Cisco WS-X6408A-GBI 65xx 8-Port GBIC Module

Overview

The Cisco WS-X6408A-GBI is a high-density 8-port GBIC module designed for the Cisco 6500 Series chassis. This compact line card provides flexible Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for data center, campus, and enterprise environments. With eight hot-swappable GBIC ports, the module supports a wide range of fiber and copper transceiver types, allowing you to tailor bandwidth and reach to meet evolving network demands.

Key Features

• Eight independent GBIC ports for simultaneous connections
• Hot-swappable design minimizes downtime during upgrades or maintenance
• Supports a variety of transceiver types including 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX, 1000BASE-CX, and copper RJ45
• Compatible with Cisco IOS software releases for the 6500 Series
• Low power consumption and efficient heat dissipation
• Backplane bandwidth of 1.6 Tbps ensures full utilization of each port

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: WS-X6408A-GBI
• Form factor: 8-port GBIC line card for Cisco 6500 chassis
• Port type: GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter)
• Supported media: Fiber (multimode and single-mode) and copper
• Data rate: 1 Gbps per port
• Operating temperature: 0 to 45 degrees Celsius
• Power draw: Approx 20 watts (typical)
• Dimensions: 1U height, fits standard 6500 slot

Applications

• Enterprise campus networks requiring scalable Gigabit Ethernet uplinks
• Data center aggregation layers where high port density is critical
• Service provider edge devices that need flexible media options
• Campus backbone connections that demand reliable, hot-swappable interfaces
• Network expansions that benefit from mixed fiber and copper deployments