Cisco WS-X4306 Catalyst 4000/4500 6-Port GBIC Module

Overview

The Cisco WS-X4306 is a high-performance 6-port GBIC module designed for the Catalyst 4000 and 4500 series chassis. This compact, hot-swappable line card delivers reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity in dense enterprise environments, providing the bandwidth and flexibility needed for modern data center, campus, and branch office deployments.

Key Features

• Six independent GBIC ports supporting 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX, or 1000BASE-CX optical modules
• Hot-swap capability for zero-downtime upgrades and maintenance
• Low power consumption with efficient thermal design
• Full compatibility with Cisco IOS software releases for Catalyst 4000/4500 platforms
• Backplane bandwidth up to 12 Gbps per module, ensuring no bottleneck for high-traffic applications

Technical Specifications

• Model / Part Number: WS-X4306
• Port Type: GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter)
• Number of Ports: 6
• Supported Media Types: Multimode fiber, single-mode fiber, copper twinax
• Data Rate: 1 Gbps per port (full duplex)
• Maximum Backplane Throughput: 12 Gbps
• Power Supply: Draws less than 5 Watts from the chassis power budget
• Operating Temperature Range: 0 to 50 degrees Celsius
• Dimensions: Standard Cisco line card form factor for 4000/4500 chassis

Typical Applications

• Campus core and distribution layers requiring high-speed uplinks between switches
• Data center top-of-rack or middle-of-rack aggregation where space is limited
• Branch office networks that need scalable Gigabit connectivity for voice, video, and data traffic
• Network upgrades in existing Catalyst 4000/4500 installations without replacing the entire chassis
• Virtualized environments that demand consistent low latency and high throughput per port

The Cisco WS-X4306 module combines proven reliability with flexible deployment options, making it an ideal choice for organizations looking to expand their Gigabit Ethernet footprint while protecting existing investments in Catalyst hardware.