Cisco WS-C6509-E Catalyst 6500 Enhanced 9-slot Chassis w/ WS-C6509-E-FAN Fan

Description:

The Cisco WS-C6509-E Catalyst 6500 Enhanced 9-slot Chassis with WS-C6509-E-FAN is used in enterprise and service provider network infrastructures as a modular switching platform for high-performance core and aggregation networking systems. This enhanced chassis supports up to nine module slots for line cards, supervisor engines, and service modules, enabling scalable deployment of advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching, routing, and network services. Designed for high-capacity campus and data center environments, the chassis provides robust power distribution, cooling through the integrated fan tray, and flexible module expansion to support growing network demands. Its modular architecture allows network engineers to customize the system for various switching and routing requirements while maintaining reliable operation in mission-critical network environments.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-C6509-E chassis is widely deployed in enterprise core networks, campus distribution layers, and data center aggregation environments where high-density switching and routing capabilities are required. It is commonly used in large corporate networks, universities, government infrastructures, and service provider facilities to support large volumes of network traffic, server connectivity, and enterprise applications. The modular design allows organizations to install multiple line cards and network service modules to support scalable switching, routing, security services, and network management.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-C6509-E
• Alternate Part Number: WSC6509E
• Brand: Cisco
• Product Series: Catalyst 6500
• Product Type: Modular Network Switch Chassis
• Chassis Slots: 9 slots for supervisor engines and line cards
• Cooling System: WS-C6509-E-FAN fan tray included
• Chassis Architecture: Modular switching platform
• Compatibility: Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series modules and supervisor engines
• Mounting Type: Rack-mountable chassis
• Power Supply: Supports redundant power supply modules (sold separately)
• Application Environment: Enterprise campus cores, data centers, and service provider networks
• Network Function: High-capacity switching and routing platform

Common Replacements:

• Cisco Catalyst C6807-XL 7-Slot Modular Switch Chassis
• Cisco Catalyst 9606R 6-Slot Modular Core Switch
• Cisco Nexus N7K-C7010 10-Slot Nexus 7000 Chassis