Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E Enterprise Cisco Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E for High-Performance Campus and Aggregation Networks The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E is a high-performance supervisor module designed for compatible Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series chassis, delivering scalable enterprise switching, network aggregation, and unified wired and wireless access. It features 8 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports, up to 928 Gbps switching capacity, and up to 250 Mpps forwarding performance, providing high-speed connectivity for demanding campus and enterprise networks. Powered by Cisco IOS XE and built on the Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) ASIC, the WS-X45-SUP8-E supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, VRF, QoS, Flexible NetFlow, Cisco TrustSec, multicast, VLANs, and network segmentation. Its integrated wireless controller capabilities enable unified wired and wireless infrastructure, while high-availability features such as Stateful Switchover (SSO) and redundant supervisor support help maintain resilient network operations. The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E is an ideal solution for enterprise campus core switching, network aggregation, high-density access networks, government and education campuses, unified wired and wireless deployments, and large-scale enterprise LAN environments. Its high-speed 10GbE uplinks, advanced hardware forwarding, and modular Catalyst 4500E architecture provide a scalable foundation for modern enterprise networks. Product Specifications - Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E with 8-Port 10Gb SFP+CLICK HERE FOR DATA SHEET Specification Details Product Name Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine 8-E Manufacturer Cisco Systems Part Number WS-X45-SUP8-E Product Series Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series Product Type Supervisor Engine Chassis Compatibility Cisco Catalyst 4500E E-Series Chassis Integrated Uplink Ports 8 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ Uplink Interface Type SFP+ Maximum Switching Capacity Up to 928 Gbps Forwarding Performance Up to 250 Mpps ASIC Architecture Cisco Unified Access Data Plane (UADP) Processor Quad-Core Processor Operating System Cisco IOS XE Layer Support Layer 2 and Layer 3 IPv4 Supported IPv6 Supported MPLS Supported VRF Supported QoS Advanced Hardware-Based QoS Flexible NetFlow Supported Cisco TrustSec Supported Wireless Controller Integrated Wireless Controller Capability Wireless Convergence Unified Wired and Wireless Access VLAN Support IEEE 802.1Q Spanning Tree STP, RSTP and MSTP Link Aggregation EtherChannel / LACP Multicast Supported Security ACLs, 802.1X, TrustSec and Network Segmentation Network Visibility Flexible NetFlow High Availability Stateful Switchover and Redundant Supervisor Support Supervisor Redundancy Supported in Compatible Chassis Configurations Software Management Cisco IOS XE CLI and Cisco Network Management Tools Data Plane UADP Hardware-Based Data Plane Deployment Enterprise Campus, Core, Distribution and Aggregation Application Core Switching, Network Aggregation and Wired/Wireless Convergence Installation Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine Slot Form Factor Modular Supervisor Engine Power Supplied by Host Catalyst 4500E Chassis Compatibility Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series E-Series Chassis Condition Refurbished Use Cases Enterprise Campus Core, Network Aggregation, High-Density Access, Unified Wired/Wireless Networks, Government, Education and Large Enterprise LANs We offer free FedEx Ground shipping to all our customers in the continental US. If you need more information on expedited or international shipping please see our Shipping & Returns page or ask us directly via phone, email or using our Contact Form page. FAQs Q1. What is the Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E?The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E is a Catalyst 4500E Supervisor Engine that provides centralized switching, advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, and unified wired and wireless networking for Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series chassis. Q2. Who should buy the Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E?The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E is ideal for enterprises, educational institutions, government agencies, healthcare organizations, and service providers requiring high-performance campus and aggregation switching. Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E worth buying?Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E delivers enterprise-grade switching performance, advanced networking capabilities, and Cisco reliability while significantly reducing infrastructure costs. Q4. What is the switching capacity of the Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E?The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E provides up to 928 Gbps of centralized switching capacity with forwarding performance of 250 million packets per second (Mpps), making it suitable for high-performance enterprise and campus deployments. Q5. Which Cisco chassis are compatible with the Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E?The Cisco WS-X45-SUP8-E is designed for Cisco Catalyst 4500E E-Series chassis, including supported 4503-E, 4506-E, 4507R+E, and 4510R+E platforms, delivering advanced enterprise switching and unified access capabilities.
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