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



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
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 |