Investing in the Cisco WS-C6504-E Catalyst 6500 Enhanced 4-slot chassis means ensuring the robust performance of your network infrastructure. The modular design of this chassis provides flexibility and longevity, allowing for the integration of the latest technology innovations and upgrades while protecting past investments. Its support for all Cisco Catalyst 6500 series Supervisor Engines makes it an adaptable solution fit for various networking needs, from basic enterprise networks to the most demanding data centers.
High system bandwidth capacities, reaching up to 2 Terabits with the Supervisor Engine 2T and extending to 4Tbps in Virtual Switching System (VSS) configurations, enables the chassis to support environments that demand high throughput for data, voice, and video traffic. The enhanced per-slot capacity, along with the ability to handle up to 210 million packets per second, ensures that the network can maintain peak performance even as demands increase.
Network resiliency is a top priority for businesses, and the WS-C6504-E’s capability for power and Supervisor Engine redundancy delivers just that. This means less downtime and more consistent connectivity for essential operations. Its compact 5 rack unit size saves valuable rack space while offering the scalability large organizations require.
Cisco is known for its comprehensive support and software updates, which means this chassis will not only perform reliably but also remain secure against emerging vulnerabilities. Additionally, the option to pair with other Catalyst 6500E switches for VSS further enhances operational continuity and simplifies the network topology, resulting in easier management and reduced operational costs.
Choosing the WS-C6504-E is a strategic decision that offers immediate performance benefits while positioning your network for future growth and challenges. Whether upgrading an existing infrastructure or designing a new one, this chassis provides the capabilities and reliability that modern enterprises need to stay competitive and efficient.
● Support all Cisco Catalyst 6500 series Supervisor Engine
● 4 slots with slot 1 and 2 support supervisor engine
● Power redundancy and Supervisor Engine redundancy supporting
● Up to 720Gbps system bandwidth with Supervisor engine 720
● Up to 2 Terabit system bandwidth with supervisor engine 2T
● Up to 1.4Tbps system bandwidth in VSS with Supervisor engine 720
● Up to 4Tbps system bandwidth in VSS with supervisor engine 2T
Cisco Catalyst 6504-E chassis offers 4 slots with Fan, slot 1 and 2 support supervisor engine. The solution provides centralized network architecture through simplified operations and delivers up to 80 Gbps per-slot bandwidth and 2 terabits centralized system bandwidth. The 6504-E Catalyst switch offers the broadest range of interface modules with industry-leading performance and advanced feature integration. Any two Cisco Catalyst 6500E series Switches with Supervisor Engine 720-3C/720-3CXL/S2T-10G/S2T-10G-XL can be pooled together into a VSS, the Chassis delivers up to 180 Gbps per-slot bandwidth and will be capable of delivering up to 8 Tbps of system bandwidth. The chassis offers superior investment protection by supporting all the Cisco Catalyst 6500 Supervisor Engines and associated LAN, WAN, and services modules.
Quick Specs
Figure 1 shows the appearance of WS-C6504-E.
Table 1 shows the Quick Specs.
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Product Code |
WS-C6504-E |
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Operating Altitude: |
Certified for operation: 0 to 6500 ft (0 to 2000 m). Designed and tested for operation: -200 to 10,000 ft (-60 to 3000 m). |
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AC Internal: |
110 |
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Power Supply Compatibility: |
AC: 2700W; DC: 2700W |
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Operating Temperature : |
32 F to 104 F (0 to 40 C) |
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Storage Temperature: |
-4 to 149 F (-20 to 65 C) |
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MTBF: |
677,643 hours |
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Maximum forwarding performance (IPv4): |
210 Mpps |
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Slots: |
4 |
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Max 1 GE ports: |
147 |
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Relative Humidity: |
Ambient (noncondensing) – Operating: 5% to 90%; Nonoperating and storage: 5% to 95% |
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Weight (fully configured): |
97 lbs (44 kg) |
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DC Internal: |
2700 |
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Weight (chassis): |
40 lbs (17.8 kg) |
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Dimensions (H x W x D): |
8.7 x 17.5 x 21.6 in. (22.2 x 44.5 x 55.2 cm.) |
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Max 10-100-1000 ports: |
145 |
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Max 10 GE ports: |
50 |
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Input Voltage: |
100 to 240 VAC; -48 to -60 VDC |
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Max 40 GE ports: |
12 |
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Rack Units: |
5 |
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Thermal Transition: |
0.5 C per minute (hot to cold); 0.33 C per minute (cold to hot) |
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Ports: |
16 |
Product Details
Figure 2 shows the Catalyst 6504-E Switch—Front View.
Note:
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① |
Supervisor engine |
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② |
Redundant supervisor engine |
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③ |
OSMs |
The Modules, Cards, Licenses
Table 2 shows the recommended elements for the WS-C6504-E.
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Category |
Model |
Description |
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Cards and Modules |
VS-S2T-10G |
Cisco 6500 Supervisor 2T VS-S2T-10G Catalyst 6500 Supervisor 2T – 2 ports 10GbE X2 – 2 ports SFP – MSFC5 PFC4 |
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VS-S2T-10G-XL |
Cisco 6500 Supervisor 2T VS-S2T-10G-XL Catalyst 6500 Supervisor 2T 80G System XL |
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Fan Tray |
FAN-MOD-4HS |
High-Speed Fan Module for 7604/6504-E |
Compare to Similar Items
Table 3 shows the comparison of WS-C6513-E and WS-C6504-E.
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Product Code |
WS-C6513-E |
WS-C6504-E |
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Power Supply Compatibility: |
AC: 3000W, 4000W, 6000W, 8700W; DC: 2500W, 4000W, 6000W |
AC: 2700W; DC: 2700W |
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MTBF: |
311,778 hours |
677,643 hours |
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Maximum forwarding performance (IPv4): |
720 Mpps |
210 Mpps |
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Slots: |
13 |
4 |
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Max 1 GE ports: |
534 |
147 |
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