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WS-X4648-RJ45-E Overview

WS-X4648-RJ45-E is a 48-port Ethernet module designed for integration into Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series switches. It delivers dependable network connectivity with 10/100 Mbps speeds through standard RJ-45 connectors and supports core protocols like TCP/IP. As a modular card, it is engineered to provide seamless installation into a chassis, making it ideal for enhancing network performance in enterprise and data center environments.

This switch module is optimized for expanding network capacity and upgrading server network interfaces, ensuring efficient connections to high-speed networks. With its modular form factor and proven compatibility with Cisco switching platforms, the WS-X4648-RJ45-E meets the demands of mission-critical applications by combining reliability, scalability, and robust performance.

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WS-X4648-RJ45-E Specifications

Product Type
Network Module
Module Type
Ethernet
Data Rate
10/100 Mbps
Connector Type
RJ-45
Supported Protocols
TCP/IP
Form Factor
Modular
Operating Temperature
0 to 70°C
Storage Temperature
-40 to 85°C
Input Voltage
N/A
Compatibility
Cisco Catalyst 4500 Series
Max Speed
100Mbps
Supported Features
Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS
Power Consumption
N/A
Interface Ports
Ethernet
Expansion Slots
N/A
Product Name
WS-X4648-RJ45-E
Height
N/A
Width
N/A
Depth
N/A
Weight
N/A

WS-X4648-RJ45-E Use Case

High-Density Access Layer Deployment for Enterprise Campus Networks

Scenario: An enterprise campus with 2,000+ endpoints requires a mix of copper and fiber connectivity at the access layer. IT installs the WS-X4648-RJ45-E Cisco 4500 Line Card alongside the WS-X4748-SFP-E Catalyst 4500 E-Series 48-port Nonblocking SFP to aggregate user access switches and PoE devices. Benefit: Delivers wire-speed, nonblocking performance with flexible media support, simplifying expansions, reducing port contention, and ensuring consistent QoS for voice, video, and data.

Seamless Data Center Top-of-Rack Aggregation with 48-Port Nonblocking SFP Connectivity

Scenario: A mid-sized data center needs reliable fiber aggregation for ten 10GbE top-of-rack switches. By deploying the WS-X4748-SFP-E Catalyst 4500 E-Series line card together with the WS-X4648-RJ45-E module in the distribution chassis, IT achieves high-density SFP uplinks and copper port flexibility. Benefit: Provides scalable 1/10GbE nonblocking throughput, optimized cooling, and hot-swappable ports, maximizing rack utilization and minimizing downtime during upgrades.

Scalable Backbone Uplink for Multi-Tenant Cloud Service Providers

Scenario: A cloud service provider’s POP facility must support bursty traffic between customer aggregates and core routers. Integrating the WS-X4648-RJ45-E and WS-X4748-SFP-E Catalyst 4500 E-Series modules in a redundant chassis enables 48 copper and 48 fiber uplinks without bottlenecks. Benefit: Ensures nonblocking, low-latency backbone transport, simplifies tenant VLAN segmentation, and supports future migrations to 25/40/100GbE, boosting customer SLAs and operational efficiency.

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

Cisco 4500 Line Card WS-X4748-SFP-E Catalyst 4500 E-Series 48-port Nonblocking SFPWS-X4648-RJ45-ECatalyst 4500 6-Port 10/100/1000 PoE or SFP (Optional) LinecardWS-X45-SUP7L-ECatalyst 4500 Gigabit Ethernet Module, 2-Ports (GBIC) Fiber MigrationWS-X4224-RJ45VCATALYST 4500 E-SERIES SUPERVISOR 8L-EWS-X45-SUP8L-E=Cisco 4500 Line Card WS-X4724-SFP-E Catalyst 4500 E-Series 24-Port SFP 1GWS-X4506-GB-T
Product TypeNetwork ModuleSupervisor ModuleNetwork CardSupervisor ModuleNetwork Module / Network Card
Module TypeEthernetN/AEthernetSupervisor ModuleEthernet
Data Rate10/100 Mbps10Gbps1GbpsN/A1Gbps
Connector TypeRJ-45SFP+RJ-45N/ARJ-45
Supported ProtocolsTCP/IPTCP/IPTCP/IP, UDPN/ATCP/IP
Form FactorModularModularModularModularModular
Operating Temperature0 to 70°C0 to 70°C0 to 70°C0 to 70°C0 to 70°C
Storage Temperature-40 to 85°C-40 to 85°C-40 to 85°C-40 to 85°CN/A
Input VoltageN/A3.3V5V3.3VN/A
CompatibilityCisco Catalyst 4500 SeriesCiscoCiscoCisco Catalyst 4500 SeriesCisco
Max Speed100Mbps10Gbps1GbpsN/A1Gbps
Supported FeaturesAuto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoSAuto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoSAuto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoSRedundancy, High Availability, Modular IntegrationAuto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS
Power ConsumptionN/A15W7WN/AN/A
Interface PortsEthernetSFP+EthernetN/AEthernet
Expansion SlotsN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Product NameWS-X4648-RJ45-EWS-X45-SUP7L-EWS-X4224-RJ45VWS-X45-SUP8L-E=WS-X4506-GB-T
HeightN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
WidthN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
DepthN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
WeightN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A

Reviews & Ratings

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David Brown
5

The WS-X4648-RJ45-E line card is a solid choice for expanding our network. It delivers high performance and ensures reliable connectivity across our entire office.

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Olivia Scott
4

The WS-X4648-RJ45-E is reliable, with consistent speeds and robust performance. It's perfect for large-scale deployments in a high-traffic network.

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James White
5

The WS-X4648-RJ45-E is perfect for our growing network. It offers solid, non-blocking performance, handling a heavy load of connections without issues.

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Grace Mitchell
3

The WS-X4648-RJ45-E is a high-performance line card. It ensures smooth, uninterrupted connectivity, even with multiple devices connected simultaneously.

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Benjamin Turner
4

We've been using the WS-X4648-RJ45-E for a while. It's been reliable, providing excellent network performance and supporting high-traffic environments without issues.

Questions & Answers

What is the Cisco WS-X4748-SFP-E line card and what are its key features?

The WS-X4748-SFP-E is a Catalyst 4500 E-Series 48-port nonblocking SFP line card that delivers wire-speed performance, 1 Gbps port density, advanced QoS, security, and hot-swappable flexibility for campus and data-center deployments.

How many ports does the Catalyst 4500 E-Series WS-X4748-SFP-E support?

The WS-X4748-SFP-E supports 48 independent 1 Gbps SFP ports, enabling high-density fiber connectivity in a single line card.

Which SFP modules are compatible with the WS-X4748-SFP-E line card?

The line card is compatible with Cisco GLC-SX, GLC-LX, GLC-ZX, and third-party MSA-compliant SFP modules for multimode and single-mode fiber applications up to 80 km.

Is the WS-X4748-SFP-E backward compatible with earlier Catalyst 4500 supervisors?

Yes. The WS-X4748-SFP-E is backward compatible with Supervisor Engine 6-E, 7-E, and later supervisors on the 4500 E-Series chassis, subject to IOS feature support.