Q&A
Questions & Answers
Are the E-Series line cards supported in non-E-Series chassis?
No. The classic Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 4500 chassis maximum per slot capacity is 6 gigabits per slot.
Are there any visual differentiators between the E-Series line cards and the classic line cards?
Yes, of course. The E-Series line cards will have a subtle cross-hatch pattern and a yellow circle on the right end tab, visually identifying them as E-Series line cards. This will be useful in a mixed E-Series/classic line-card configuration.
Is local switching supported on the E-Series line cards?
No. It is not supported on the Cisco 4500-E line cards.
Are the E-Series line cards supported in non-E-Series chassis?
No. The classic Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 4500 chassis maximum per slot capacity is 6 gigabits per slot.
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Are there any visual differentiators between the E-Series line cards and the classic line cards?
Yes, of course. The E-Series line cards will have a subtle cross-hatch pattern and a yellow circle on the right end tab, visually identifying them as E-Series line cards. This will be useful in a mixed E-Series/classic line-card configuration.
Is local switching supported on the E-Series line cards?
No. It is not supported on the Cisco 4500-E line cards.
Are the E-Series line cards supported in non-E-Series chassis?
No. The classic Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 4500 chassis maximum per slot capacity is 6 gigabits per slot.
Can I use the existing Cisco Catalyst 4500 power supplies in the E-Series chassis?
Yes, you can
Can I mix and match classic line cards with Cat4500E-Series line cards?
Yes. This requires a Supervisor Engine 6-E to support both types of line cards.
Can I use the classic Cisco Catalyst 4500 line cards in the E-Series chassis?
Yes. They will continue to operate at 6 gigabits per slot.
Are there any visual differentiators between the E-Series line cards and the classic line cards?
Yes, of course. The E-Series line cards will have a subtle cross-hatch pattern and a yellow circle on the right end tab, visually identifying them as E-Series line cards. This will be useful in a mixed E-Series/classic line-card configuration.
Is local switching supported on the E-Series line cards?
No. It is not supported on the Cisco 4500-E line cards.
Are the E-Series line cards supported in non-E-Series chassis?
No. The classic Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 4500 chassis maximum per slot capacity is 6 gigabits per slot.
Are there any visual differentiators between the E-Series line cards and the classic line cards?
Yes, of course. The E-Series line cards will have a subtle cross-hatch pattern and a yellow circle on the right end tab, visually identifying them as E-Series line cards. This will be useful in a mixed E-Series/classic line-card configuration.
Is local switching supported on the E-Series line cards?
No. It is not supported on the Cisco 4500-E line cards.
Are the E-Series line cards supported in non-E-Series chassis?
No. The classic Cisco Catalyst 4000 and 4500 chassis maximum per slot capacity is 6 gigabits per slot.