10Base-T, 100Base-TX + 2x10/100/1000Base-T(uplink)
The intuitive GUI simplifies setting up, running, and troubleshooting a network
Multicast settings allow for transparent integration of data, video, IP Communications, and
Integrated intelligence within the switch helps you detect device and network problems before Cisco Catalyst Express 500 Series switches deliver best-in-class networking that is designed to meet the needs of growing businesses with up to 250 employees. This family of Layer 2-managed Fast Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet switches offers non-blocking, wire-speed performance and provides a secure network foundation optimized for data, wireless, and IP Communications. The Cisco Catalyst Express 500 also offers options for Power over Ethernet (PoE) to help reduce the cost and complexity of IP Communications and enable new uses for the Ethernet network.

FREE WS-G5484= GBIC Module!
The Catalyst 2948G is a dedicated Ethernet switch featuring high-performance Layer 2 switching for the wiring closet, with low cost per port and advanced and proven software capable of supporting a wide variety of switching features. This new Catalyst switch provides an efficient, simple, and cost-effective method for improving performance and eliminating network congestion with high-speed, high-performance, Layer 2 intelligent enterprise switching. Fully integrated into the Catalyst family of switches, the Catalyst 2948G uses the same Catalyst system software as the industry-leading Catalyst 5000/5500 Series, thereby ensuring complete interoperability with existing Catalyst switches. And the mini GBIC port allows future expansion to alternate transmission media like optical fiber. It features non-blocking, wire-speed switching that forwards packets as fast as your network can deliver them.