The Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series switches include fixed-configuration Layer 2 standalone switches with 10/100 Fast Ethernet and 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet ports. Integrated security features such as Network Admission Control, advanced Quality of Service capabilities, and reliability characterize this series. They are designed for enhanced LAN services for medium-sized businesses, as entry-level switches for large enterprises, and for branch offices. Switches are available with and without Power Over Ethernet (PoE), as well as with LAN Base and LAN Lite software.