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| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
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| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes |
| Number of Total Expansion Slots | 6 |
| Manageable | Yes |
| Depth | 12.50" (317.50 mm) |
| Width | 17.31" (439.67 mm) |
| Height | 17.4" |
| Brand Name | Cisco |
| Product Series | 4500 |
| Product Line | Catalyst |
| Product Name | Catalyst 4506 Switch Chassis |
| Product Model | 4506 |
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Supervisor Engines Supported:
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| Weight (Approximate) | 40.50 |
| Layer Supported | 4 |
| Power Source | Power Supply |
| Marketing Information | The Cisco Catalyst 4506 offers nonblocking Layer 2-4 switching with integrated resiliency, further enhancing control of converged networks. Converged voice, video, and data networks with high availability help enable business resiliency for enterprises, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), and Metro Ethernet customers deploying Internet-based business applications. |
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://www.cisco.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | WS-C4506-RF |
| Product Type | Switch Chassis |
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Cisco Catalyst 4506 6-Slot Switch Chassis, Refurbished (WS-C4506-RF)

Key Benefits
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- Provides robust nonblocking Layer 2–4 switching ideal for converged network infrastructure.
- Integrated resiliency and dual power bay support deliver enterprise-grade availability.
- Refurbished and TAA-compliant unit offers cost-effective scalability without sacrificing reliability.
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 4506 (WS-C4506-RF) is a refurbished 6-slot switch chassis offering nonblocking Layer 2–4 switching and integrated resiliency for high-availability networks. It supports various Supervisor Engines, redundant power supply systems (not included), and modular line cards. The compact chassis is rack-mountable and offers PoE support and advanced network management tools. Designed for enterprise and Metro Ethernet use, it delivers a scalable and cost-effective solution for converged voice, video, and data requirements.
Specifications
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| COO | UNITED STATES |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
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UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |
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