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Cisco WS-X6408A-GBIC 8-Port Gigabit Interface Module | GBIC-Based Uplink Card | Black


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   Description
  • This 8-port GBIC-based Ethernet module enables high-speed connectivity for demanding network environments by delivering wire-speed Gigabit performance. It connects to the switch backplane via a 32 Gbps shared bus, supporting high-throughput operations in Classic (non-fabric-enabled) Catalyst 6500 series chassis.
  • Compatible with a wide range of supervisor engines, including Supervisor Engine 1A, 2, 32, and 720, the WS-X6408A-GBIC is a versatile module suited for a variety of deployments—from campus backbones to server farm uplinks
   Features
  • 8 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports: GBIC-based interfaces allow flexible transceiver choices (SX, LX/LH, ZX, CWDM, etc.)
  • Line-Rate Forwarding: Offers wire-speed performance for all 8 ports across Layer 2 and Layer 3 operations.
  • High Availability: Works in conjunction with redundant supervisors and system failover capabilities.
  • Backplane Integration: Provides a 32 Gbps shared bus connection to the Catalyst 6500 switch backplane.
  • Flexible Slot Deployment: Can be installed in any slot of a supported Catalyst 6500 Series chassis.
   Technical Specifications
  • Brand: Cisco
  • Part Number: WS-X6408A-GBIC
  • Port Count: 8 x Gigabit Ethernet via GBIC
  • Transceiver Support: GBIC (SX, LX/LH, ZX, CWDM, etc.)
  • Backplane Connection: 32 Gbps shared bus
  • Slot Requirements: Fits any slot in Cisco Catalyst 6500 chassis
  • Supervisor Compatibility: Supervisor Engine 1A, 2, 32, 720
  • Form Factor: Line card module for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series
  • Dimensions: 15.98 x 14.02 x 1.18 inches
  • Weight: 4.19 lbs (1.9 kg)
   Ideal Use Cases
  • Enterprise Distribution and Core Layers: Aggregates access-layer switches with high-speed, scalable uplinks.
  • Data Center Connectivity: Provides high-throughput links between servers, storage, and core switching infrastructure.
  • Web Hosting & Service Providers: Supports reliable, high-speed connectivity in environments requiring flexible GBIC transceiver options.
  • Campus Backbones: Delivers resilient and scalable performance for large campus networks.
   Why Choose the Cisco WS-X6408A-GBIC?
  • Modular Flexibility: GBIC slots support a wide range of optics, making the module adaptable to many deployment scenarios.
  • Proven Performance: Designed for high-demand networks that require consistent Gigabit speed across all ports 
  • Investment Protection: Compatible with multiple generations of Catalyst 6500 chassis and supervisor engines.
  • Scalable Infrastructure: Expandable design allows network growth without the need for hardware replacement


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