The Cisco Catalyst 6513 is a high-performance, modular chassis switch designed for enterprise data centres, service provider networks, and large campus environments. It comes equipped with 2 ports and a rack-mountable chassis, making it suitable for installation in network cabinets for professional networking environments.
This model, part number VS-C6513-S720-10G, features the Cisco Virtual Switching Supervisor Engine 720 3C, a critical component that enables enhanced throughput, optimised forwarding of data packets, and superior network management capabilities. The inclusion of this powerful engine ensures high levels of performance and scalability, making the switch ideal for networks requiring robust reliability and advanced functionality. The motor supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet, offering significant bandwidth for data-intensive applications and services.
The switch also includes a Fan Tray, facilitating critical cooling to maintain optimal performance during extended operations. The modular nature of the design supports the addition of slots for various line cards to offer flexible network configuration and functionality expansion. Its architecture allows for robust support of Layer 2/3 Ethernet switching for scalable connectivity in large network segments.
Moreover, the switch includes redundancy support with specific supervisor engines, ensuring high availability and minimised network downtime in the case of failure. The Cisco Catalyst 6513 also supports a wide variety of features for secure and efficient network operations, including VLANs, QoS, and multicast capabilities.
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