WS-SUP720-3BXL
Full Part Number: WS-SUP720-3BXL
Manufacturer Company: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Overview
The Cisco WS-SUP720-3BXL is a Supervisor Engine designed for the Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches. It delivers high performance, scalability, and advanced features to meet the demands of modern enterprise networks. With its enhanced forwarding capabilities and robust architecture, the WS-SUP720-3BXL is ideal for large-scale network deployments requiring reliability and high availability.
Key Features
High Performance: Provides up to 720 Gbps of switching capacity and 400 Mpps of forwarding performance.
Scalability: Supports up to 1 million IPv4 routes, 512,000 IPv6 routes, and 1 million multicast routes.
Advanced Security: Includes hardware-based access control lists (ACLs) and comprehensive security features.
Redundancy: Supports redundant configurations to ensure network resilience and uptime.
Modular Design: Compatible with a wide range of Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series line cards and service modules.
Integrated Services: Supports integrated services like MPLS, QoS, and advanced Layer 2/3 features.
Centralized Management: Managed through Cisco IOS Software, providing a unified and familiar management interface.
Applications
Enterprise Core and Distribution Networks: Ideal for high-performance core and distribution layers in large enterprise networks.
Data Centers: Suitable for data centers requiring high throughput, low latency, and advanced networking features.
Service Provider Networks: Supports service provider environments with extensive routing and advanced MPLS capabilities.
Campus Networks: Enhances campus networks with robust performance and scalability for growing user demands.
High-Availability Environments: Designed for environments requiring redundant, high-availability network solutions.
Specifications
Part Number: WS-SUP720-3BXL
Switching Capacity: 720 Gbps
Forwarding Performance: 400 Mpps
IPv4 Routes: Up to 1 million
IPv6 Routes: Up to 512,000
Multicast Routes: Up to 1 million
Memory: 1 GB DRAM, upgradable to 2 GB
Ports: Supports a variety of Ethernet interfaces through compatible line cards
Security: Hardware-based ACLs, encryption, and advanced security features
Dimensions (HxWxD): 1.75 x 15.38 x 16.88 inches (4.45 x 39.05 x 42.88 cm)
Weight: Approximately 13 lbs (5.9 kg)
Why Choose the Cisco WS-SUP720-3BXL?
The Cisco WS-SUP720-3BXL Supervisor Engine is a powerful and versatile solution for enterprise and service provider networks. Its high-performance capabilities, advanced routing features, and extensive scalability make it an ideal choice for modern network infrastructures.
Choosing the WS-SUP720-3BXL means investing in a supervisor engine that offers exceptional reliability and uptime, thanks to its redundant configuration support and robust architecture. The integrated security features and centralized management via Cisco IOS Software ensure that your network remains secure and easy to manage.
With the ability to handle extensive routing tables and provide high throughput, the WS-SUP720-3BXL is well-suited for high-demand environments, including data centers, large campus networks, and core enterprise networks. Its compatibility with a wide range of Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series line cards ensures flexibility and future-proofing, making it a sound investment for any growing network.