Cisco C6800-48P-TX-XL – 48-Port Gigabit Ethernet Line Card for Catalyst 6800 Series
The Cisco C6800-48P-TX-XL is a high-performance modular line card designed for Cisco Catalyst 6800 Series switches, delivering reliable and scalable 48-port Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for enterprise campus and data center networks. Engineered for high-density deployments, this line card supports full-duplex and half-duplex modes, offering wire-speed switching with advanced QoS, security, and network management features.
With a non-blocking architecture and high buffer capacity of 1.5 MB per port (18 MB per port group), the C6800-48P-TX-XL ensures low-latency, high-throughput performance for demanding workloads. Fully redundant system design provides high availability and resilience, while integration with Cisco IOS XE enables centralized management and seamless network operations.
This line card supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, making it ideal for enterprise campus core and distribution layers, where reliability, scalability, and optimized performance are critical.
Key Features:
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48 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet ports
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High-performance, non-blocking architecture
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Full-duplex and half-duplex support
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Advanced QoS, ACL, and network security features
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Fully redundant system architecture for high availability
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Managed via CLI, SNMP, and web-based interfaces with Cisco IOS XE
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Enterprise-grade durability and reliability
Upgrade your Cisco Catalyst 6800 network with the Cisco C6800-48P-TX-XL line card for scalable, high-speed, and secure Ethernet connectivity.
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Product Specifications: Cisco C6800-48P-TX-XL Line Card
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| Category |
Details |
| Form Factor |
Modular line card for Cisco Catalyst 6800 Series switches |
| Total Ports |
48 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet ports |
| Port Configuration |
Supports both full-duplex and half-duplex modes |
| Switching Capacity |
High-performance, non-blocking architecture |
| Buffer Size |
1.5 MB per port, 18 MB per port group |
| MAC Address Table |
Up to 128K MAC addresses (depends on chassis/supervisor) |
| Forwarding Rate |
Wire-speed forwarding across all ports |
| Redundancy |
Fully redundant system architecture for high availability |
| Network Ports |
48 × 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ45 ports, supports various Ethernet transceivers |
| Management Interfaces |
CLI, SNMP, and web-based management; Cisco IOS XE for streamlined operations |
| QoS & Security |
Supports advanced QoS, ACLs, and network security features |
| Power Consumption |
Varies depending on chassis and configuration |
| Operating Temperature |
Standard Cisco Catalyst environmental specifications |
| Storage Temperature |
Designed for enterprise-grade durability |
| Software Compatibility |
Compatible with Cisco IOS XE Software |
| Use Case |
High-density Ethernet connectivity in enterprise campus core/distribution |
FAQs for Cisco C6800-48P-TX-XL
What is the primary function of the C6800-48P-TX-XL?
It serves as a high-density Gigabit Ethernet module for Cisco Catalyst 6800 series switches.
What transceivers are supported?
It supports various RJ45 Ethernet transceivers for flexible connectivity.
How does the C6800-48P-TX-XL improve network scalability?
It offers modular expansion with advanced traffic management features.
Is this module suitable for data center deployments?
Yes, it is designed for high-performance aggregation and core networking.
What management options are available?
It supports CLI, SNMP, and Cisco IOS XE for streamlined network operations.
