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L-C4500E-LB-IP= Overview

L-C4500E-LB-IP=-Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to IP Base software upgrade license enables network administrators to transform a Catalyst 4500E switch’s operating system from LAN Base to IP Base, unlocking advanced IP routing and network management capabilities. This upgrade license falls within the network management category and is delivered as a digital key for straightforward online activation, ensuring seamless implementation on the hardware platform.

This perpetual software upgrade is designed specifically for enterprise and IT administration use, providing lifetime enhancements to a single device. Compatible with Cisco Catalyst 4500E systems, the license is activated online to deliver additional IP features essential for modern network infrastructures, making it an ideal choice for businesses looking to elevate their network performance and reliability.

L-C4500E-LB-IP= price is $2,197.00, a 84.5% saving from the Cisco list price of $14,206.00. L-C4500E-LB-IP= is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)

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L-C4500E-LB-IP= Specifications

Product Type
Software License
Software Category
Network Management
License Type
Perpetual
License Duration
Lifetime
Use Case
Enterprise
User Count
N/A
Device Count
1 Device
Platform Compatibility
N/A
Delivery Method
Digital Key
Activation Type
Online Activation
Language Support
English
Bit Version
N/A
Cloud Integration
N/A
Software Format
Downloadable
Support Included
Vendor Support Required
Product Name
L-C4500E-LB-IP=-Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to IP Base software upgrade license
License Key Included
Yes
ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)
Yes
Renewable
No
Compliance Certifications
N/A
Product Region
Global

L-C4500E-LB-IP= Use Case

Scalable Inter-VLAN Routing for Large Campus Networks

Scenario: A multi-building university campus needs high-performance Layer 3 routing across dozens of VLANs to support digital learning and administrative systems. Applying the Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to IP Base upgrade license (L-C4500E-LB-IP) enables OSPF/EIGRP and dynamic routing on existing 4500E switches without hardware changes. Benefit: Delivers scalable inter-VLAN routing, reduces network latency by up to 30%, and simplifies VLAN segmentation through centralized dynamic routing.

High-Availability Core Switching in Enterprise Data Centers

Scenario: A growing enterprise data center requires redundant Layer 3 core switching with advanced IP services for real-time application delivery. Upgrading Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to IP Base (L-C4500E-LB-IP) activates VRRP, HSRP and enhanced routing protocols on the 4500E platform. Benefit: Ensures sub-second failover, optimizes traffic distribution, and achieves 99.99% network uptime without forklift upgrades.

Optimized Multicast and QoS for Retail Digital Signage

Scenario: A national retail chain deploys digital signage and in-store video across 200 locations, requiring efficient multicast delivery and priority for mission-critical POS traffic. The Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to IP Base upgrade license (L-C4500E-LB-IP) unleashes PIM-SM, IGMP snooping and advanced QoS features on existing 4500E switches. Benefit: Improves multicast efficiency by 50%, enforces packet prioritization for secure POS operations, and reduces network bandwidth costs.

Quality Certifications

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ISO 14001 Certified - UCCISO 9001 Certified - UCCRoHS CompliantREACH CompliantFCC CertifiedCE Mark - European ConformityVCI CertifiedUKCA Mark - UK Conformity Assessed

Product Comparison Table

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Product TypeSoftware LicenseSoftware LicenseSoftware LicenseSoftware LicenseSoftware License
Software CategoryNetwork ManagementNetwork ManagementNetwork ManagementNetwork ManagementNetwork Management
License TypePerpetualPerpetualPerpetualVolumePerpetual
License DurationLifetimeLifetimeLifetimeLifetimeLifetime
Use CaseEnterpriseIT AdminEnterpriseEnterpriseEnterprise
User CountN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Device Count1 Device1 Device1 Device1 Device1 Device
Platform CompatibilityN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Delivery MethodDigital KeyDigital KeyDigital KeyDigital KeyDigital Key
Activation TypeOnline ActivationOnline ActivationOnline ActivationOnline ActivationOnline Activation
Language SupportEnglishN/AEnglishEnglishEnglish
Bit VersionN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Cloud IntegrationN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Software FormatDownloadableDownloadableDownloadableDownloadableDownloadable
Support IncludedVendor Support RequiredVendor Support RequiredVendor Support RequiredVendor Support RequiredVendor Support Required
Product NameL-C4500E-LB-IP=-Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to IP Base software upgrade licenseL-C4500E-LB-IP-UPG 4500E LAN BASE TO IP BASE SOFTWR LIC ELECTRONICALLY DELIVEREDC4500E-IP-ES-S=-Cisco 4500E Series Switch IP Base to Enterprise Services license for spare Sup configL-C4500E-IP-ES-UPG 4500E IP BASE TO ENTERPRISE SERVICES SOFTWARE LICENSEL-C4500E-IP-ES=-Cisco Catalyst 4500E IP Base to Enterprise Services IOS upgrade license
License Key IncludedYesYesYesYesYes
ESD (Electronic Software Delivery)YesYesYesYesYes
RenewableNoN/ANoN/ANo
Compliance CertificationsN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Product RegionGlobalGlobalGlobalGlobalGlobal

Reviews & Ratings

I
Isaiah Thornton
5

Electronic license upgraded LAN Base to IP Base seamlessly.

J
Jonas Whitmore
4

Activation was quick and predictable.

K
Kirk Langston
5

Cisco reliability for enterprise core features.

L
Luther Maddox
3

Helped standardize software across chassis.

M
Miles Redford
4

Smooth upgrade with no downtime.

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco Catalyst 4500E LAN Base to IP Base software upgrade license (SKU L-C4500E-LB-IP=)?

The L-C4500E-LB-IP= is a perpetual software upgrade license that elevates a Cisco Catalyst 4500E from LAN Base to the IP Base feature set, unlocking advanced Layer 3 routing, security, multicast, and QoS capabilities.

Which additional features does IP Base provide over LAN Base on the Catalyst 4500E?

IP Base adds dynamic routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP), VRF-lite, policy-based routing, IPv6, MPLS L3VPN, multicast (PIM, IGMP), advanced QoS and security features beyond LAN Base.

How do I order the L-C4500E-LB-IP= license?

Purchase the SKU L-C4500E-LB-IP= through any authorized Cisco reseller or via Cisco Commerce Workspace, specifying the exact chassis serial number for license entitlement.

Is the Catalyst 4500E IP Base upgrade license perpetual or subscription-based?

The L-C4500E-LB-IP= license is perpetual, providing lifetime access to the Cisco IP Base feature set on the licensed Supervisor Engine without recurring fees.