WS-X6716-10T-3C Cisco Catalyst 6500 16-port 10 GB Ethernet 10GBASE-T Module w/DFC3C

WS-X6716-10T-3C Cisco Catalyst 6500 16-port 10 GB Ethernet 10GBASE-T Module w/DFC3C

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WS-X6716-10T-3C Cisco Catalyst 6500 16-Port 10 Gigabit Ethernet 10GBASE-T Module with DFC3C

High-Density 10GBASE-T Line Card for Catalyst 6500 Series with Integrated Distributed Forwarding

Cisco WS-X6716-10T-3C 16-Port 10GBASE-T Line Card – High-Performance Copper 10G Connectivity for Catalyst 6500

The Cisco WS-X6716-10T-3C is a high-performance 16-port 10GBASE-T Ethernet line card designed for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches. Featuring integrated Distributed Forwarding Card 3C (DFC3C), it delivers wire-speed Layer 2/3/4 forwarding, low latency, and reliable 10 Gigabit Ethernet over copper. Ideal for data centers, enterprise core, and top-of-rack aggregation, this module supports Cat6a/Cat7 cabling up to 100m, enabling seamless high-bandwidth server and switch connections.

With a switching capacity of up to 40 Gbps per slot, jumbo frame support (up to 9216 bytes), and advanced QoS, ACLs, and multicast replication, the WS-X6716-10T-3C ensures exceptional scalability and network performance. Its hot-swappable design and compatibility with Cisco IOS simplify deployment and management, while SNMP, NetFlow, and RMON provide robust monitoring and analytics.

Perfect for next-generation data center networks, the Cisco WS-X6716-10T-3C delivers flexible, cost-effective 10G copper connectivity with enterprise-grade reliability and advanced network intelligence.

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Product Specifications – Cisco WS-X6716-10T-3C Line Card
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Specification Details
Model Number WS-X6716-10T-3C
Product Description 16-port 10GBASE-T Ethernet line card for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches, featuring integrated Distributed Forwarding Card 3C (DFC3C) for high-performance, low-latency packet processing. Ideal for top-of-rack or core aggregation with wire-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet over copper (RJ45).
Port Configuration 16 x 10GBASE-T Ethernet ports (RJ45)
Cable Support Supports 100m reach over Cat6a/Cat7 cabling
Speed & Duplex Auto-negotiation for 10GBASE-T; full duplex operation
Performance Switching capacity: Up to 40 Gbps per slot (with Supervisor Engine 720 or 2T)
Distributed forwarding with integrated DFC3C
Line-rate Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding
Jumbo frame support up to 9216 bytes
Key Features Wire-speed Layer 2/3/4 forwarding
Compatible with Cisco IOS Software
QoS, access control lists (ACLs), and multicast replication at wire speed
Integrated DFC3C for local decision making and reduced latency
Ideal for high-performance copper 10G server and switch connections
Compatibility Cisco Catalyst 6500 E-Series chassis
Requires Supervisor Engine with fabric-enabled slots
Supported by Supervisor Engine 720, 720-3B, 720-3BXL, and 2T (for maximum performance)
Power & Environmental Typical power consumption: ~200W
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
Hot-swappable module
Software & Management Managed through Cisco IOS
Supports SNMP, CLI, Cisco Prime Infrastructure
NetFlow, RMON, and SPAN monitoring
Form Factor Line card module for Catalyst 6500 chassis
Reliability High availability with redundant supervisor engine support
Use Cases Data center aggregation, enterprise core, and top-of-rack 10G copper connectivity

FAQs for WS-X6716-10T-3C:

What type of cabling is required for the WS-X6716-10T-3C?
This module uses 10GBASE-T over RJ45 and requires Cat6a or Cat7 cabling for full 100-meter 10Gbps support.

Can this line card be used in a non-E Series Catalyst 6500 chassis?
It is physically compatible but is recommended for use in E-Series chassis for full fabric bandwidth support.

What is the purpose of the integrated DFC3C on this module?
The DFC3C enables distributed forwarding, offloading traffic from the Supervisor Engine and increasing performance.

Is the WS-X6716-10T-3C hot-swappable?
Yes, the module supports hot-swapping when installed in a supported chassis and supervisor configuration.

Does this card support both Layer 2 and Layer 3 features?
Yes, it provides full Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 IP routing with support for ACLs, QoS, and multicast.


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