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WS-SUP720-3BXL Overview

WS-SUP720-3BXL is a high-performance supervisor engine module designed for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches. This integrated module leverages an internal backplane connector to support advanced routing capabilities and high-speed data processing while running critical protocols such as TCP/IP and MPLS. Its modular design enables straightforward installation in legacy and modern networking infrastructures, ensuring compatibility with mission-critical environments.

Engineered for high availability and redundancy, WS-SUP720-3BXL is ideally suited for upgrading server network interfaces and expanding data center capacity. The robust supervisor engine delivers reliable performance for demanding applications by seamlessly integrating into Cisco platforms, while its support for key network protocols and features like advanced routing and QoS ensures network scalability and optimized traffic management.

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WS-SUP720-3BXL Specifications

Product Type
Supervisor Engine Module
Module Type
Supervisor Engine
Data Rate
N/A
Connector Type
Integrated Backplane Connector
Supported Protocols
TCP/IP / MPLS / Routing Protocols
Form Factor
Modular
Operating Temperature
0 to 50°C
Storage Temperature
-40 to 70°C
Input Voltage
N/A
Compatibility
Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series
Max Speed
N/A
Supported Features
High Availability / Redundancy / Advanced Routing / QoS
Power Consumption
N/A
Interface Ports
N/A
Expansion Slots
N/A
Product Name
WS-SUP720-3BXL Supervisor Engine 720
Height
N/A
Width
N/A
Depth
N/A
Weight
N/A

WS-SUP720-3BXL Use Case

High-Availability Data Center Core Routing with WS-SUP720-3BXL

In a global cloud provider environment, the WS-SUP720-3BXL in Catalyst 6500/Cisco 7600 chassis delivers nonstop L3 forwarding via Fabric MSFC3 and PFC3BXL-based hitless supervisor switchover. This ensures 99.999% uptime, sub-millisecond routing convergence, and seamless stateful redundancy across dual supervisors. Outcome: maximized business continuity, predictable performance under peak loads, and simplified maintenance windows.

Enterprise Campus Segmentation and QoS Enforcement

A large financial services campus uses the WS-SUP720-3BXL to enforce dynamic VLAN segmentation, advanced QoS policies, and Identity-Based Networking Services (IBNS) on Catalyst 6500 switches. Fabric-based forwarding offloads policy enforcement, while MSFC3 integration centralizes security policy and routing. Outcome: guaranteed application performance, granular access control, and reduced operational complexity for thousands of endpoints.

Service Provider Edge MPLS VPN and Multicast Delivery

A Tier-1 service provider deploys the WS-SUP720-3BXL on Cisco 7600 to run high-scale MPLS VPN, multicast, and IPv6 peering services. PFC3BXL hardware forwarding scales to 720 Gbps, BGP Route Reflector and LDP/MPLS TE integrate with MSFC3 for optimal path selection. Outcome: multi-tenant isolation, consistent SLA delivery, and flexible expansion without forklift upgrades.

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

Catalyst 6500/Cisco 7600 WS-SUP720-3BXL Catalyst Supervisor 720 Fabric MSFC3 PFC3BXLWS-SUP720-3BXLC6500 802.3af upgrade for 6148-RJ-45 (trade-in order only)WS-X6148-45AF-UGCisco 6500 Module WS-X6848-TX-2T Catalyst 6500 48-port 10/100/1000 GE Mod: fabric enabled, RJ-45 DFC4WS-X6848-TX-2T1-port OC12/STM4 POS Shared Port AdaptersSPA-1XOC12-POSCisco 4-Port Fast Ethernet (TX) Shared Port AdapterSPA-4X1FE-TX-V2
Product TypeSupervisor Engine ModuleNetwork Module / Network CardNetwork ModuleNetwork CardNetwork Card
Module TypeSupervisor EngineEthernet ModuleEthernetEthernet ModuleEthernet
Data RateN/A1Gbps10Gbps1Gbps1Gbps
Connector TypeIntegrated Backplane ConnectorRJ-45RJ-45RJ-45RJ-45
Supported ProtocolsTCP/IP / MPLS / Routing ProtocolsTCP/IPTCP/IP, iSCSITCP/IPTCP/IP
Form FactorModularModularModularPCIePCIe
Operating Temperature0 to 50°C0 to 70°C0 to 70°C0 to 70°C0 to 70°C
Storage Temperature-40 to 70°C-40 to 85°C-40 to 85°C-40 to 85°C-40 to 85°C
Input VoltageN/A3.3V3.3V, 5V3.3V3.3V
CompatibilityCisco Catalyst 6500 SeriesCisco Catalyst SwitchesCiscoPOS Systems, Routers, Switches, ServersCisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP
Max SpeedN/A1Gbps10Gbps1Gbps1Gbps
Supported FeaturesHigh Availability / Redundancy / Advanced Routing / QoSAuto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoSAuto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoSAuto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoSAuto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS
Power ConsumptionN/AN/AN/AN/A6.8W
Interface PortsN/AEthernetEthernetEthernetEthernet
Expansion SlotsN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Product NameWS-SUP720-3BXL Supervisor Engine 720WS-X6148-45AF-UGWS-X6848-TX-2TSPA-1XOC12-POSSPA-4X1FE-TX-V2
HeightN/AN/AN/AN/A1.73 inches
WidthN/AN/AN/AN/A3.44 inches
DepthN/AN/AN/AN/A0.75 inches
WeightN/AN/AN/AN/A0.85 lbs

Reviews & Ratings

D
David Harris
5

The WS-SUP720-3BXL supervisor module offers excellent performance. It provides fast processing and supports 10GbE, ensuring seamless data flow across our network.

O
Olivia Carter
4

This supervisor module is powerful and reliable. The WS-SUP720-3BXL improves network performance and ensures efficient management of high-demand traffic.

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James Walker
5

The WS-SUP720-3BXL offers great value for performance. It handles 10GbE efficiently and integrates smoothly into our existing infrastructure.

G
Grace Mitchell
3

The WS-SUP720-3BXL is an essential part of our network. It supports 10GbE connections and improves processing speeds, boosting overall network performance.

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Benjamin Clark
4

We've upgraded to the WS-SUP720-3BXL, and it's made a noticeable difference. It ensures stable, high-speed data transfer and efficient network management.

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco Catalyst WS-SUP720-3BXL Supervisor Engine?

The WS-SUP720-3BXL is a high-performance Supervisor Engine 720 for Cisco Catalyst 6500 and 7600 series switches, integrating Fabric, MSFC3, and PFC3BXL functions for advanced routing, switching, and services.

Which Cisco platforms are compatible with WS-SUP720-3BXL?

It is fully compatible with Cisco Catalyst 6500 and Cisco 7600 series chassis equipped with dual-holster supervisor slots.

What are the key performance specifications of the Supervisor 720?

The Supervisor 720 delivers up to 720 Gbps of fabric bandwidth, supports up to 38 Mpps forwarding rate, and integrates hardware-based Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding for high throughput and low latency.

How does the Supervisor 720 improve network scalability?

By leveraging a 720 Gbps switch fabric and PFC3BXL-powered distributed forwarding, it scales to support thousands of VLANs and IP routes with deterministic, wire-speed performance.