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New Cisco Catalyst WS-C2950-12 12-Port Fast Ethernet Networking Switch
Bottom line: The New Cisco Catalyst WS-C2950-12 12-Port Fast Ethernet Networking Switch is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro networking cards category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
Model: Cisco Catalyst 2950. Type: Catalyst Switch. Ethernet Technology: Fast Ethernet (100-Mbit/s). Network Type: ATA over Ethernet. Interface: Ethernet (RJ-45). Form Factor: Rack-mountable - 1u. Number of LAN Ports: 12.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored New Cisco Catalyst WS-C2950-12 12-Port Fast Ethernet Networking Switch using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro networking cards category. Cisco's retro networking cards lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro networking cards of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| ports | 12 |
|---|---|
| uplink_ports | null |
| ethernet_speed | 10/100 Mbps |
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