Cisco Catalyst 6500/6800 C6880-X-LE-16P10G Cisco Catalyst switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-C6880-X-LE-16P10G | Part #: C6880-X-LE-16P10G | MPN: C6880-X-LE-16P10G
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About the Cisco Catalyst 6500/6800 C6880-X-LE-16P10G Cisco Catalyst switch
The Cisco Catalyst 6880-X line-card model C6880-X-LE-16P10G delivers 16 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity via SFP+ interfaces, making it a high-density uplink solution for enterprise data centre and campus backbone deployments. Compatible with both the Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series and Cisco Catalyst 6800 Series chassis, this fixed form-factor module integrates seamlessly into existing modular switch architectures and supports a full range of 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR, and compatible SFP+ transceivers for flexible link distances and reach.
The C6880-X-LE-16P10G operates as a Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching platform running Cisco IOS-XE, enabling network engineers and infrastructure architects to deploy advanced routing protocols including OSPFv2, OSPFv3, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS, RIPv2, and IPv6 routing across mission-critical networks. High-availability features such as Stateful Switchover (SSO), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), and In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) ensure continuous operation during maintenance windows. Security is delivered through ACLs (VACL, RACL), 802.1X port-based authentication, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and IP Source Guard, while hardware-accelerated QoS with DSCP marking, traffic shaping, policing, and queuing mechanisms provide deterministic performance. The module supports IEEE 802.1Q VLANs (up to 4094), spanning tree variants (STP, RSTP, MSTP), and MPLS at the platform level, complemented by comprehensive management via SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, NetFlow, and Cisco DNA Centre integration.
IT procurement teams and network operations centres seeking to augment Catalyst 6500 or 6800 series deployments with high-speed, standards-compliant 10GbE capacity will find the Cisco Catalyst 6880-X-LE-16P10G a proven choice for backbone consolidation and edge connectivity. To specify this module for your infrastructure or to request availability and configurations, please submit an RFQ through Omnixon Global.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-C6880-X-LE-16P10G |
| Part Number | C6880-X-LE-16P10G |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount |
| Interface | 10GbE |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C6880-X-LE-16P10G |
| Product Series | Cisco Catalyst 6880-X |
| Compatible Chassis | Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series, Cisco Catalyst 6800 Series |
| Form Factor | Fixed line-card / chassis-integrated module |
| 10GbE SFP+ Ports | 16 x SFP+ (10 Gigabit Ethernet) |
| Port Type | SFP+ (supports 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR, and compatible SFP+ transceivers) |
| Switching | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS-XE |
| High Availability Features | Stateful Switchover (SSO), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) |
| Routing Protocols | OSPFv2, OSPFv3, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS, RIPv2, IPv6 routing |
| QoS | Hardware-accelerated QoS, DSCP marking, traffic shaping, policing, and queuing |
| Security Features | ACLs (VACL, RACL), 802.1X port-based authentication, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard |
| Management | SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, NetFlow, CLI (SSH/Telnet), Cisco DNA Centre compatible |
| VLAN Support | IEEE 802.1Q, up to 4094 VLANs |
| Spanning Tree | IEEE 802.1D STP, 802.1w RSTP, 802.1s MSTP |
| MPLS Support | Yes (platform-level, supervisor-dependent) |
| Standards Compliance | IEEE 802.3ae (10GbE), IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.3x |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Catalyst 6500/6800 C6880-X-LE-16P10G Cisco Catalyst switch
What does the Cisco Catalyst 6500/6800 C6880-X-LE-16P10G Cisco Catalyst switch do?
The Cisco Catalyst 6500/6800 C6880-X-LE-16P10G Cisco Catalyst switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
Is the Cisco Catalyst 6500/6800 C6880-X-LE-16P10G Cisco Catalyst switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Catalyst 6500/6800 C6880-X-LE-16P10G Cisco Catalyst switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.