Cisco WS-C4507R+E Catalyst 4507R+E Core Switch

Description

The Cisco WS-C4507R+E is a modular Cisco Catalyst 4500E Series switch chassis designed for enterprise core, distribution, and high-density campus networking environments.

Built for organizations that require scalability, resilience, and flexible network expansion, the Catalyst 4507R+E provides a modular chassis architecture capable of accommodating a range of compatible switching and network-service modules.

Its redundant architecture makes it particularly suitable for business-critical environments where network availability and service continuity are important.

Key Features

• Cisco Catalyst 4507R+E Series
• Model: WS-C4507R+E
• Modular enterprise switching platform
• 7-slot chassis architecture
• Designed for core and distribution network deployments
• Supports compatible supervisor and line-card modules
• Supports redundant supervisor configurations
• Supports redundant power supply configurations
• Designed for high availability
• Suitable for enterprise campus networks
• Flexible platform for network expansion

Modular Chassis Architecture

Unlike fixed-port access switches, the WS-C4507R+E is a modular chassis-based switch.

Its multiple module slots allow organizations to select compatible line cards and network modules according to their specific connectivity requirements.

This modular design makes it possible to build a network platform around requirements such as:

• Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
• High-speed uplinks
• Server connectivity
• Network aggregation
• Enterprise distribution
• Campus core networking

The exact port configuration depends on the modules and supervisors installed in the chassis.

Enterprise Core and Distribution Switching

The Catalyst 4507R+E is designed for demanding enterprise networking environments and can be deployed at the core or distribution layer of a hierarchical network.

It can aggregate traffic from access switches and provide connectivity toward:

• Data centers
• WAN routers
• Internet infrastructure
• Server networks
• Campus buildings
• Other core network segments

This makes it suitable for organizations with large numbers of users, devices, and network services.

High-Availability Design

Network availability is a key consideration for core and distribution infrastructure.

The 4507R+E chassis supports high-availability configurations using compatible redundant components. Depending on the installed configuration, organizations can implement redundancy for critical components such as supervisors and power supplies.

This architecture helps minimize service disruption and supports business-critical network deployments.

Redundant Supervisor Support

The platform supports compatible redundant supervisor configurations, allowing organizations to design higher-availability switching infrastructure.

Redundant supervisors can help improve resilience by providing a backup control-plane component in supported configurations.

The exact redundancy capabilities depend on the supervisor modules, software release, and chassis configuration.

Redundant Power

The chassis is designed to support redundant power supply configurations using compatible Cisco power supplies.

This provides additional resilience in environments where maintaining network availability is important.

For critical deployments, redundant power can help protect against a single power-supply failure.

Flexible Network Expansion

One of the major advantages of the Catalyst 4507R+E is its modular architecture.

Organizations can select compatible modules based on current requirements while maintaining the ability to adapt the chassis as networking needs evolve.

This makes the platform suitable for environments where port density, uplink speeds, and network architecture may change over time.

Typical Applications

Enterprise Core Networks

Provide centralized switching and aggregation for large enterprise environments.

Campus Distribution

Aggregate traffic from multiple access switches and campus buildings.

Data Center Connectivity

Provide high-capacity network aggregation for servers and infrastructure.

Large Business Networks

Support organizations requiring modular and resilient switching infrastructure.

Network Aggregation

Consolidate connections from multiple network segments into a centralized switching platform.

Key Benefits

Modular Architecture: Supports a range of compatible supervisors and line cards.

High Availability: Designed to support redundant components for resilient deployments.

Scalable Platform: Provides flexibility to expand or change network interfaces according to requirements.

Core/Distribution Ready: Suitable for enterprise campus core and distribution roles.

Redundant Power Support: Allows compatible redundant power supply configurations.

Enterprise-Class Design: Built for demanding business and campus networking environments.

Technical Specifications

Important Configuration Note

The WS-C4507R+E is a chassis platform, and its final port count, interface types, throughput, and available features depend on the supervisor engine, line cards, power supplies, and software installed.

Customers should confirm the complete hardware configuration before purchase if specific port counts, interface speeds, supervisor features, or power requirements are needed.

Professional Network Deployment

The Catalyst 4507R+E is designed for professional installation within enterprise network infrastructure.

A typical deployment can position the chassis at the core or distribution layer, where it aggregates traffic from multiple access switches and provides connectivity toward servers, WAN infrastructure, data centers, and other network resources.

Its modular design allows network administrators to build a configuration tailored to their organization’s connectivity and availability requirements.

Product Summary

The Cisco WS-C4507R+E Catalyst 4507R+E Core Switch is a scalable modular enterprise switching chassis designed for core, distribution, and campus-network deployments.

With its 7-slot chassis architecture, modular line-card support, redundant supervisor capability, and redundant power options, it provides a flexible foundation for large and business-critical network infrastructures.

Product Category: Networking → Switches → Modular / Core Switches
Brand: Cisco
Series: Catalyst 4500E
Model: WS-C4507R+E
Product Type: Modular Core/Distribution Switch Chassis
Chassis: 7 Slots
Primary Applications: Enterprise Core, Campus Distribution & Network Aggregation