The Cisco Catalyst 6509-E, part number WS-C6509-E-ACE-K9, is a high-performance modular switch designed for enhancing the scalability and resiliency of enterprise networks. Housed in a 9-slot chassis, this switch offers ample capacity for expansion. It is capable of delivering up to 720 Gbps of switching capacity, enabling efficient data handling for large, complex environments such as data centres.Its modular design supports a range of line cards and supervisor engines, allowing for flexible configurations based on specific network demands. The inclusion of the ACE (Application Control Engine) module delivers advanced traffic management, server load balancing, SSL offloading, and DDoS protection, making it an ideal choice for high-traffic environments needing both enhanced security and application optimisation.The switch supports redundant power supplies and its compatibility with Supervisor Engine 720 supervisor modules ensures high levels of operational resilience. The system’s capability to handle up to 1,000 VLANs makes it highly versatile, handling complex network segmentation with ease.Its extensive features include advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 forwarding, Multi-Gigabit support, and enhanced security features such as Access Control Lists (ACLs) and 802.1x port-based security. Furthermore, the switch is designed to be a desktop solution, addressing space constraints in various business environments without sacrificing performance. With Cisco’s IOS software, the switch enables robust network management, automation, and monitoring capabilities.Overall, the Cisco Catalyst 6509-E is a reliable and scalable solution suitable for organisations seeking high flexibility, performance, and security in their network infrastructure.
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