Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4506-E Cisco Catalyst switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CSC-WS-C4506-E | Part #: WS-C4506-E | MPN: WS-C4506-E
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About the Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4506-E Cisco Catalyst switch
The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4506-E delivers up to 928 Gbps switching capacity and 250 Mpps maximum forwarding rate, engineered for mission-critical network environments where line-rate performance and reliability are non-negotiable. This modular chassis switch combines exceptional throughput with architectural flexibility, positioning it as a cornerstone platform for large-scale enterprise deployments across data centers and campus networks.
Built as a 7U rack-mountable chassis with 6 total slots—comprising 1 supervisor slot and 5 line card slots—the WS-C4506-E accommodates Supervisor Engine 6-E, 7-E, 7L-E, and 8-E options, allowing organizations to scale processing power according to workload demands. The platform supports comprehensive Layer 2 protocols including IEEE 802.1Q VLAN, Spanning Tree (RSTP/MSTP), EtherChannel (LACP/PAgP), and VTP, alongside Layer 3 routing capabilities including static routing, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and PIM for multicast environments. Network engineers and infrastructure architects rely on this switch for its redundant, hot-swappable 2-bay power supply architecture supporting 1400W, 2800W, 4200W, and 6000W AC options, coupled with non-disruptive availability features including redundant supervisor support, In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), and Stateful Switchover (SSO). Security is embedded through Cisco TrustSec, MACsec support (line card dependent), 802.1X authentication, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, and IP Source Guard. PoE capabilities span 802.3af, PoE+ (802.3at), and Universal PoE up to 60W per port, with availability dependent on line card configuration.
Enterprise IT procurement teams and network operations centers requiring proven, standards-compliant switching infrastructure should evaluate the Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4506-E for core and distribution layer deployments. Contact Omnixon Global today to request a quotation and discuss how this platform aligns with your network architecture requirements.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CSC-WS-C4506-E |
| Part Number | WS-C4506-E |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 6U |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C4506-E |
| Product Family | Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series |
| Product Type | Modular Chassis Switch |
| Form Factor | 7U rack-mountable chassis |
| Total Slots | 6 (1 supervisor slot + 5 line card slots) |
| Supervisor Compatibility | Supervisor Engine 6-E, 7-E, 7L-E, 8-E |
| Switching Capacity (max) | 928 Gbps (with Supervisor Engine 8-E) |
| Forwarding Rate (max) | 250 Mpps (with Supervisor Engine 8-E) |
| Power Supply Bays | 2 (redundant, hot-swappable, load-sharing) |
| Supported Power Supplies | 1400W AC, 2800W AC, 4200W AC, 6000W AC, DC options |
| PoE Support | PoE (802.3af), PoE+ (802.3at), Universal PoE (uPoE, up to 60W per port) — line card dependent |
| Layer 2 Protocols | IEEE 802.1Q VLAN, Spanning Tree (RSTP/MSTP), EtherChannel (LACP/PAgP), VTP |
| Layer 3 Routing | Static routing, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, PIM (multicast) — IOS/IOS-XE feature set dependent |
| Security Features | Cisco TrustSec, MACsec (line card dependent), 802.1X, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard |
| High Availability | Redundant supervisor support, In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), Stateful Switchover (SSO) |
| Management | Cisco IOS / IOS-XE CLI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RSPAN/SPAN, NetFlow (supervisor dependent), Syslog |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | Approximately 12.25 in x 17.25 in x 18.0 in (7U chassis) |
| Compliance | UL, CE, FCC Class A, RoHS |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4506-E Cisco Catalyst switch
What does the Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4506-E Cisco Catalyst switch do?
The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4506-E 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 4500 WS-C4506-E Cisco Catalyst switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4506-E 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.