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

Product Overview

Product Type Switch Chassis
Product Line Catalyst
Product Series 4500E
Product Model 4506-E
Manufacturer Part Number WS-C4506-E=
Form Factor Rack-mountable
Compatible Rack Unit 10U
Layer Supported 2
Weight (Approximate) 18.37
Power Source Power Supply
MTBF 710119 hours
Modular No
Manageable Yes

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Tools CLI, SNMP, MIB, VLAN, QoS

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin Mexico
TAA Compliance Yes

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
Product Name Catalyst WS-C4506-E Chassis
Brand Name Cisco
Manufacturer Website Address http://www.cisco.com

Interfaces

Expansion Slot Type Supervisor Engine
Number of Total Expansion Slots 6
PoE (RJ-45) Port No
USB No
Management Port No
Stack Port No
Bypass No
Token Ring Port No
LRE Port No

Physical & Environmental

Height 17.4 in (442 mm)
Width 17.31 in (439.67 mm)
Depth 12.5 in (317.5 mm)

Advanced Security Features

Security Features Supported Access Control Lists (ACLs), Port Security