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WS-X4448-GB-SFP
Catalyst 4500 E-Series Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite, 2x10GE(X2...
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WS-X4448-GB-SFP is a high-performance 48-port Gigabit Ethernet SFP module designed to deliver rapid, reliable connectivity in enterprise network environments. Built as a modular network card, this SFP module offers 1Gbps data rates with SFP connector types and is fully compatible with Cisco chassis-based switches, ensuring seamless integration into existing hardware infrastructures.
This module supports standard TCP/IP protocols and other network features like auto-negotiation, jumbo frames, and Quality of Service (QoS), making it ideal for data center expansion and high-speed network upgrades. Its modular form factor and straightforward installation process further enhance its utility for upgrading server interfaces and connecting to high-speed networks efficiently.
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In large enterprise and university campus networks requiring seamless Gigabit and IoT connectivity, the Cisco Catalyst 4500 E-Series Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite (WS-X4448-GB-SFP) delivers 48 high-density SFP ports plus 2×10GE(X2) uplinks with Twin Gig resiliency. Benefit: Scales to 54 Gbps forwarding capacity with sub-microsecond latency, simplifies VLAN segmentation and access policy enforcement, and achieves 99.99% availability for critical academic, voice and video services.
In mid-sized data centers running VMware or Hyper-V, the WS-X4448-GB-SFP Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite on Catalyst 4500 aggregates 48 Gigabit SFP server links and 2×10GE uplinks with advanced QoS, dynamic link aggregation and Twin Gig failover. Benefit: Optimizes east-west traffic for accelerated VM mobility, ensures near-line-rate throughput under heavy virtualization workloads, and centralizes management via Cisco IOS XE for rapid service provisioning.
For distributed branch offices integrating on-premises resources with AWS/Azure, the WS-X4448-GB-SFP Catalyst 4500 Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite provides dual 10GE(X2) uplinks and Twin Gig access ports, combined with VRRP and dynamic routing protocols. Benefit: Enables seamless failover between MPLS and cloud links, guarantees consistent low-latency performance for VoIP and real-time applications, and reduces WAN complexity through unified policy enforcement.
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| WS-X4448-GB-SFP |  WS-X4K-CLOCK-E |  WS-X4516-10GE |  WS-X4302-GB |  WS-X4148-FX-MT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module | Clock Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module |
| Module Type | SFP | N/A | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 1Gbps | N/A | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 100Mbps |
| Connector Type | SFP | N/A | SFP+ | SFP+ | RJ-45 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | N/A | TCP/IP, Ethernet | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | Modular | PCIe | Modular | PCIe | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | N/A | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | N/A | 3.3V | N/A |
| Compatibility | Cisco | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco Catalyst Series | Cisco, Dell, HP | Cisco |
| Max Speed | 1Gbps | N/A | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 100Mbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | High Precision Timing / Low Jitter Operation | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Power Consumption | 30W | N/A | N/A | 5W | N/A |
| Interface Ports | SFP | N/A | SFP+ | SFP+ | Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | WS-X4448-GB-SFP | WS-X4K-CLOCK-E | WS-X4516-10GE | WS-X4302-GB | WS-X4148-FX-MT |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
The WS-X4448-GB-SFP line card provides excellent performance. It's perfect for handling high-density environments, offering fast, stable SFP connectivity.
The WS-X4448-GB-SFP performs perfectly. It provides stable, high-speed connections, ensuring seamless communication across our network.
The WS-X4448-GB-SFP is a great choice for our setup. It integrates seamlessly and delivers reliable, high-speed connectivity.
The WS-X4448-GB-SFP offers great value. It's reliable, easy to install, and provides fast, stable connectivity across our office.
The WS-X4448-GB-SFP line card is reliable and delivers exceptional performance. It's a key component in our network infrastructure.
The Cisco Catalyst 4500 E-Series Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite (WS-X4448-GB-SFP) is a modular control blade for the Catalyst 4500 chassis that delivers 48 Gbps of forwarding capacity, dual 10GE uplinks, and advanced Layer 2/3 services in a cost-optimized form factor.
Key features include 48-port Gigabit Ethernet with SFP support, 2×10GE(X2) uplinks, Twin Gig functionality, Cisco IOS XE software, hardware-accelerated forwarding, QoS, IPv4/IPv6 routing, and MACsec encryption support.
The Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite provides 48 Gbps of switching capacity and up to 24 Mpps throughput, ensuring wire-speed performance for both Layer 2 and Layer 3 traffic.
The Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite is compatible with all E-Series and WS-X line cards for the Catalyst 4500 platform, including Gigabit Ethernet and 10GE modules, without requiring hardware modifications.
Yes, it includes 2×10 GE(X2) uplink ports for high-bandwidth connectivity and seamless integration with data center and core networks.
Twin Gig on the Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite allows each SFP port to operate as two independent Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, doubling port density without additional modules.
The Supervisor Engine 6-E Lite supports up to 4,094 VLANs and 32,000 MAC addresses, accommodating large LAN segmentation and endpoint counts.
Yes, Cisco supports transparent in-chassis upgrades from the 6-E Lite to higher-end Supervisor Engines (6-E or 7-E series) with no downtime or hardware changes.
It ships with 512 MB DRAM, 256 MB flash, and a Compact Flash slot, offering ample resources for IOS-XE images, logs, and configuration files.
Supported Layer 3 features include OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, VRF-Lite, policy-based routing, multicast (PIM-SM/SSM), and IP SLA for advanced network services.
It supports Stateful Switchover (SSO) and nonstop forwarding (NSF) when paired with a secondary supervisor, ensuring sub-second failover and zero packet loss.
Typical power draw is 60 W at 48 VDC (switching supply) or 75 W at 110–240 VAC, making it energy-efficient for enterprise deployments.
It runs Cisco IOS XE, delivering modular code, programmability, embedded security, and unified management across LAN, WAN, and data center environments.
Dimensions are 1.5″×16.8″×17.5″ (H×W×D), weight is 7 lbs, operating temperature 0–45 °C, humidity 10–90% non-condensing, and compliance with NEBS Level 3.
Yes, it includes a 90-day Cisco warranty and is eligible for Cisco SMARTnet® service, offering 24×7 technical support, hardware replacement, and software updates.
Power down the chassis, slide the Supervisor Engine into the dedicated slot, secure the captive screws, reconnect uplinks, and power up. The system auto-detects and boots the new engine.
Most advanced services (like BGP, MPLS, or Cisco TrustSec™) require Cisco DNA Advantage or Cisco DNA Premier licensing, managed through Cisco Smart Licensing.