Switch Licenses Catalyst 4500-X

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What license options are available for the Cisco Catalyst 4500-X switch?

The Catalyst 4500-X supports three main licenses: IP Base (Layer 2 switching and basic Layer 3 routing), IP Services (advanced routing protocols and MPLS), and Performance Upgrade (increased forwarding capacity up to 720 Gbps).

How do I upgrade from IP Base to IP Services on the Catalyst 4500-X?

Purchase the Catalyst 4500-X IP Services upgrade PAK, apply the PAK code in the Cisco Licensing portal, then install the new license via the CLI command “license install .”

Can I transfer a Catalyst 4500-X license to a new chassis?

Yes. Use the Cisco License Reservation and Transfer tool to return the existing license, then rehost it to the new chassis by applying the PAK code through the Cisco Smart Software Manager.

What is a Performance Upgrade license on the Catalyst 4500-X?

The Performance Upgrade license unlocks additional forwarding capacity—each license increments throughput by 120 Gbps, up to a maximum of 720 Gbps per chassis.

Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Switch Licenses