VS-S2T-10G Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Supervisor Engine 2T
VS-S2T-10G Cisco Catalyst 6500 Supervisor Engine 2T with Dual 10GbE Uplinks
Scalable, 2 Tbps Backbone Switching for Enterprise Core and Data Center Networks
Cisco VS-S2T-10G Supervisor Engine – High-Capacity Catalyst 6500-E Solution
Boost your enterprise network performance with the Cisco VS-S2T-10G Supervisor Engine, designed for Catalyst 6500-E chassis. Engineered for high-throughput environments, this supervisor engine delivers up to 2 Tbps system bandwidth and supports dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks, ensuring reliable, high-speed connectivity for demanding data centers and enterprise networks.
With advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing capabilities, support for Virtual Switching System (VSS), MPLS, VRF-Lite, VPLS, and enhanced QoS, the VS-S2T-10G enables scalable, secure, and resilient networking. Integrated Policy Feature Card 4 (PFC4) and MSFC5 provide robust forwarding performance, achieving up to 250 Mpps, making it ideal for mission-critical applications.
The supervisor engine is hot-swappable, supports dual redundancy (SSO), and integrates NSF/NSR for nonstop operations, maximizing uptime. Managed via Cisco IOS, it supports SNMP, NetFlow, RMON, and model-driven telemetry with NETCONF/YANG automation, simplifying deployment and monitoring.
Upgrade your Catalyst 6500-E network with the Cisco VS-S2T-10G Supervisor Engine for unmatched performance, scalability, and reliability.
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Product Specifications: Cisco VS-S2T-10G Supervisor Engine
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| Specification Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Model Number | VS-S2T-10G |
| Description | High-capacity Supervisor Engine for Catalyst 6500-E chassis, offering next-generation system throughput, robust security, virtual switching, and dual 10G uplinks. |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 2 Tbps total system bandwidth Each slot supports up to 80 Gbps fabric capacity Forwarding performance up to 250 Mpps |
| Ports & Interfaces | 2 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet X2 uplink ports 1 × Console port 1 × Management Ethernet port Integrated Policy Feature Card 4 (PFC4) and MSFC5 (Multilayer Switch Feature Card) |
| Feature Set & Capabilities | Layer 2 and full Layer 3 routing with IPv4/IPv6 Supports VSS (Virtual Switching System) for chassis-level redundancy Advanced NetFlow v9 and Flexible NetFlow Comprehensive QoS with hierarchical queuing MPLS, VRF-Lite, VPLS, and advanced multicast support |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Catalyst 6500-E Series chassis and 67xx/68xx line cards Backwards compatible with most classic line cards (with reduced performance) Supports Cisco IOS Software and various software packages for enhanced services |
| Resiliency & Design | Stateful failover with dual supervisor engine redundancy (SSO) Hot-swappable and modular for high availability Integrated with NSF/NSR for nonstop network operations |
| Environmental & Power | Typical power consumption: ~300–350W (varies by configuration) Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C Hot-insertion/removal support |
| Software & Management | Runs on Cisco IOS Supports SNMP, CLI, RMON, NetFlow, and Cisco Prime Supports model-driven telemetry, automation via NETCONF/YANG |
FAQs for VS-S2T-10G
What is the total switching capacity of the VS-S2T-10G?
It supports up to 2 Tbps of system bandwidth, enabling high-speed data flows across all slots when deployed in a fully loaded 6500-E chassis.
Can I use this Supervisor Engine in the older Catalyst 6500 chassis?
Yes, but maximum performance is achieved with the E-series chassis. Classic 6500 chassis may support it with limitations on bandwidth and features.
Does the VS-S2T-10G support Virtual Switching System (VSS)?
Yes, it fully supports VSS, allowing for the virtualization of two physical switches into one logical switch for simplified management and redundancy.
What optics are supported for the 10G uplinks?
It supports a wide range of X2 transceivers such as SR, LR, and ER modules for short and long-distance fiber connectivity.
Is this module hot-swappable?
Yes, the VS-S2T-10G can be installed or replaced without powering down the system, assuming redundancy and SSO are configured.
