Cisco Catalyst 4500-X 16-Port 10GE Aggregation Switch (WS-C4500X-16SFP+)
The Cisco Catalyst WS-C4500X-16SFP+ is a compact, high-performance 10 Gigabit Ethernet aggregation switch designed for space-constrained enterprise and campus core environments. With 16 SFP+ ports, modular uplink expansion, and up to 800 Gbps switching capacity, it delivers wire-speed performance, high availability, and advanced network services in a 1RU form factor.
Built on Cisco’s IOS XE software, this switch supports Virtual Switching System (VSS) for seamless redundancy and scalability, along with Flexible NetFlow, TrustSec, and Smart Install for enhanced visibility, security, and simplified deployment.
Key Features:
- 16x 10GE SFP+ ports with optional 8-port uplink module
- Up to 800 Gbps switching capacity and 250 Mpps throughput
- Dual hot-swappable power supplies and fans for high availability
- Front-to-back airflow for optimized cooling in dense deployments
- Support for IPv4/IPv6 routing, Layer 2/3 switching, and QoS
- Cisco IOS XE with modular architecture and third-party app hosting
Security & Virtualization:
- Cisco TrustSec, 802.1X, CoPP, and ACL-based control
- VRF-Lite and Easy Virtual Network (EVN) for network segmentation
- Role-based access and dynamic VLAN assignment
Use Cases:
- Aggregation layer in midsize to large campus networks
- High-density 10GE core switch for data centers or branch hubs
- Secure, scalable backbone for unified wired/wireless deployments
