The Cisco WS-C6513 is a high-capacity 13-slot modular switch chassis designed for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series enterprise networks, providing a scalable foundation for campus cores, large distribution layers, data centers, and service provider environments. Its modular architecture supports compatible Supervisor Engines, switching line cards, interface modules, and service modules, allowing organizations to build and expand high-performance network infrastructure without replacing the entire chassis.
Built for enterprise-class availability, the Cisco WS-C6513 Catalyst 6500 chassis supports redundant Supervisor Engine configurations, multiple power supply options, and a resilient cooling architecture. Depending on the installed hardware and Cisco IOS configuration, the platform supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, including IPv4, IPv6, QoS, MPLS, multicast, VLANs, VRF, ACLs, and EtherChannel. Its architecture can also support centralized or distributed forwarding, depending on the installed supervisor and line cards.
The Cisco WS-C6513 13-Slot Modular Switch Chassis is an ideal solution for organizations requiring a flexible and high-availability platform for enterprise campus core switching, large-scale network distribution, data center aggregation, service provider edge infrastructure, and mission-critical backbone networks. Its combination of modular expansion, hardware redundancy, interface flexibility, and investment protection makes it well suited for demanding network environments with evolving connectivity requirements.
Product Specifications - Cisco WS-C6513 Catalyst 6500 Series 13-Slot Modular Switch Chassis
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| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Cisco WS-C6513 Catalyst 6500 Series 13-Slot Modular Switch Chassis |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
WS-C6513 |
| Product Series |
Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series |
| Product Type |
Modular Switch Chassis |
| Chassis Capacity |
13 Horizontal Module Slots |
| Slot Configuration |
Supports Supervisor Engines and Interface/Service Modules |
| Supervisor Redundancy |
Supports redundant Supervisor Engine configurations |
| Line Card Support |
Supports compatible Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switching and interface modules |
| Fabric Architecture |
Supports centralized and distributed forwarding architectures, depending on installed supervisor and line cards |
| Forwarding Architecture |
Supervisor-based or distributed forwarding, depending on installed modules |
| Layer Support |
Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| Switching Capacity |
Depends on installed Supervisor Engine and system configuration |
| Routing Capacity |
Depends on installed Supervisor Engine, forwarding hardware, and Cisco IOS configuration |
| IPv4 |
Supported |
| IPv6 |
Supported with compatible hardware and software |
| MPLS |
Supported with compatible Supervisor Engine, modules, and software |
| Multicast |
Supported |
| Quality of Service |
Advanced QoS support |
| VLAN Support |
IEEE 802.1Q VLAN support |
| Network Virtualization |
VRF support with compatible software and hardware |
| Link Aggregation |
EtherChannel / LACP support |
| Spanning Tree |
STP, RSTP, and MSTP support |
| Access Control |
ACL support |
| High Availability |
Supports redundant Supervisor Engines, power supplies, and other chassis-level redundancy features |
| Power Supply Support |
Multiple redundant power supply configurations supported |
| Cooling |
Redundant, field-replaceable fan tray architecture |
| Fan Monitoring |
Chassis-level fan monitoring and fault detection |
| Module Architecture |
Hot-swappable modular components supported in compatible configurations |
| Software |
Cisco IOS |
| Management |
Command-line management and Cisco network management platform support |
| Compatibility |
Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Supervisor Engines and compatible line cards |
| Interface Expansion |
Supports Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, service, and other compatible interface modules |
| Network Role |
Enterprise Core, Distribution, Data Center Aggregation, and Service Provider Edge |
| Chassis Design |
Modular, high-density enterprise switching platform |
| Form Factor |
Rack-Mountable Modular Chassis |
| Rack Height |
Approximately 19RU |
| High Availability Architecture |
Redundant supervisors, power, cooling, and modular network components, depending on configuration |
| Investment Protection |
Supports hardware expansion through interchangeable supervisors and line cards |
| Deployment Flexibility |
Supports a wide range of Catalyst 6500 Series interface and service modules |
| Use Cases |
Enterprise Campus Core Switching, Large-Scale Distribution, Data Center Aggregation, Service Provider Edge Networks, Government and Education Infrastructure, and Mission-Critical Enterprise Backbone Networks |
| Condition |
Refurbished |
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FAQs
Q1. What is the Cisco WS-C6513?
The Cisco WS-C6513 is a 13-slot modular chassis from the Catalyst 6500 Series designed to support high-performance enterprise switching with redundant supervisors, power supplies, and a wide range of interface modules.
Q2. Who should buy the Cisco WS-C6513?
The Cisco WS-C6513 is ideal for enterprises, data centers, government agencies, educational institutions, and service providers requiring a scalable modular switching platform for large network deployments.
Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco WS-C6513 worth buying?
Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco WS-C6513 offers enterprise-class performance, proven Cisco reliability, and substantial cost savings while maintaining compatibility with supported Catalyst 6500 Series components.
Q4. How many slots are available in the Cisco WS-C6513 chassis?
The Cisco WS-C6513 features 13 horizontal slots, supporting redundant supervisor engines and multiple interface modules to deliver flexible and scalable network expansion.
Q5. Does the Cisco WS-C6513 support redundant components?
Yes. The Cisco WS-C6513 supports redundant supervisor engines, redundant power supplies, and hot-swappable fan trays, helping maximize network availability and minimize downtime in enterprise environments.
