Catalyst 4500-X 16-Port 10G SFP+ Switch
Product Description
The Cisco WS‑C4500X‑16SFP+ is a 16-port 10 Gigabit SFP+ switch from the Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Series, designed for enterprise campus, data center, and aggregation networks that require high-performance, low-latency, and highly available switching.
This switch provides 16× 10G SFP+ ports, ideal for fiber uplinks, aggregation layers, or high-speed server connections. It supports Virtual Switching System (VSS), StackWise-Virtual, and advanced Layer 3 features, enabling high availability, redundancy, and scalable network architectures.
With Cisco IOS XE software, the WS‑C4500X‑16SFP+ delivers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing, QoS, security, and virtualization capabilities, making it ideal for core or distribution deployment in modern enterprise networks.
Model Type
16-Port 10G SFP+ Ethernet Switch — Fixed Aggregation / Campus Core
Category
Networking — Enterprise Campus / Data Center Switch
Key Features
16× 10G SFP+ Ports — High-speed fiber connectivity for aggregation or server links.
Advanced Layer 2/3 Switching — Supports VLANs, QoS, static & dynamic routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP).
High Availability — Supports VSS, StackWise-Virtual, redundant power supplies, and ISSU for minimal downtime.
Cisco IOS XE Software — Enables advanced automation, programmability, telemetry, and security.
Flexible Deployment — Ideal for campus core, distribution, or data center aggregation layers.
Scalable Architecture — Designed for enterprise networks requiring high throughput and low latency.
Redundant Power & Cooling — Hot-swappable power supplies and fans for continuous operation.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | WS‑C4500X‑16SFP+ |
| Series | Catalyst 4500-X |
| Port Count | 16 × 10G SFP+ |
| Uplink/Stacking | Supports VSS / StackWise-Virtual |
| Switching Capacity | 320 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 238 Mpps |
| Software | Cisco IOS XE |
| Deployment | Campus Core / Distribution / Data Center Aggregation |
| Form Factor | Fixed rack-mount |
| Use Case | High-performance aggregation or core layer switching |
Typical Use Cases
Campus Core & Distribution — High-performance Layer 2/3 switching with 10G fiber connectivity.
Data Center Aggregation — Provides low-latency connectivity for server and storage networks.
High Availability Networks — Redundant power, VSS, and StackWise-Virtual ensure continuous uptime.
Scalable Enterprise Networks — Supports automation, programmability, and flexible network architectures.
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