Cisco Catalyst WS-C4500X‑16SFP+ Switch

Cisco Catalyst WS-C4500X‑16SFP+ Switch:

The Cisco Catalyst WS-C4500X‑16SFP+ Switch is a 1U fixed, campus‑aggregation switch in Cisco’s Catalyst 4500‑X series designed for space‑constrained networks. It provides 16 10‑Gigabit SFP+ ports (also supporting 1 Gbps modules) and optional expansion via an uplink module bay using the C4KX‑NM‑8SFP+ module. This cisco switch sells in network equipment. 

The Cisco Switch is a high-performance, compact 1U fixed-configuration switch designed for campus aggregation or small data center environments, offering 16 SFP+ ports that support both 1GbE and 10GbE speeds. It features up to 800Gbps switching capacity, supports Virtual Switching System (VSS) for chassis-like redundancy, and runs on Cisco’s modular IOS XE operating system with IP Base or optional Enterprise Services.

This network switch includes an expansion slot for an additional 8-port 10GbE uplink module, supports front-to-back cooling with redundant hot-swappable fans and dual power supply options, and offers advanced features such as Flexible NetFlow, IPv6 routing, and extensive network telemetry. Although now end-of-sale and nearing end-of-support (October 2025), it remains a robust solution for high-speed, scalable aggregation if already deployed in Cisco-heavy networks.

It Released on January 23, 2012, End‑of‑Sale on October 30, 2020 and End‑of‑Support on October 31, 2025 (support still valid until that date) . Cisco encourages considering newer models like Catalyst 9300 series for future-proofing.

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Features of Cisco Catalyst WS-C4500X‑16SFP+ Switch:

• Ports: 16× SFP+ capable of 1 Gbps or 10 Gbps (requires appropriate SFP/SFP+ modules).
• Uplink Module Slot: One slot supports C4KX‑NM‑8SFP+ for additional 8× 10 GbE uplinks.
• Performance: 800 Gbps switching capacity, ~245 million packets/sec forwarding rate, MAC table up to 55,000 entries.
• Memory & Storage: 4 GB RAM, 2 GB flash/NVRAM, optional SD/USB support up to 4 GB.
• Cooling: Front‑to‑back airflow configuration (color‑coded burgundy fans and PSU handles) with hot‑swappable fan modules and redundancy capability with dual PSU support.
• Power: Supports 750 W AC power supply modules (C4KX‑PWR‑750AC‑R or replacement) with optional dual supplies for failover.
• Cisco IOS XE operating system; IP Base software included by default, with optional upgrade to Enterprise Services for advanced L3 routing, BGP, VRF, etc.
• Virtual Switching System (VSS) support: combine two 4500‑X units into a single virtual chassis for up to 1.6Tbps capacity and simplified redundancy.
• Network virtualization: supports Cisco Easy Virtual Networks (EVN) and virtual switching topologies.
• Monitoring and telemetry: Flexible NetFlow, Switched Port Analyzer (SPAN/RSPAN), Event Manager (EEM), EnergyWise, IP SLA, Smart Install, and Smart Call Home capabilities.

Accessories of WS-C4500X‑16SFP+ Switch:

• C4KX-NM-8SFP+: 8‑port SFP+/SFP uplink modul
• C4KX-PWR-750AC-R: 750 W AC PSU for front-to‑back cooling
• C4KX-PWR‑750AC‑F: PSU variant for back‑to‑front airflow
• C4KX‑FAN‑R/F: Hot‑swappable fan modules
• SFP/SFP+ transceivers: For 1 GbE or 10 GbE port usage
• Software licenses: IP Base included; Enterprise Services upgrade available

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