Description
The Cisco C1-C4506-E is an enterprise-class modular switch chassis designed for scalable, high-performance campus and data center networks. Built on the proven Cisco Catalyst 4500 E-Series architecture, this 6-slot chassis delivers exceptional flexibility, resiliency, and future-ready performance for organizations with growing network demands.
With a full-chassis switching capacity of up to 928 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 250 Mpps, the C1-C4506-E supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing, making it ideal for core and distribution-layer deployments. The chassis supports both E-Series and classic line cards, enabling seamless upgrades while protecting existing investments.
Designed for high availability, the C1-C4506-E supports redundant supervisor engines and power supplies (sold separately), along with a hot-swappable fan tray for continuous operation. Optional PoE and PoE+ power supplies allow the chassis to support modern IP phones, wireless access points, and IoT devices across smart campus and enterprise environments.
Environmentally responsible and globally compliant, the Cisco C1-C4506-E is WEEE and RoHS compliant, making it suitable for deployments worldwide. This modular platform is an excellent choice for enterprises, system integrators, and service providers seeking reliability, scalability, and long-term network flexibility.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | C1-C4506-E |
| Brand | Cisco |
| Series | Catalyst 4500 E-Series |
| Chassis Type | WS-C4506-E |
| Form Factor | Modular switch chassis |
| Chassis Slots | 6 slots |
| Rack Units (RU) | 10RU |
| Switching Capacity | 928 Gbps (full chassis) |
| Forwarding Rate | 250 Mpps |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 and Layer 3 (full routing) |
| Supervisor Engine Support | WS-X45-SUP7-E, WS-X45-SUP8-E |
| Supervisor Redundancy | 1+1 redundancy supported |
| Power Supply | Not included |
| Power Supply Redundancy | 1+1 redundancy supported |
| Supported Power Options | AC or DC, up to 4,400W |
| Fan Tray | Included, hot-swappable |
| Line Card Support | E-Series and classic line cards |
| Copper Interfaces | 10/100/1000BASE-T (RJ45) |
| Fiber Interfaces | SFP, SFP+, X2 (10G) |
| PoE / PoE+ Support | Optional (requires PoE-capable power supply) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| QoS | 8 queues per port, DSCP and CoS marking |
| Security Features | ACLs, 802.1X, DHCP Snooping, IP Source Guard, Dynamic ARP Inspection |
| IPv6 Support | Hardware-accelerated (E-Series line cards) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 17.5 × 17.3 × 16.1 inches |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
| Compliance | RoHS, WEEE, NEBS Level 3 |
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