Brand: Cisco · SKU: WS-X6816-10GE · MPN: WS-X6816-10GE · Category: Components
The Cisco WS-X6816-10GE is a high-performance, 10-Gigabit Ethernet line card designed for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches, providing 16 10-Gigabit Ethernet (10GE) ports for high-speed connectivity. It supports various Ethernet standards including 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR, and 10GBASE-ER. It is ideal for enterprise core/aggregation, data center, and service provider environments requiring high-throughput and low-latency connections. Some sources indicate this specific part number might be related to or succeeded by modules like the WS-X6816-10G-2T or WS-X6816-10G-2TXL which include a Distributed Forwarding Card (DFC4 or DFC4XL) for enhanced performance and distributed forwarding capabilities in supported chassis like the Catalyst 6500 E-series with Supervisor Engine 2T. The module connects to the system's fabric via dual 20 Gbps links, providing a total of 40 Gbps switch fabric bandwidth. It supports advanced QoS and network resilience features.
| Ports | 16 x 10-Gigabit Ethernet (10GE) |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Line card / Expansion Module (Plug-in Module) |
| Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches (Some variants require Supervisor Engine 2T) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps per port |
| Supported Standards | 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR, 10GBASE-ER (and potentially X2 transceivers like CX4 for similar models) |
| Switch Fabric Connection | Dual 20 Gbps (40 Gbps total) |
| Warranty | Varies by seller (90 Days or 365 Days mentioned for refurbished units) |
| Weight | Not Available |
| Dimensions | Not Available (Standard line card dimensions for Catalyst 6500 chassis) |
The Cisco WS-X6816-10GE is a high-density 16-port 10-Gigabit Ethernet line card for the Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series chassis. It is designed to deliver high throughput and low latency for aggregation layers in enterprise, data center, and service provider networks. It supports various 10G optical standards, enabling flexible high-bandwidth connectivity.
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