is NetFlow-Lite supported on all ports of the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series?
A.NetFlow-Lite is natively supported on all downlink and uplink ports of the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series. No service module is required to support NetFlow-Lite on the Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series.
Q.Is NetFlow-Lite supported on mixed stacks?
A.Yes, NetFlow-Lite is supported on mixed stacks (stacks of Cisco Catalyst 2960-S and 2960-X Series Switches). But NetFlow-Lite monitor can be attached only on Cisco Catalyst 2960-X Series ports.
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