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WS-X45-SUP8-E
Catalyst 4500 PoE+ Ready 10/100/1000, 48-Port (RJ45) Linecar...
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WS-X45-SUP8-E is a high-performance supervisor module designed for advanced network environments. It delivers robust management and control capabilities and is engineered with a modular design that simplifies installation in enterprise routers, switches, and servers while ensuring reliable performance under intensive data center operations.
Ideal for expanding network capacity and upgrading data center infrastructures, this supervisor module supports essential protocols such as TCP/IP and is optimized for secure, scalable network management. Its design facilitates integration with leading network platforms, making it a trusted choice for organizations seeking to enhance their overall system efficiency.
WS-X45-SUP8-E price is $4,652.42, a 77% saving from the Cisco list price of $20,227.92. WS-X45-SUP8-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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In a multi-building corporate campus, IT deploys the WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500 PoE+ Ready 48-Port 10/100/1000 linecard to power IP phones and Wi-Fi access points over existing Cat5e cabling. With up to 30W per port and centralized IOS management, the solution eliminates separate power injectors and simplifies VLAN segmentation. Benefit: Reduced infrastructure costs, streamlined operations, and 99.99% uptime with hot-swappable linecard architecture.
A nationwide retail chain implements the WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500 48-Port PoE+ Ready 10/100/1000 linecard in regional data closets to aggregate and power high-resolution IP cameras and door controllers. The 30W PoE+ per port removes external injectors and supports plug-and-play deployment via LLDP-MED. Benefit: Centralized video monitoring, lower OPEX from consolidated power delivery, and simplified fault isolation.
In an advanced manufacturing plant, network engineers integrate the WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500 PoE+ Ready linecard with 48 Gigabit 10/100/1000 ports to connect and power smart sensors, barcode scanners, and VoIP consoles on the shop floor. The robust PoE+ budget supports critical IoT devices and enables real-time SCADA data flow via QoS-enabled IOS features. Benefit: Enhanced operational visibility, a 20% boost in production efficiency, and minimized downtime through resilient network design.
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 WS-X45-SUP8-E |  WS-X4548-GB-RJ45 |  WS-X4582-E |  C4KX-NM-8SFP+ |  WS-X45-SUP8L-E= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Supervisor Engine | Network Module / Network Card | Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Supervisor Module |
| Module Type | Supervisor Module | Ethernet | Ethernet Module | SFP+ | Supervisor Module |
| Data Rate | N/A | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | N/A |
| Connector Type | N/A | RJ-45 | SFP+ | SFP+ | N/A |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP, iSCSI | N/A |
| Form Factor | Modular | Modular | PCIe | Modular | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 50°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 70°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V / 5V | N/A | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst Series | Cisco | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series |
| Max Speed | N/A | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | N/A |
| Supported Features | High Availability, Redundancy, Advanced Routing | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Jumbo Frames, QoS | Redundancy, High Availability, Modular Integration |
| Power Consumption | N/A | N/A | 15W | 6.5W | N/A |
| Interface Ports | N/A | Ethernet | Ethernet | SFP+ | N/A |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | WS-X45-SUP8-E | WS-X4548-GB-RJ45 | WS-X4582-E High-Speed Ethernet Module | C4KX-NM-8SFP+ | WS-X45-SUP8L-E= |
| Height | N/A | N/A | 1.0 inches | 0.3 inches | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | 3.0 inches | 3.5 inches | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | 0.5 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | 0.75 lbs | 0.8 lbs | N/A |
The WS-X45-SUP8-E is perfect for handling high-density environments. It ensures fast, reliable performance and easy integration into our network.
We rely on the WS-X45-SUP8-E for consistent, high-speed performance. It handles multiple connections effortlessly and supports our expanding network.
The WS-X45-SUP8-E is a solid supervisor engine. It provides fast, stable performance and supports our business's growing network needs.
The WS-X45-SUP8-E ensures seamless connectivity. It integrates smoothly into our network and provides excellent performance, even under heavy load.
The WS-X45-SUP8-E provides high availability and reliability. It offers fast performance, ensuring smooth, uninterrupted operation for our network.
The WS-X45-SUP8-E is a Cisco Catalyst 4500 series line card offering 48 RJ45 10/100/1000 ports with PoE+ support, designed for high-density Gigabit connectivity and enterprise-grade performance.
The WS-X45-SUP8-E delivers 48 10/100/1000 RJ45 ports, enabling up to 48 concurrent Gigabit Ethernet connections per line card.
Yes. The WS-X45-SUP8-E supports IEEE 802.3at PoE+, delivering up to 30 W per port for devices such as IP phones, wireless access points, and cameras.
The line card provides a shared PoE+ power budget of up to 740 W, subject to supervisor and chassis power-supply capacity.
WS-X45-SUP8-E is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series Supervisor Engines 7-E, 7L-E, and 21, ensuring full feature and PoE+ support.
The WS-X45-SUP8-E delivers up to 176 Gbps backplane capacity with a non-blocking 48 Gbps per slot performance for wire-speed forwarding.
Yes. The WS-X45-SUP8-E supports hot-swap insertion and removal, allowing maintenance without shutting down the entire switch.
WS-X45-SUP8-E supports full Cisco IOS feature sets including advanced QoS, VLANs, STP, IP routing, multicast, and security services.
Install WS-X45-SUP8-E into any available Catalyst 4500 Series line-card slot; ensure supervisor engine and power supplies meet PoE+ power and cooling specifications.
WS-X45-SUP8-E operates in 0–40 °C (32–104 °F) ambient temperatures with front-to-back airflow; conforms to Cisco environmental and acoustic guidelines.
The line card supports 802.1X port authentication, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard, and ACLs for robust edge security.
Ideal for enterprise access, campus distribution, and converged networks requiring high port density, PoE+ for IP devices, and wire-speed Gigabit uplinks.
Simply insert into any compatible 4500 chassis slot; it auto-discovers supervisors and aligns with existing VLAN, QoS, and PoE configurations.
Yes. WS-X45-SUP8-E includes a limited lifetime hardware warranty and is eligible for Cisco SMARTnet® support services for rapid replacement and software updates.
The line card is UL, FCC, CE, RoHS, and ENERGY STAR® certified, meeting global safety, electromagnetic compatibility, and environmental standards.