Brand: Cisco · SKU: WS-C4506 · MPN: WS-C4506 · Category: Networking
The Cisco WS-C4506 is a 6-slot, enterprise-grade, modular Ethernet Switch Chassis from the Catalyst 4500 Series, designed for high-performance, resilient network deployment. It features a design that supports Layer 2-4 switching, integrated resiliency features, and scalability for converged voice, video, and data networks. The chassis includes slots for a Supervisor Engine (Slot 1) and up to five line cards (Slots 2-6), allowing for flexible port density and feature configuration. The WS-C4506 supports various Cisco Catalyst 4500 series supervisor engines and line cards, which must be ordered separately. It is designed to support redundant power supplies and fan trays for high availability. Note: The WS-C4506 model is officially End-of-Life (EOL), with service support ending on 2015-07-31. The E-Series equivalent is often the WS-C4506-E.
| Manageable | Yes |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch Chassis |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 / Layer 4 |
| Expansion Slot Type | Supervisor Engine (Slot 1), Line Card (Slots 2-6) |
| Included Components | Chassis with Fan, Slot Cover (C4K-SLOT-CVR), Rack/Cable Guide Hardware (No Power Supply or Supervisor Engine) |
| Management Protocols | SNMP, RMON, RMON II, Telnet, Ethernet MIBs |
| Supported Supervisor Engines | Supervisor Engine II, II-Plus, III, IV (for WS-C4506) |
| Number of Total Expansion Slots | 6 |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty (as stated for WS-C4506-E, status for original model is tied to EOL date) |
| Weight | Approx. 100.00 lb (for WS-C4506) or approx. 44 lbs (for WS-C4506-E) |
| Dimensions | 17.4 in. H x 17.3 in. W x 12.5 in. D (for WS-C4506) |
The Cisco Catalyst 4506 is a high-performance, modular chassis switch offering robust Layer 2-4 switching capabilities. It supports up to six total slots, with one reserved for a supervisor engine and five for various line cards, enabling scalable deployments. The platform emphasizes resiliency through support for redundant power supplies and fan trays, making it suitable for enterprise and metro Ethernet applications requiring high availability. The chassis provides a foundation for converged networks supporting voice, video, and data.
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This Cisco Catalyst 4506 Chassis (WS-C4506) includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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