WS-X45-SUP8-E Cisco Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E
Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E
Enterprise Cisco Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E for High-Performance Campus and Aggregation Networks
The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E is a high-performance supervisor module designed for compatible Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series chassis, delivering scalable enterprise switching, network aggregation, and unified wired and wireless access. It features 8 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports, up to 928 Gbps switching capacity, and up to 250 Mpps forwarding performance, providing high-speed connectivity for demanding campus and enterprise networks.
Powered by Cisco IOS XE and built on the Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) ASIC, the WS-X45-SUP8-E supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, VRF, QoS, Flexible NetFlow, Cisco TrustSec, multicast, VLANs, and network segmentation. Its integrated wireless controller capabilities enable unified wired and wireless infrastructure, while high-availability features such as Stateful Switchover (SSO) and redundant supervisor support help maintain resilient network operations.
The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E is an ideal solution for enterprise campus core switching, network aggregation, high-density access networks, government and education campuses, unified wired and wireless deployments, and large-scale enterprise LAN environments. Its high-speed 10GbE uplinks, advanced hardware forwarding, and modular Catalyst 4500E architecture provide a scalable foundation for modern enterprise networks.
Product Specifications - Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E with 8-Port 10Gb SFP+
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E |
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems |
| Part Number | WS-X45-SUP8-E |
| Product Series | Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series |
| Product Type | Supervisor Engine |
| Chassis Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 4500E E-Series Chassis |
| Integrated Uplink Ports | 8 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ |
| Uplink Interface Type | SFP+ |
| Maximum Switching Capacity | Up to 928 Gbps |
| Forwarding Performance | Up to 250 Mpps |
| ASIC Architecture | Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) |
| Processor | Quad-Core Processor |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| IPv4 | Supported |
| IPv6 | Supported |
| MPLS | Supported |
| VRF | Supported |
| QoS | Advanced Hardware-Based QoS |
| Flexible NetFlow | Supported |
| Cisco TrustSec | Supported |
| Wireless Controller | Integrated Wireless Controller Capability |
| Wireless Convergence | Unified Wired and Wireless Access |
| VLAN Support | IEEE 802.1Q |
| Spanning Tree | STP, RSTP and MSTP |
| Link Aggregation | EtherChannel / LACP |
| Multicast | Supported |
| Security | ACLs, 802.1X, TrustSec and Network Segmentation |
| Network Visibility | Flexible NetFlow |
| High Availability | Stateful Switchover and Redundant Supervisor Support |
| Supervisor Redundancy | Supported in Compatible Chassis Configurations |
| Software Management | Cisco IOS XE CLI and Cisco Network Management Tools |
| Data Plane | UADP Hardware-Based Data Plane |
| Deployment | Enterprise Campus, Core, Distribution and Aggregation |
| Application | Core Switching, Network Aggregation and Wired/Wireless Convergence |
| Installation | Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine Slot |
| Form Factor | Modular Supervisor Engine |
| Power | Supplied by Host Catalyst 4500E Chassis |
| Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series E-Series Chassis |
| Condition | Refurbished |
| Use Cases | Enterprise Campus Core, Network Aggregation, High-Density Access, Unified Wired/Wireless Networks, Government, Education and Large Enterprise LANs |
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FAQs
Q1. What is the Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E?
The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E is a Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine that provides centralized switching, advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, and unified wired and wireless networking for Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series chassis.
Q2. Who should buy the Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E?
The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E is ideal for enterprises, educational institutions, government agencies, healthcare organizations, and service providers requiring high-performance campus and aggregation switching.
Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E worth buying?
Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E delivers enterprise-grade switching performance, advanced networking capabilities, and Cisco reliability while significantly reducing infrastructure costs.
Q4. What is the switching capacity of the Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E?
The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E provides up to 928 Gbps of centralized switching capacity with forwarding performance of 250 million packets per second (Mpps), making it suitable for high-performance enterprise and campus deployments.
Q5. Which Cisco chassis are compatible with the Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E?
The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E is designed for Cisco Catalyst 4500E E-Series chassis, including supported 4503-E, 4506-E, 4507R+E, and 4510R+E platforms, delivering advanced enterprise switching and unified access capabilities.
