The Cisco Line Card E-Series, part number WS-X4612-SFP-E, is a highly versatile plug-in module designed for Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series switches. This line card offers 12 ports, each supporting fibre-based network connections via Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) transceivers, making it perfect for high-speed data transfer across long distances in enterprise and data centre environments.
The card is a full plug-in module that is easy to install, allowing for simple upgrades and scalability within Cisco Catalyst 4500 series chassis. It can be used for building both access and distribution layers of a network and supports a wide range of Ethernet standards such as Gigabit Ethernet (1GbE). Importantly, the card integrates with existing network infrastructure, using SFP transceiver modules that offer flexibility for different connection types including multimode and single-mode fibre.
Designed for high-performance networking, the WS-X4612-SFP-E is part of Cisco's E-Series line cards, which are known for their enhanced forwarding engine capability. This enables faster packet processing, improved bandwidth control, and support for advanced quality-of-service (QoS) features. The E-Series module also delivers enhanced features such as centralised forwarding with superior performance, especially useful in larger scaling enterprise environments where optimising network traffic is crucial.
The Cisco Line Card WS-X4612-SFP-E draws upon a highly modular design, ensuring that it can readily accommodate future upgrades without needing to replace the entire system. Its integration into the Cisco ecosystem also ensures compatibility with other Cisco technologies for a streamlined experience in managing both core networking and peripheral systems.
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