Cisco WS-C4500X-40X-ES – Catalyst 4500-X 40-Port 10G Enhanced Services Aggregation Switch
The Cisco WS-C4500X-40X-ES is a high‑density 10‑Gigabit aggregation switch engineered for campus core, distribution, and enterprise backbone environments. With up to 800 Gbps switching capacity in a compact 1RU design, it delivers exceptional scalability, resiliency, and security. The Enhanced Services (ES) license enables advanced Layer 3 routing, MPLS, TrustSec, and comprehensive IPv6 features, making it ideal for high‑performance, feature‑rich network architectures.
🔧 Key Specifications
- Ports: 40x 10G SFP+ fixed ports
- Switching Capacity: Up to 800 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: Up to 250 Mpps
- Form Factor: 1RU fixed aggregation switch
- Redundancy: Hot‑swappable fan trays and dual power supply support
- Virtual Switching System (VSS): Supported for multi‑chassis resiliency
- Layer 3 Features (ES License): MPLS, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, IS‑IS, IPv6 routing
- Security: TrustSec, Flexible NetFlow, MACsec (module dependent)
- Scalability: Supports optional uplink/expansion modules for 40G/100G (model dependent)
- Dimensions: 1.75 x 17.25 x 21 in. (4.4 x 43.8 x 53.3 cm) (H x W x D)
- Weight: 24 lb (10.89 kg) (with two power supplies installed)
🧩 Ideal Use Cases
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Campus core and distribution requiring high‑density 10G aggregation
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Enterprise backbone needing advanced routing and security with ES licensing
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High‑performance access layer aggregation for large campus deployments
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Redundant network designs leveraging VSS for chassis‑class resiliency
⚙️ Licensing & Platform Features
- Runs Cisco IOS XE with modular, scalable software architecture
- Enhanced Services (ES) license enables full Layer 3, MPLS, and advanced IPv6 capabilities
- Supports TrustSec, Flexible NetFlow, advanced QoS, and comprehensive security controls
- Redundant fans and PSU options for high‑availability deployments
