Cisco WS-C4500X-16SFP+ Catalyst 4500-X 16 Port 10G IP Base, Front-to-Back Airflow, No Power Supply

Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 4500-X 16 Port 10G IP Base switch (model WS-C4500X-16SFP+) delivers high performance, modular flexibility and robust security for enterprise and campus networks. Designed for front-to-back airflow, this chassis integrates seamlessly into data center racks with efficient cooling and a compact footprint. It provides a solid foundation for converged data, voice and video services without the need for an included power supply, allowing you to select the power solution that best fits your environment.

Key Features

• 16 SFP+ ports supporting 10 Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed uplinks and server connections
• IP Base software image with advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, including routing, ACLs and QoS
• Front-to-back airflow design optimizes cooling in dense rack installations
• Modular architecture enables easy addition of line cards, supervisor engines and optional power supplies
• Comprehensive security capabilities such as 802.1X, port security and DHCP snooping
• Supports Cisco StackWise virtual technology for simplified management and redundancy

Technical Specifications

• Model number: WS-C4500X-16SFP+
• Form factor: 2RU chassis
• Ports: 16 SFP+ (10G) uplink ports
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degC (32 to 104 degF)
• Operating humidity: 10 to 80 percent non-condensing
• Power: No internal power supply; compatible with Cisco 4500-X power supplies up to 800W
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 3.5 in x 17.5 in x 21.5 in
• Weight: approx 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
• Management: Cisco IOS XE, SNMP, NETCONF, RESTCONF, web GUI

Typical Applications

• Campus core and distribution layers requiring high-capacity uplinks
• Data center top-of-rack or middle-of-rack switching for server farms
• Branch office aggregation where bandwidth and security are critical
• Virtualized environments that need low latency and high throughput
• Converged networks supporting voice, video and data over a single platform

With its blend of performance, scalability and security, the Cisco Catalyst 4500-X 16 Port 10G switch is an ideal choice for organizations looking to future-proof their network infrastructure while maintaining operational efficiency.