Brand: Cisco · SKU: WS-SUP720-3BXL · MPN: WS-SUP720-3BXL · Category: Networking
The Cisco WS-SUP720-3BXL is a Supervisor Engine designed for the Cisco Catalyst 6500 and 7600 Series switches, specifically installed with the PFC3BXL module (WS-F6K-PFC3BXL) to build a hardware-based CEF architecture. It supports centralized forwarding (CEF) and distributed forwarding (dCEF), enabling MPLS label switching and ACE counters. It integrates the MSFC3 (for routing intelligence) and PFC3 (for hardware-based features like routing, bridging, QoS, multicast replication, and security policies). It does not support VSS. It delivers high performance suitable for enterprise core/distribution and datacenter deployments.
| Uplinks | 2 Gigabit (2x 1000BASE-X and 1x RJ45 10/100/1000Mbit) |
|---|---|
| IPv4 Routes | 1,000,000 |
| IPv6 Routes | 500,000 |
| MAC Entries | 64,000 |
| VSS Support | No |
| Reflexive ACLs | 128,000 or 256,000 (source dependent) |
| Netflow Entries | 256,000 |
| Required Fan/PSU | High speed fan; 2500W AC or DC |
| Security ACL Entries | 32,000 |
| Supervisor Component | Integrates MSFC3 and PFC3BXL |
| Chassis Compatibility | Cisco 6500 Series (6503, 6503-E, 6404-E, 6506, 6506-E, 6509, 6509-E, 6509-NEB, 6509-NEB-A, 6513); Cisco 7600 Series (7603, 7606, OSR-7609, 7609, 7613) |
| Memory (Route Processor) | 1 GB DRAM |
| Memory (Switch Processor) | 1 GB DRAM |
| Forwarding Performance (IPv4) | Up to 400 Mpps in hardware |
| Forwarding Performance (IPv6) | Up to 200 Mpps in hardware |
| Switching Capacity (Per Slot) | 40 Gbps per slot |
| Switching Capacity (Aggregate) | 720 Gbps |
| Warranty | Varies by vendor (One source mentions 1 year, another mentions Three year warranty for refurbished units) |
| Weight | Approximately 13 lbs (5.9 kg) |
| Dimensions | 1.75 x 15.38 x 16.88 inches (4.45 x 39.05 x 42.88 cm) |
The Cisco WS-SUP720-3BXL is a Supervisor Engine for the Catalyst 6500/7600 series, integrating the MSFC3 and PFC3BXL to provide high-performance hardware-based Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding, including support for MPLS VPNs and QoS. It is designed for high-throughput enterprise core, distribution, and data center applications, supporting up to 720 Gbps aggregate bandwidth.
Yes, this Cisco Catalyst 6500/7600 Series Supervisor Engine 720-3BXL (WS-SUP720-3BXL) is 100% genuine Cisco hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Cisco Catalyst 6500/7600 Series Supervisor Engine 720-3BXL includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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