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VS-C6513-S720-10G Overview
VS-C6513-S720-10G is a high-performance rack-mount switch designed with a robust architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations, making it ideal for modern enterprise networks. Its design incorporates a scalable switching fabric and flexible power options, ensuring consistent performance across mission-critical deployments, while providing advanced stacking capabilities for simplified management and improved system resiliency.
This model features a balanced mix of high-density Ethernet ports and dedicated 10G uplink configurations that facilitate seamless data aggregation and efficient traffic distribution. Targeted for applications in data centers, campus networks, and branch offices, the VS-C6513-S720-10G delivers reliable performance and scalability, making it a strong candidate for environments that require both robust network connectivity and high throughput.
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VS-C6513-S720-10G Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Twisted Pair / Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- VS-C6513-S720-10G
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- LAN Base
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- N/A
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- VS-C6513-S720-10G High-Performance Rack Switch
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
VS-C6513-S720-10G Use Case
Data Center Core Switch for High-Availability Virtualized Workloads
A global financial services firm deploys VS-C6513-S720-10G chassis with dual Sup720-10G supervisors and VSS to power its VMware ESXi environment. Active-active VSS clustering eliminates failover delays, delivers 720 Gbps per supervisor, and provides non-stop forwarding for thousands of virtual machines. Outcome: 99.999% uptime, sub-millisecond latency and seamless capacity scaling to meet spikes in transaction volume.
Enterprise Campus Aggregation with Simplified Management
A large university uses two VS-C6513-S720-10G switches in VSS mode to aggregate access-layer 10 GbE links across 150 buildings. IP Base licensing drives dynamic routing (OSPF/EIGRP) and multicast for e-learning applications. Centralized CLI and policy-based QoS reduce configuration drift and speed up roll-outs. Outcome: 50% reduction in management tasks, 40% faster service provisioning and resilient connectivity during peak-class hours.
Hybrid Cloud WAN Edge and 10 GbE Internet Breakout
A global retail chain leverages the VS-C6513-S720-10G chassis with VSS to aggregate regional MPLS and direct Internet circuits over 10 GbE. IP Base features enable BGP-MP-EBGP multihoming, prefix lists and robust ACL enforcement for PCI-DSS traffic segmentation. Outcome: 30% lower WAN costs, sub-2 ms convergence on link failure and compliant, high-throughput connectivity for cloud-based point-of-sale services.
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Product Comparison Table 
| VS-C6513-S720-10G |  WS-C6504E-S32P10GE |  VS-C6506E-S720-10G |  VS-C6509E-S720-10G |  WS-C6509-E-VPN+-K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | N/A | 30 inches | 20 inches | N/A | 28 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Chassis | Chassis | Chassis | Chassis |
| Height | N/A | 7 inches | 7 inches | N/A | 7 inches |
| IOS | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | VS-C6513-S720-10G | WS-C6504E-S32P10GE | VS-C6506E-S720-10G | VS-C6509E-S720-10G | WS-C6509-E-VPN+-K9 |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Combo | Fiber / Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo |
| Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 32 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | N/A |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | Over 48 Ports | Over 48 Ports | N/A |
| POE Support | Non POE | POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 48 Ethernet ports, 4 SFP uplink ports | 4 expansion slots | 6-slot chassis with S720 module and 10G uplink | 9 module slots with support for 10G uplinks | 9-slot modular chassis supporting a range of network modules |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | 350W | N/A | N/A |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | VS-C6513-S720-10G High-Performance Rack Switch | Cisco Catalyst 6504-E with 32-Port PoE and 10 Gigabit Ethernet Uplink | VS-C6506E-S720-10G Chassis Switch | Cisco Catalyst VS-C6509E-S720-10G | Cisco Catalyst 6509-E VPN+-K9 |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 4 RU | 4 RU | 4 RU | 4 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | N/A |
| Switching Capacity | N/A | 320 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 720 Gbps | 480 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | 960 Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 1G / 10G |
| Weight | N/A | 80 lbs | 50 lbs | N/A | 89 lbs |
| Width | N/A | 19 inches | 17 inches | N/A | 17 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Imran Yousaf
4
Handled heavy traffic without performance drops.
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Stefan Muller
5
Stable VSS deployment.
H
Hamza Jamil
5
Reliable long term performance.
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Paul Henderson
4
Excellent for scalable network designs.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst VS-C6513-S720-10G?
The Cisco Catalyst VS-C6513-S720-10G is a 13-slot modular switch chassis with integrated fan tray and two Supervisor 720-10G engines, delivering high-performance Layer 2/3 switching with IP Base licensing and VSS support.
What components are included in the VS-C6513-S720-10G package?
The package includes the C6513 chassis, front-to-back fan tray, two SUP720-10G supervisor modules, IP Base licenses, VSS software, power supply bays (power supplies sold separately) and rack-mount hardware.
What features does the IP Base license provide?
The IP Base license enables advanced IPv4/IPv6 routing protocols, basic multicast, dynamic access control lists (ACLs), quality of service (QoS) and essential security features without advanced enterprise services.
How does Virtual Switching System (VSS) enhance redundancy?
VSS logically combines two Catalyst 6500 series switches into a single virtual device, providing stateful supervisor failover, seamless hitless failover for control and data planes, and increased overall availability.
How many line card slots are available in the C6513 chassis?
The C6513 chassis offers 13 modular slots for Supervisor, line cards, service modules and redundant fan trays, allowing flexible port density and service deployment.
What is the total switching capacity of the SUP720-10G supervisor?
Each Supervisor 720-10G delivers up to 720 Gbps of switching capacity, with dual supervisors supporting up to 1.44 Tbps in active/standby or VSS mode.
What port speeds are supported by the SUP720-10G modules?
Supervisor 720-10G modules support up to 10 Gbps per port on compatible line cards, enabling Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet and optional 40 Gigabit uplinks.
What power and cooling options are supported?
The chassis accommodates up to four power supplies (AC or DC) for N+1 redundancy and includes a hot-swappable front-to-back fan tray to maintain consistent airflow and optimal thermal performance.
Is the VS-C6513 compatible with existing Cisco Catalyst modules?
Yes, the C6513 chassis is backward-compatible with existing Supervisor II/III modules, a wide range of line cards, service modules and power supplies designed for the Catalyst 6500 series.
What is the typical use case for the C6513 chassis?
The C6513 is ideal for enterprise campus cores, data center aggregation and service provider edge deployments requiring high throughput, modular flexibility and advanced routing services.
How do I configure VSS on the VS-C6513 switch?
To configure VSS, install dual SUP720-10G modules, enable VSS mode via Cisco IOS commands, create a virtual switch domain, assign roles and connect the VSL links between chassis.
What are the dimensions and weight of the chassis?
The C6513 measures 17.5 in. (44.45 cm) H x 17.5 in. (44.45 cm) W x 25.7 in. (65.28 cm) D and weighs approximately 130 lbs (59 kg) without modules or power supplies.
Does Cisco provide a hardware warranty and support?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty with return for repair (RMA) service and optional SMARTnet® support contracts for software updates, technical assistance and advance hardware replacement.
What are the uplink capabilities of the SUP720-10G?
Supervisor 720-10G supports up to four integrated 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks and optional 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports via SFP+ or QSFP+ interfaces for high-speed aggregation.
How can I purchase software licenses or upgrades?
Software licenses for IP Services, Advanced Enterprise Services and VSS enhancements can be ordered through Cisco partners or the Cisco Commerce Workspace, with flexible Smart Licensing models available.
What environmental and regulatory compliances does the chassis meet?
The C6513 chassis complies with RoHS, WEEE, NEBS, UL/CSA safety standards and operates in a 0–45°C temperature range with 5–90% non-condensing humidity.