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WS-X6848-TX-2TXL
Cisco 6500 Module WS-X6848-TX-2T Catalyst 6500 48-port 10/10...
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WS-X6848-TX-2TXL is an advanced Ethernet module designed to deliver high-density, high-speed connectivity solutions for enterprise and data center environments. The module features 48 fixed copper ports utilizing RJ-45 connectors for standard 1Gbps Ethernet connectivity, along with 2 dedicated uplink ports equipped with SFP+ connectors supporting 10Gbps data rates, allowing seamless integration with routers, switches, and servers while supporting TCP/IP and essential Ethernet protocols.
Engineered with a modular design for straightforward installation in Cisco chassis systems, this card is ideal for upgrading network interfaces, expanding data center capacity, and linking to high-speed networks requiring low latency and high throughput. Its robust construction meets industry standards ensuring reliable performance and uninterrupted connectivity in mission-critical applications.
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Scenario: A global enterprise campus requires line-rate 1 GbE connectivity for 1,000+ desktops, IP phones and wireless access points. The Cisco Catalyst 6500 WS-X6848-TX-2TXL module (fabric-enabled, RJ-45 DFC4XL) delivers 48 non-blocking Gigabit Ethernet ports in a single slot. Benefit: Scales edge port density by 48 Gbps per module, eliminates access bottlenecks, simplifies network operations and reduces TCO with centralized fabric control.
Scenario: A mid-sized data center aggregates 24 top-of-rack switches carrying server traffic at 1 Gbps. By deploying the WS-X6848-TX-2TXL in a Catalyst 6500 chassis, IT operations achieve high-density uplinks and seamless expansion. Benefit: Provides non-blocking, fabric-enabled performance with sub-microsecond latency, supports hot-swap line cards and improves server farm scalability while maintaining investment protection.
Scenario: A healthcare network must deliver mission-critical EMR access, VoIP and HD video conferencing over a unified campus backbone. The Cisco Catalyst 6500 WS-X6848-TX-2TXL (RJ-45 DFC4XL) ensures QoS-enabled, wire-speed forwarding for all traffic types. Benefit: Guarantees low-latency, priority-based traffic management, increases service availability with redundant fabric and aligns with compliance requirements for real-time applications.
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
 WS-X6848-TX-2TXL |  VS-S720-10G-3C |  SPA-4XOC48POS/RPR |  WS-X6848-SFP-2T |  WS-F6700-DFC3C | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card |
| Module Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | WAN Module | SFP+ | Fibre Channel Card |
| Data Rate | 1Gbps (copper) / 10Gbps (uplink) | 10Gbps | OC-48 (2.488 Gbps per port) | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 / SFP+ | SFP+ | LC | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, iSCSI | SONET/SDH | TCP/IP, Ethernet | Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor | Modular | PCIe | PCIe | Modular | PCIe |
| 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 | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V / 5V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP |
| Max Speed | 1Gbps (copper) / 10Gbps (uplink) | 10Gbps | OC-48 (2.488 Gbps per port) | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 15W | 12W | 12W | N/A |
| Interface Ports | 48 x RJ-45, 2 x SFP+ | SFP+ | Optical Fiber | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | WS-X6848-TX-2TXL | VS-S720-10G-3C | SPA-4XOC48POS/RPR | WS-X6848-SFP-2T | WS-F6700-DFC3C |
| Height | N/A | N/A | 1.73 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | 3.44 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | 0.75 inches | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | 1.2 lbs | N/A | N/A |
The WS-X6848-TX-2TXL offers impressive performance. It supports 48 RJ-45 ports and the DFC4XL for better performance under load. Great module for high-traffic networks.
This module is ideal for our network needs. The WS-X6848-TX-2TXL offers high-speed GigE connectivity, supports DFC4XL, and ensures smooth operation.
The WS-X6848-TX-2TXL module is perfect for our growing infrastructure. It provides fast data transfer and handles high demand effortlessly.
The WS-X6848-TX-2TXL has been a great addition. It supports high-speed connectivity and provides reliable service in our data-heavy environment.
This module enhances our network performance. The WS-X6848-TX-2TXL delivers fast, stable connectivity and ensures reliable performance even under heavy loads.
The WS-X6848-TX-2TXL is a Cisco Catalyst 6500 line card offering 48 RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet ports, fabric-enabled architecture, and DFC4XL advanced forwarding capabilities.
This module provides 48 RJ-45 ports supporting 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connectivity through standard copper interfaces.
Each of the 48 ports auto-negotiates to 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, or 1 Gbps, ensuring compatibility with legacy and high-speed devices.
Yes; fabric-enabled architecture offloads switching to the supervisor engine fabric, maximizing throughput and reducing latency for each port.
The DFC4XL (Distributed Forwarding Card) provides hardware-based packet forwarding, advanced QoS, and ACL processing at line rate for all 48 ports.
It is compatible with Cisco Catalyst 6503, 6504, 6506, 6509, and 6513 chassis when paired with a Supervisor Engine 2T or newer.
The module delivers up to 96 Gbps of bidirectional switching capacity and supports up to 72 Mpps of forwarding throughput.
No; this model does not provide PoE. For PoE requirements, consider Cisco’s PoE-enabled line cards in the Catalyst 6500 series.
Typical power draw is 200W at full load. Exact consumption depends on DFC usage and chassis power-supply configuration.
Ideal for high-density Gigabit aggregation, server farm uplinks, and campus distribution layers requiring robust QoS and security features.
Power down the chassis, slide the module into an available slot until it clicks, secure the captive screws, and power up for automatic supervisor detection.
Use the IOS CLI to enable fabric forwarding, assign VLANs per port, configure spanning tree, QoS policies, and apply ACLs via the Supervisor Engine.
It supports up to 16 hardware queues per port, weighted fair queuing, priority queuing, policing, shaping, and hierarchical QoS policies.
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty plus optional SMARTnet support for 24/7 technical assistance, software updates, and advance replacement.
The module remains supported under Cisco’s extended support policy; check Cisco’s EOL announcements for specific end-of-support dates.