Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4510R-E Cisco Catalyst switch

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches

SKU: CSC-WS-C4510R-E | Part #: WS-C4510R-E | MPN: WS-C4510R-E

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About the Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4510R-E Cisco Catalyst switch

Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing capabilities determine fabric role and deployment architecture within modern enterprise networks. The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4510R-E is a modular chassis switch engineered for organizations requiring high-density, carrier-class switching with redundancy at every level. This rack-mountable platform delivers up to 848 Gbps switching capacity (supervisor-dependent) across 10 total slots—comprising 8 line card slots plus 2 dedicated redundant supervisor slots that support Supervisor Engine 6-E, 7-E, 7L-E, and 8-E options.

Network engineers and IT infrastructure teams select the WS-C4510R-E for its robust availability features: Stateful Switchover (SSO), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), and In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) ensure business continuity during maintenance. The switch occupies 14U of rack space and ships with dual hot-swappable power supply bays supporting N+1 redundancy. Front-to-back airflow cooling with hot-swappable fan trays minimizes downtime. Cisco Catalyst 4500-E series line cards—supporting Gigabit Ethernet, 10GE, and PoE/PoE+ options—plug directly into the chassis. Management via CLI (Console/SSH/Telnet), SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, and NetFlow (supervisor-dependent) integrates seamlessly with enterprise monitoring stacks. The platform runs Cisco IOS or IOS-XE (dependent on supervisor) and complies with IEEE 802.1Q, 802.1X, 802.3ad, 802.3af, and 802.3at standards.

Enterprise Deployment Scenarios

  • Core and distribution layer switching in large data centers requiring 848 Gbps throughput and supervisor redundancy
  • Campus network backbone deployments with dual supervisor engines for non-stop operation during upgrades
  • High-availability environments leveraging SSO and NSF across both Layer 2 and Layer 3 domains
  • Multi-service networks combining PoE/PoE+ line cards for IP phones and wireless access points with 10GE uplinks
  • Carrier-grade facilities requiring stateful switchover and in-service software upgrades without traffic loss

For technical specifications, compatibility matrices, and deployment guidance on the WS-C4510R-E, contact Omnixon Global to submit an RFQ.

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Switches
SKUCSC-WS-C4510R-E
Part NumberWS-C4510R-E
ConditionNew
Form Factor10U
InterfaceGigabit Ethernet
Manufacturer Part NumberWS-C4510R-E
Product SeriesCisco Catalyst 4500-E
Form FactorModular chassis, rack-mountable
Total Slots10 (8 line card slots + 2 dedicated redundant supervisor slots)
Supervisor RedundancySupported — dual supervisor slots with SSO/NSF
Compatible SupervisorsSupervisor Engine 6-E, 7-E, 7L-E, 8-E
Switching CapacityUp to 848 Gbps (supervisor-dependent)
Rack Units14U
Power Supply Bays2 (N+1 redundancy supported)
Power Supply TypeHot-swappable; supports Cisco Catalyst 4500-E series power supplies
CoolingFront-to-back airflow; hot-swappable fan trays
Line Card CompatibilityCisco Catalyst 4500-E series line cards (Gigabit Ethernet, 10GE, PoE/PoE+)
SoftwareCisco IOS or IOS-XE (dependent on installed supervisor engine)
Layer SupportLayer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing
High Availability FeaturesStateful Switchover (SSO), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) with compatible supervisors
Standards ComplianceIEEE 802.1Q, 802.1X, 802.3ad, 802.3af, 802.3at (line card dependent)
ManagementCLI (Console/SSH/Telnet), SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, NetFlow (supervisor-dependent)
Operating Temperature0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature-25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)
Relative Humidity (Operating)10% to 85% non-condensing
Product TypeManaged modular chassis switch

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4510R-E Cisco Catalyst switch

What does the Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4510R-E Cisco Catalyst switch do?

The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4510R-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-C4510R-E Cisco Catalyst switch compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco Catalyst 4500 WS-C4510R-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.