WS-C2950G-48-EI Cisco Catalyst 2950G 48-Port Managed Network Switch
Bottom line: The WS-C2950G-48-EI Cisco Catalyst 2950G 48-Port Managed Network 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
Layer 2 switching functionality. 48 FastEthernet/IEEE 802.3 interface(s). 2 Gigabit Ethernet/IEEE 802.3 interface(s). Supports SNMP for network monitoring. Port Speed. No Power over Ethernet (PoE) support.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored WS-C2950G-48-EI Cisco Catalyst 2950G 48-Port Managed Network 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 | 48 |
|---|---|
| management | Managed |
| uplink_type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| uplink_ports | 2 |
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