Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Series Switch C1-C4500X-32SFP+ Overview
Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Series Switch C1-C4500X-32SFP+ is a genuine modular capacity expansion product from Cisco, a leading enterprise networking vendor whose Catalyst, Nexus and ISR families power campus, data-center and branch networks worldwide. Belonging to the Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Series family, the C1-C4500X-32SFP+ unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is installed into a compatible chassis slot, where it works alongside the supervisor and line cards to extend the platform’s capabilities.
This unit follows the original factory specification for the Cisco Catalyst 4500-X Series family, covering its intended role without compatibility surprises. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, and it interoperates with surrounding hardware using the same procedures as other Cisco equipment already deployed in the network.
Typical deployments include short-reach data-center interconnects, campus backbone fiber links, and carrier access and metro networks. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “Cisco ONE Catalyst 4500-X 32 Port 10G IP Base, Front-to-Back, No P/S”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the C1-C4500X-32SFP+. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Capacity Expansion
Add ports and performance to existing chassis.
Upgrade Path
Modernize aging platforms with compatible modules.
Flexible I/O
Mix copper, fiber and high-speed uplinks.
Buying a Pre-Owned C1-C4500X-32SFP+
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
C1-C4500X-32SFP+ Specification | |
ARP Entries | 47K |
Aggregate Traffic Rate-Limiting Policers (1K=1024) | 16K |
Spanning Tree Protocol Instances | 10K |
Max number of Virtual Switch Links | 8 |
Onboard Memory (SRAM DDR-II) | 4 GB |
Media Access Control (MAC) Entries | 55K |
Flexible Netflow Entries | 128K |
Jumbo Frame Support for Bridged and Routed Packets | Up to 9216 bytes |
NVRAM | 2 GB |
CPU Queues | 64 |
Virtual Switch Link | 1GE or 10GE |
Port Buffers | 32-MB Shared Memory |
CPU | Dual Core 1.5 GHz |
Expansion Module (Optional) | 8x10 GE SFP+/SFP - C4KX-NM-8SFP+ |
Management Port | 10/100/1000 Base-T |
USB Port | Type A (storage and boot) up-to 4 GB |
Fan Redundancy | No performance impact with single fan failure |
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Snooping Entries | 12K (DHCP snooping bindings) |
High Availability Solution | Virtual Switching System (VSS) |
Switched Port Analyzer (SPAN), Remote Switched Port Analyzer (RSPAN) | 8 line rate bidirectional sessions (ingress and egress) |
QoS Entries | 128K (64K ingress and 64K in egress) Shared with ACL |
Aggregate Rate-Limiting | Ingress port or VLAN and egress VLAN or Layer 3 port |
Forwarding Entries | 32x10 GE Port Base SKU: IPv4: 256K, IPv6: 128K |
Qos Policy Enforcement | Per Port or Per Vlan or Per Port, Per VLAN Granularity |
Micro Flow Policer | Yes. Supported using flow records in the class-map |
Rate-Limiting Level Types | Committed Information Rate (CIR), Peak Information Rate (PIR) |
Flow-Based Rate-Limiting Method; Number of Rates | Supported using flow-records in the classification criteria and policing action |
C1-C4500X-32SFP+ - Compatibility Notes
This C1-C4500X-32SFP+ transceiver/module variant is specified for the reach, wavelength, and form factor indicated in the specifications above. Confirm compatibility with your switch or router platform, including the required coding (Cisco, Juniper, Huawei, H3C) and supported data rate, before ordering.
When building out or refreshing links, match the transceiver variant to the optics budget and distance of each run. Our team can confirm compatibility with specific platforms and provide bulk pricing.
Each C1-C4500X-32SFP+ unit is tested for correct operation and performance before dispatch, ensuring reliable link establishment on arrival.
