Cisco WS-X45-SUP9-E Supervisor Engine 9-E – High-Performance Catalyst 4500E Supervisor
Upgrade your enterprise network with the Cisco WS-X45-SUP9-E Supervisor Engine 9-E, engineered for the Cisco Catalyst 4500E chassis. This high-performance supervisor delivers enhanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, advanced QoS, and robust redundancy features, making it ideal for enterprise campus networks that demand reliability, speed, and scalability.
Why Choose Cisco WS-X45-SUP9-E:
Designed for enterprises looking to enhance network performance, scalability, and resiliency, the Cisco WS-X45-SUP9-E ensures your Catalyst 4500E infrastructure is future-ready, delivering unmatched speed, reliability, and network intelligence.
Applications: Ideal for enterprise campus networks, data centers, and environments requiring high availability and advanced routing capabilities.
Optimize your network today with the Cisco WS-X45-SUP9-E Supervisor Engine 9-E – the trusted choice for high-performance, resilient, and scalable enterprise networking.
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Product Specifications – Cisco WS-X45-SUP9-E Supervisor Engine 9-E
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| Category |
Specification |
| Model Number |
WS-X45-SUP9-E |
| Description |
Supervisor Engine 9-E designed for Cisco Catalyst 4500E chassis, delivering enhanced performance, advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, and improved resiliency for enterprise campus networks |
| Switching Capacity |
Up to 720 Gbps system bandwidth |
| Forwarding Performance |
Up to 300 Mpps (million packets per second) |
| Ports & Interfaces |
Integrated 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports for management and uplinks; console and management Ethernet ports; supports dual redundant supervisor engine operation (when paired) |
| Feature Set & Capabilities |
Full Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing with IPv4 and IPv6 support; supports Virtual Switching System (VSS) for chassis-level redundancy; advanced QoS with hierarchical queuing and traffic shaping; MPLS, VRF-Lite, and multicast support; Cisco IOS Software with comprehensive security and network services |
| Compatibility |
Compatible with Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series chassis; supports Supervisor Engine 9-E compatible line cards; runs Cisco IOS Software with modular services support |
| Resiliency & Design |
Supports Stateful Switchover (SSO) and nonstop forwarding (NSF); hot-swappable and modular for high availability; redundant power supply support with chassis |
| Environmental & Power |
Typical power consumption: ~300W (varies by configuration); operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C; supports hot insertion and removal |
| Software & Management |
Cisco IOS Software with CLI, SNMP, RMON support; integration with Cisco Prime and network management tools; supports model-driven telemetry and automation via NETCONF/YANG |
FAQs for WS-X45-SUP9-E:
What is the switching capacity of the WS-X45-SUP9-E?
It offers up to 720 Gbps system bandwidth with forwarding rates up to 300 million packets per second.
Can the Supervisor Engine 9-E support Virtual Switching System (VSS)?
Yes, it supports VSS to combine two chassis into a single logical switch for redundancy and scalability.
Is this supervisor engine hot-swappable?
Yes, the WS-X45-SUP9-E supports hot insertion and removal for high availability and minimal downtime.
Which chassis models are compatible with this supervisor engine?
It is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series chassis designed for Supervisor Engine 9-E.
Does it support IPv6 routing?
Yes, it provides full IPv4 and IPv6 Layer 3 routing capabilities.
