Cisco Catalyst 4506-E Switch Chassis, 6-Slot, Rack-Mountable

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  • 6-slot chassis supporting Supervisor Engine modules
  • Layer 2 switching capability with VLAN, QoS, SNMP, MIB, and CLI management
  • Rack-mountable 10U form factor with included fan assembly
  • MTBF rated at approximately 710,119 hours
  • Form factor dimensions: 17.4" H x 17.31" W x 12.5" D; weight approx. 18.37 lbs
  • Power supply not included; supports standard power source
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Key Benefits

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  • Modular 6-slot design allows enterprises to expand capacity with Supervisor Engine modules.
  • Advanced manageability supports robust VLAN, QoS, and SNMP control for complex networks.
  • High MTBF ensures long operational life and reduced downtime in enterprise IT environments.

Product Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 4506-E Switch Chassis is engineered for high-performance Layer 2 infrastructure and optimized for environments requiring scalability, resilience, and integrated services. This 6-slot chassis belongs to the Catalyst 4500E series and supports Supervisor Engine modules for modular flexibility.

Rack-mountable in a 10U form factor, the Catalyst 4506-E measures 17.4 inches in height, 17.31 inches in width, and 12.5 inches in depth. Its manageability is enhanced by VLAN, MIB, SNMP, CLI, and QoS support, contributing to robust network performance. While the fan is included, the power supply must be purchased separately.

With an MTBF of over 710,000 hours, this chassis delivers dependable network uptime, making it ideal for enterprises investing in secure and scalable switching platforms.

Specifications

Primary Information

Network Device Type
Model
Connectivity Technology
Data Transfer Rate
Data Link Protocol
Status Indicators
RAM / Total Installed Size
Flash Memory / Installed Size
Networking Compliant Standards
Media Layer Supported
Power / Device Type
Power / Provided (W)
MTBF 710119
Features
Expansion Slot Type Supervisor Engine
Redundant Power Supply Supported No
PoE (RJ-45) Port No
Bypass No
Stack Port No
Management Port No
Modular No
USB No
Number of Total Expansion Slots 6
LRE Port No
Token Ring Port No
Compatible Rack Unit 10U
Manageable Yes
Depth 12.5"
Width 17.31" (439.67 mm)
Height 17.4"
Product Type Switch Chassis
Brand Name Cisco
Product Series 4500E
Product Line Catalyst
Product Name Catalyst WS-C4506-E Chassis
Product Model 4506-E
Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
Management
  • VLAN
  • MIB
  • QoS
  • SNMP
  • CLI
Form Factor Rack-mountable
Weight (Approximate) 18.37
Layer Supported 2
Power Source Power Supply
Marketing Information

The Cisco® Catalyst® 4500 Series Switches enable borderless networks, providing high performance, mobile, and secure user experience through Layer 2-4 switching investments. They enable security, mobility, application performance, video, and energy savings over an infrastructure that supports resiliency, virtualization, and automation. Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series Switches provide borderless performance, scalability, and services with reduced total cost of ownership and superior investment protection.

Manufacturer Website Address http://www.cisco.com
Manufacturer Part Number WS-C4506-E=
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RAM Type
RAM / Technology
RAM / Storage Capacity

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Interfaces

Special Feature

Min Operating Temperature
Min Storage Temperature
Max Storage Temperature
COO MEXICO
TAA compliance Yes

Network

Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support
PoE Power Consumption
Jumbo Frame Support
Remote Management Protocol
Routing Protocol
Encryption Algorithm
Authentication Method
Interfaces

Dimensions&Miscellaneous

Width
Depth
Height
Weight

UNSPSC Code

UNSPSC Code 43222612