WS-C4506E-GE-96V, Cisco Catalyst 4500E Switch, 1xS2+10GE/2x48xGE PoE

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  • Model: WS-C4506E-GE-96V
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    Overview
    End-of-Life Notice
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    WS-C4506E-GE-96V is officially EOL. Service support ends on 2015-07-31.
    For full lifecycle details, see WS-C4506E-GE-96V EOL.
    Recommended Replacement
    Recommended Replacement
    Official replacement model. Aligned with current deployment environments.

    Cisco WS-C4506E-GE-96V Overview

    The Cisco WS-C4506E-GE-96V is an enterprise-class modular switch from the Catalyst 4500E series, designed for scalable campus and branch networks. With a 6U chassis, 1 x S2+10GE supervisor engine, and 2 x WS-X4548-GB-RJ45V line cards, it delivers 96 Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ access ports and up to 848 Gbps forwarding bandwidth. Dual redundant power supplies enhance availability, while advanced features such as QoS, VRRP, HSRP, IGMP snooping, and rich CLI/SNMP management simplify large-scale deployment and operation.

    Product Highlights

    96
    Total Ports
    848 Gbps
    Fwd Bw
    15.4 W
    PoE Port

    Product Applications Scenarios

    Enterprise Network
    High-density 1G PoE+ access with 96 ports and redundancy simplifies campus LAN deployment, reduces wiring cabinets, and can lower overall rollout and operations costs by up to 25%.
    Edge & IoT
    Reliable PoE+ power and 848 Gbps forwarding ensure stable backhaul for IP cameras, sensors, and VoIP phones, consolidating edge devices and cutting separate power runs by around 30%.
    Public Infrastructure
    Dual power supplies, robust Layer 2/3 features, and 0–40°C operation support traffic, campus, and municipal networks, improving uptime and simplifying centralized management.

    Product Features Comparison

      Cisco WS-C4506E-GE-96V Cisco WS-C4948E-E, Cisco Catalyst 4948E Switch, 48×1GE/4×10GE/Back-to-front airflow Cisco C1-WSC3850-24XUL Cisco C9300-48P-A
    Model WS-C4506E-GE-96V, Cisco Catalyst 4500E Switch, 1×S2+10GE/2×48×GE PoE WS-C4948E-E, Cisco Catalyst 4948E Switch, 48×1GE/4×10GE/Back-to-front airflow C1-WSC3850-24XUL C9300-48P-A
    Brand Cisco Cisco Cisco Cisco
    Port Configuration 48 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports per line card n/a 24 × Multigigabit (2.5/5G) Ethernet ports n/a
    Switching Capacity n/a Switch Fabric Capacity: 136 Gbps Switching Capacity: 640 Gbps Switching Capacity: 176 Gbps
    Forwarding Rate n/a Forwarding Rate: 102 Mpps Forwarding Rate: 500 Mpps (80B packets) Forwarding Rate: 77.36 Mpps
    PoE Budget Maximum PoE: 384 ports n/a n/a Total PoE Budget: 740W
    Stacking Capability n/a Stackable: No Stacking Bandwidth: 480 Gbps Stacking Bandwidth: 480 Gbps

    Optional Add-ons

    Model Number Description
    PWR-C45-4200ACV Cisco Catalyst 4500E 4200W ACV PoE power supply for WS-C4506E-GE-96V
    WS-X45-SUP7-E Cisco Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 7-E for enhanced Layer 3 services
    GLC-SX-MMD Cisco 1G SFP SX multimode transceiver for Catalyst 4500E uplinks

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    Specification

    Cisco WS-C4506E-GE-96V Specification

    Model
    WS-C4506E-GE-96V
    Brand
    Cisco
    Series
    Catalyst 4500E
    Bundle
    Cat4506-E PoE GE Bundle
    Supervisor Engine
    1 x S2+10GE
    Line Cards
    2 x WS-X4548-GB-RJ45V
    Port Configuration
    48 10/100/1000 PoE+ ports per line card
    Total Ports
    96
    Power Supply
    Dual redundant power supplies (configured separately)
    Maximum PoE
    384 ports
    Forwarding Bandwidth
    848 Gbps
    Switching Bandwidth
    256 Gbps
    Power over Ethernet (PoE)
    Yes
    Rack Units
    6U
    Chassis Dimensions
    10.5 x 17.3 x 21.75 in
    Power Consumption
    Varies based on configuration
    Max Power per Port
    15.4 W per port on 48-port line cards
    Features
    QoS, VRRP, HSRP, IGMP snooping
    Management
    CLI, SNMP, RMON, Telnet
    Operating Temperature
    32 to 104 °F (0 to 40 °C)
    Weight
    26.0 kg

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    Questions & Answers

    What accessories are compatible with the WS-C4506E-GE-96V?

    Compatible accessories include additional line cards, supervisor engines, and power supplies from the Cisco Catalyst 4500 series.

    How does the WS-C4506E-GE-96V compare to other switches in Cisco's lineup?

    The WS-C4506E-GE-96V offers a balanced mix of performance, port density, and PoE, making it suitable for mid-to-large enterprise environments, unlike smaller models.

    Can the WS-C4506E-GE-96V be used for high-density environments?

    Yes, the WS-C4506E-GE-96V's high port density and dual 10GE uplinks make it ideal for high-density network environments.

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