Cisco WS-SUP720 Catalyst 6500/7600 MSFC3/PFC3 Fabric Supervisor Engine
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WS-SUP720 Overview
The Catalyst 6500 Series Equipped With Supervisor Engine 720 Sets The Standard For Multilayer Switches And Application Delivery In Enterprise Campus And Service Provider Switched Networks. By Deploying The Supervisor Engine 720 In Network Core And Distribution Layers, Datacenters And Metro Ethernet Edges, The Catalyst 6500 Can Help Maximize User Productivity, Enable New Revenue Generating Services And Enhance Operational Control. Additionally, The Supervisor Engine 720 Provides Investment Protection For Current Catalyst 6500 Deployments By Supporting Existing Modules While Enabling New Applications. The Catalyst 6500 Supervisor Engine 720 Integrates A High Performance 720 Gbps Switch Fabric With A New Routing And Forwarding Engine, Including A Third Generation Policy Feature Card (pfc3) In A Single Module. The Supervisor 720 Builds On The Proven CISCO Express Forwarding (cef) Architecture, By Supporting Centralized Forwarding (cef), Distributed Forwarding (dcef) And, Now, Accelerated Cef (acef) To Provide A Highly Scalable And Cost-effective Platform That Is Ideal For High Performance Backbone And Data Center Environments. Supervisor Engine 720 Delivers The Scalable-performance, Intelligence, And Broad Selection Of Features To Address The Most Demanding Service Provider And Enterprise Deployment Requirements For Building Modular, Resilient, Scalable, Secure, Multilayer Switching Solutions.
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Specifications
Overview
| Condition | Refurbished |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco |
| Stock | In Stock |
General
| Product Description | CISCO Supervisor Engine 720 - Control Processor |
|---|---|
| Device Type | Control Processor |
| Enclosure Type | Plug-in Module |
| Dimensions (wxdxh) | 37.9 Cm X 40.3 Cm X 4 Cm |
| Weight | 5.2 Kg |
| Data Link Protocol | Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet |
| Network / Transport Protocol | Tcp/ip, Icmp/ip, Ip/ipx |
| Features | Layer 3 Switching, Layer 2 Switching, Nat Support, Vlan Support, Igmp Snooping, Traffic Shaping, Dos Attack Prevention, Ipv6 Support, Firmware Upgradable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What chassis models are compatible with the Cisco WS-SUP720 supervisor engine? +
The WS-SUP720 is specifically designed for integration with the Cisco Catalyst 6500 series switches and 7600 series routers. It provides high-performance forwarding capabilities across these chassis, making it a critical component for core network upgrades where centralized switching architecture is required to maintain high throughput and low latency in demanding enterprise environments.
How does the WS-SUP720 improve overall system throughput compared to older supervisor modules? +
This module features the Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switch Fabric, which enables a significant leap in performance by supporting high-speed backplane connectivity. It effectively offloads traffic processing from the route processor, allowing the switch to handle increased packet switching loads and supporting high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks that are essential for modern data center and campus distribution layer requirements.
Does the WS-SUP720 support redundant supervisor configurations? +
Yes, the WS-SUP720 supports stateful switchover (SSO) and nonstop forwarding (NSF) when deployed in a redundant supervisor configuration. By installing two modules in a compatible Catalyst chassis, you ensure high availability, allowing the secondary supervisor to take over seamlessly without dropping active network sessions if the primary module experiences a failure or undergoes a manual reset.
What are the primary management options for configuring the WS-SUP720? +
Administrators can manage the WS-SUP720 using standard industry interfaces including the Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI) via a console port, Telnet, or SSH. Additionally, it supports Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) for integration into broader network monitoring platforms, providing granular control over routing protocols, port security, and system health metrics within your enterprise network infrastructure.
Can I use the WS-SUP720 for Layer 3 routing tasks? +
Absolutely. This supervisor module is built to handle robust Layer 3 switching and routing at wire speed. It supports a wide array of routing protocols, including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP, making it ideal for managing complex enterprise routing tables and inter-VLAN traffic routing within a core or distribution layer deployment.
What type of memory configuration is standard on the WS-SUP720? +
The WS-SUP720 comes equipped with onboard memory resources designed to manage complex routing tables and large-scale configuration files. These memory specifications ensure the module can maintain high stability during intense processing tasks. For specific capacity requirements related to your software version or feature set, it is recommended to review the current system flash and DRAM allocations during initial setup.
How does the WS-SUP720 handle QoS and traffic prioritization? +
The module utilizes sophisticated hardware-based queuing and scheduling mechanisms to manage Quality of Service (QoS). It supports granular traffic classification and marking, which allows network administrators to prioritize latency-sensitive applications like VoIP and video conferencing, ensuring that high-priority data packets are processed ahead of standard traffic flows even during periods of heavy congestion.
Is the WS-SUP720 capable of supporting IPv6 routing protocols? +
Yes, the WS-SUP720 provides hardware-accelerated IPv6 forwarding capabilities. By integrating support for IPv6 routing and management features, the module allows enterprises to transition their internal networks toward the updated addressing standard without compromising the forwarding performance or the architectural integrity of their existing Catalyst 6500 or 7600 series hardware deployments.
How can I request a bulk quote for the WS-SUP720 from BuyRouterSwitch.com? +
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