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WS-X4516-10GE
Model:Cisco Catalyst 4500-X 8 Port 10GE Ethernet port uplink...
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WS-X4516-10GE is a high-performance Ethernet module designed to deliver 10Gbps data rates for demanding network environments. Built with SFP+ connectors, this modular card is engineered for seamless integration into Cisco Catalyst switches, ensuring reliable, high-speed connectivity and enhanced network performance in data centers and enterprise networks.
Specifically developed to support protocols such as TCP/IP and standard Ethernet, the WS-X4516-10GE offers features like auto-negotiation, jumbo frames, and QoS to optimize data flow and reduce latency. Its modular form factor and proven compatibility with Cisco platforms make it ideal for upgrading network interfaces and expanding data center capacity without compromise.
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In a large e-commerce data center deploying a leaf-spine topology, the WS-X4516-10GE-Model:Cisco Catalyst 4500-X 8 Port 10GE Ethernet port uplink Module C4KX-NM-8SFP+ aggregates traffic from multiple Top-of-Rack switches over eight 10GbE links. This delivers sub-microsecond latency and 80 Gbps of non-blocking uplink capacity, enabling seamless scale-out of compute clusters and real-time transaction processing.
A large university campus consolidates distribution switches into the Catalyst 4500-X chassis using the WS-X4516-10GE Module C4KX-NM-8SFP+ to connect dozens of 1GbE edge switches via high-speed 10GbE uplinks. The result is simplified network management, predictable QoS for VoIP and video lecture streaming, and future-proof support for thousands of concurrent Wi-Fi and IoT clients.
A financial institution deploys VMware vSphere clusters on Catalyst 4500-X platforms, using the WS-X4516-10GE 8-port uplink module to link compute nodes to top-tier SAN and backup fabrics. This architecture delivers 10GbE full-duplex throughput per link, ensuring low-jitter performance, high availability and rapid disaster recovery across its private cloud environment.
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 WS-X4516-10GE |  WS-X4302-GB |  WS-X4597-E |  WS-X4724-SFP-E |  WS-X4548-RJ45V+ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module |
| Module Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 1G | 1Gbps |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP | RJ-45 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, Ethernet | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP / iSCSI | TCP/IP | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | Modular | PCIe | PCIe | Modular | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 45°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | N/A | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | N/A | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | N/A | 3.3V | 3.3V | N/A | N/A |
| Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst Series | Cisco, Dell, HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco | Cisco |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 1Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 5W | 12W | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | SFP+ | Ethernet | SFP | Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | PCIe | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | WS-X4516-10GE | WS-X4302-GB | WS-X4597-E High-Speed Ethernet Module | WS-X4724-SFP-E | WS-X4548-RJ45V+ |
| Height | N/A | N/A | 1.0 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | 3.5 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | 0.5 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | 0.3 lbs | N/A | N/A |
The WS-X4516-10GE line card offers fantastic 10GbE support. It's ideal for high-bandwidth environments and provides reliable, high-speed connectivity.
We've been using the WS-X4516-10GE for a while now. It provides solid 10GbE support and handles our heavy data traffic without issues.
The WS-X4516-10GE is a reliable choice for 10GbE connectivity. It delivers excellent performance, even in high-demand environments.
The WS-X4516-10GE line card delivers outstanding performance. It ensures fast, reliable 10GbE connections and is easy to manage.
The WS-X4516-10GE is perfect for high-traffic networks. It provides solid, reliable 10GbE connectivity and handles heavy workloads with ease.
The C4KX-NM-8SFP+ is an eight-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink module designed for Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Series switches, delivering high-density fiber connectivity.
The WS-X4516-10GE module is supported solely in Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Series chassis, in the designated network-module slots.
It supports all Cisco 10GBASE-SR, 10GBASE-LR, 10GBASE-ER and DWDM SFP+ optics for multimode and single-mode fiber links.
The C4KX-NM-8SFP+ delivers up to 160 Gbps of switching capacity (80 Gbps bi-directional) across its eight 10 Gigabit ports.