WS-C4510R Cisco Catalyst Switch Chassis - 10 Slots

Overview Cisco Catalyst 4510R Switch Chassis  

Product Information

• Manufacturer: Cisco
• Model Number: WS-C4510R
• Product Line: Catalyst
• Series: 4500
• Type: Switch Chassis

Expansion Capabilities

• Total Expansion Slots: 10

Network and Communication Support

• Supported Layer: Layer 4

Management and Protocols

• Manageable: Yes
• Management Tools:
  • CiscoWorks Resource Manager Essentials
  • CiscoView graphical device management
  • Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) Versions 1, 2c
  • Remote Monitoring (RMON)
  • Switched Port Analyzer (SPAN)
  • Enhanced Switched Port Analyzer (ESPAN)
  • Telnet
  • VLAN provisioning and logical display

Power Specifications

• Power Source: Power Supply
• Redundant Power Supply: Yes

Slots

The Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis is equipped with a remarkable feature known as Slots, which sets it apart from other switch chassis in the market. With a total of 10 slots available, this chassis offers unparalleled flexibility and scalability to meet the growing networking needs of businesses of all sizes.

Flexibility for Expansion

The 10 slots provided by the Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis allow users to effortlessly expand their network infrastructure. Whether it's adding new modules, line cards, or supervisor engines, these slots offer the necessary space to accommodate the ever-increasing demands of modern network environments. This flexibility ensures that businesses can easily adapt and scale their networks as their requirements evolve over time.

Enhanced Performance

Each slot in the Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis is designed to deliver optimal performance. The chassis supports a wide range of high-performance modules, including line cards with advanced features like Power over Ethernet (PoE), enabling businesses to power network devices such as IP phones and wireless access points directly from the switch.

Furthermore, these slots support supervisor engines that provide advanced routing and switching capabilities. This allows for better control and management of network traffic, ensuring seamless connectivity and improved overall performance.

Redundancy and High Availability

One of the key advantages offered by the Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis is its ability to provide redundancy and high availability through its slots feature. By utilizing multiple supervisor engines and power supplies in different slots, businesses can create a highly resilient network infrastructure that minimizes downtime.

In the event of a failure or maintenance activity on one module, the traffic can be seamlessly redirected to another slot, ensuring uninterrupted network connectivity. This level of redundancy is critical for businesses that rely heavily on their networks for day-to-day operations, preventing any disruptions that could result in financial losses or damage to the organization's reputation.

Simplified Network Management

The Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis with its 10 slots greatly simplifies network management. By consolidating multiple network devices into a single chassis, businesses can streamline their operations and reduce the complexity associated with managing a large number of switches.

With fewer devices to manage, IT teams can save time and effort in monitoring and troubleshooting tasks. Additionally, the unified management interface provided by the Cisco IOS software simplifies configuration and monitoring processes, ensuring efficient network administration.

Cost Savings

The ability to accommodate multiple modules and line cards within a single chassis brings significant cost savings for businesses. Instead of investing in separate switches for different network functions, the Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis allows organizations to consolidate their networking infrastructure into a single, cost-effective solution.

This consolidation not only reduces upfront hardware costs but also leads to lower ongoing operational expenses. It eliminates the need for additional power supplies, rack space, and cabling that would be required with multiple standalone switches. Overall, the cost savings offered by the Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis make it an attractive option for businesses looking to optimize their network investments.

Conclusion

The Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis with its 10 slots is a powerful networking solution that provides unmatched flexibility, performance, redundancy, and simplified management. Whether it's expanding network capacity, enhancing performance, or ensuring high availability, this chassis is designed to meet the evolving needs of modern businesses.

By offering a consolidated and cost-effective solution, the Cisco WS-C4510R Switch Chassis empowers organizations to build robust and scalable networks that can support their current and future requirements. With its exceptional features and benefits, this switch chassis is the ideal choice for businesses seeking a reliable and efficient networking solution.