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WS-C4500X-16SFP+
Catalyst 4500-X 16 Port 10G IP Base, Front-to-Back, No P/S
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WS-C4500X-16SFP+ is designed with a robust, modular architecture that supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations, ensuring high performance and reliability in demanding enterprise and data center environments. It offers versatile power options and a rich set of high-speed ports, which are optimized for stacking and scalability, making it ideal for networks that require efficient, high-throughput connectivity.
WS-C4500X-16SFP+ provides 16 high-performance SFP+ ports that facilitate 10G connectivity for both uplinks and downlinks, while its stacking capabilities enhance network resilience and manageability. This switch is purpose-built for high-demand applications, empowering organizations to deploy a scalable, secure, and agile network infrastructure that meets today’s connectivity challenges.
WS-C4500X-16SFP+ price is $3,992.00, a 75.1% saving from the Cisco list price of $16,000.00. WS-C4500X-16SFP+ is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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In a modern data center spine-and-leaf architecture, the WS-C4500X-16SFP+ serves as a high-density leaf switch aggregating up to 16 10G SFP+ uplinks from hyperconverged nodes and virtualization hosts. Front-to-back airflow ensures compatibility with hot-aisle/cold-aisle containment, while the IP Base feature set delivers advanced Layer 3 routing between leaf and spine. Outcome: Consolidates traffic, reduces east-west latency by up to 30%, and simplifies rack-level cable management for faster VM provisioning.
In a large enterprise campus, the WS-C4500X-16SFP+ functions as the core/distribution layer switch, providing 16 10G SFP+ uplinks to access switches and wireless controllers. Its IP Base license supports OSPF, EIGRP, VRF-Lite and IPv6 routing, enabling secure segmentation of voice, data and IoT traffic. Outcome: Improves network resiliency with sub-50 ms convergence, streamlines policy enforcement across VLANs, and delivers up to 10 Gbps per access aggregation point for bandwidth-hungry applications.
At a service provider’s customer premise or POP, the WS-C4500X-16SFP+ acts as a demarcation and aggregation node for multi-tenant 10G services. Front-to-back cooling aligns with rack-mount HVAC design, while QoS, ACLs and VRF support enable secure, SLA-driven bandwidth segmentation. Outcome: Delivers scalable 10 Gbps access for up to 16 customers, enforces carrier-grade SLAs, and reduces CAPEX by consolidating service demarcation and routing on a single platform.
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| WS-C4500X-16SFP+ |  WS-C4503 |  WS-C4507R-E |  C1-C4500X-32SFP+ |  WS-C4506-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 |
| Flash Memory | 64 MB | 64 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 32 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Desktop / Rack-mount / Chassis / N/A | Rack-mount | Chassis |
| IOS | IP Services | LAN Base | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100 | 10/100 |
| 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 | WS-C4500X-16SFP+ | WS-C4503 | WS-C4507R-E | C1-C4500X-32SFP+ | WS-C4506-E |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber / Combo | Fiber | Combo |
| Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 256 MB |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 4500-X 16SFP+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst WS-C4503 Switching Platform | Cisco Catalyst 4507R Chassis Switch - Enhanced | C1-C4500X-32SFP+ Ethernet Switch | Cisco Catalyst 4506-E |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 4 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | 16 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports | Combo | 32 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 320 Gbps | 128 Gbps | 80 Gbps | 640 Gbps | 84 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 1G | 1G / 10G / 40G | 10G | 1G |
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Catalyst 4500-X 16-port IP Base offers professional-grade 10G connectivity and front-to-back airflow.
Reliable switch for enterprise-scale deployments with minimal downtime.
Durable and efficient chassis with stable throughput.
Easy to deploy, professional-grade switch for critical networks.
Maintains consistent 10G speeds across all ports.
The Cisco WS-C4500X-16SFP+ is a Catalyst 4500-X series switch featuring 16 fixed 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports and the Cisco IP Base software license.
The Catalyst 4500-X 16SFP+ supports 16 front-panel 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports for high-density uplinks and server connections.
No, the WS-C4500X-16SFP+ is sold without a power supply; compatible AC or DC power modules must be purchased separately.
The Catalyst 4500-X 16 Port switch delivers up to 320 Gbps of switching capacity with a forwarding rate of 238 Mpps.
The WS-C4500X-16SFP+ ships with the Cisco IP Base license, enabling advanced Layer 2 features and Layer 3 routing protocols.
Yes, the WS-C4500X-16SFP+ is designed for front-to-back airflow to optimize data center rack cooling.
Yes, it fits standard 19-inch racks and includes mounting brackets for a 1RU installation.
It is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 4500-X power modules, fan trays, and Cisco-approved 10 G-SFP+ transceivers.
Management is via Cisco IOS CLI, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, or SNMP for centralized monitoring and configuration.
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty and 90 days of software updates for the WS-C4500X-16SFP+.
Yes, it supports Virtual Switching System (VSS) to create a logical stack of two Catalyst 4500-X switches.
The switch requires front-to-back rack airflow and an ambient operating temperature of 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C).
The WS-C4500X-16SFP+ measures 1.73×17.5×23.3 inches (H×W×D) and weighs approximately 31 lbs (14.1 kg).
No, the WS-C4500X-16SFP+ does not support PoE or PoE+; it is dedicated to high-speed data forwarding.
Ideal use cases include data center aggregation, small enterprise cores, high-performance computing clusters, and multitenant infrastructures.
The WS-C4500X-16SFP+ is available through Cisco authorized resellers and the Cisco online partner portal.
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