WS-C4503-E | Cisco Chassis
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Product Description P/N: WS-C4503-E
Description
Cisco WS-C4503-E is a 3-slot Catalyst 4500E series chassis, designed for enterprise-level network infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
| Condition | New/Never Used Surplus | 
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco | 
| Category | 
 Network Hardware 
 | 
| Part Number | WS-C4503-E | 
| Subcategory | 
 Modular Switch Chassis (Enterprise/Core Switching) 
 | 
| Total Number Of Slots | 3 | 
| 
 Line-card Slots 
 | 
2 | 
| 
 Supervisor Engine Slots 
 | 
1 | 
| Dedicated Supervisor Engine Slot Numbers | 1 | 
| Maximum PoE Per Slot | 1500W | 
| Bandwidth Scalability Per Line-card Slot | Up to 48 Gbps on all slots | 
| Number Of Power Supply Bays | 2 | 
| Minimum Number Of Power Supplies | 1 | 
| Number Of Fan-tray Bays | 1 | 
| Location Of 19-inch Rack-mount | Front | 
| Location Of 23-inch Rack-mount | Front (option) | 
| Rack Units (RU) | 7RU | 
| Mounting | 19- and 23-in. rack compatible (19-in. rack and cable guide hardware included) | 
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 12.25 x 17.31 x 12.50 in. (31.12 x 43.97 x 31.70 cm) | 
| Weight | 14.63 kgs | 
Information About WS-C4503-E
The Cisco WS-C4503-E is a compact, modular switch chassis from the Catalyst 4500E Series, purpose-built for enterprise network cores, distribution layers, and wiring closets. With 3 total slots—one reserved for a supervisor engine and two for line cards—it provides a flexible, scalable platform for high-availability switching. This chassis supports advanced Layer 2/3 features, high-density Ethernet, and modular power and cooling options, making it a trusted choice for dynamic, resilient network infrastructure.
Key Features:
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Product Type: Modular Layer 2/3 switch chassis
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Chassis Slots: 1 Supervisor slot, 2 Line card slots
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Backplane Bandwidth: Up to 48 Gbps per slot (with compatible Supervisor Engine)
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Switching Capacity: Up to 928 Gbps with Supervisor Engine 8-E
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Supervisor Compatibility: Supports Supervisor Engines 6-E, 7-E, and 8-E
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Redundancy Support: Dual hot-swappable power supplies and supervisor engine redundancy
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Cooling System: Field-replaceable fan tray with front-to-back airflow
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Dimensions: 5.25 x 17.5 x 12.0 inches (13.3 x 44.5 x 30.5 cm)
 - 
Weight: Approx. 11.6 kg (25.5 lbs) without modules
 - 
Power Supply Options: AC and DC options available, modular and redundant
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Form Factor: 3U rack-mountable chassis
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User Type: Network administrators, enterprise IT teams, infrastructure architects
 - 
Purpose: Provides high-performance switching with modular scalability and resiliency
 - 
Application Area: Campus distribution, enterprise core switching, midsize data centers
 - 
Compliance: Compatible with Cisco IOS Software; supports advanced security, QoS, and network management
 
The WS-C4503-E delivers a balance of performance, reliability, and flexibility, making it ideal for businesses looking to scale their network with minimal disruption. It enables simplified operations, future-proof expansion, and robust service delivery in mission-critical environments.
Description
Cisco WS-C4503-E is a 3-slot Catalyst 4500E series chassis, designed for enterprise-level network infrastructure.
Technical Specifications
| Condition | New/Never Used Surplus | 
|---|---|
| Brand | Cisco | 
| Category | 
 Network Hardware 
 | 
| Part Number | WS-C4503-E | 
| Subcategory | 
 Modular Switch Chassis (Enterprise/Core Switching) 
 | 
| Total Number Of Slots | 3 | 
| 
 Line-card Slots 
 | 
2 | 
| 
 Supervisor Engine Slots 
 | 
1 | 
| Dedicated Supervisor Engine Slot Numbers | 1 | 
| Maximum PoE Per Slot | 1500W | 
| Bandwidth Scalability Per Line-card Slot | Up to 48 Gbps on all slots | 
| Number Of Power Supply Bays | 2 | 
| Minimum Number Of Power Supplies | 1 | 
| Number Of Fan-tray Bays | 1 | 
| Location Of 19-inch Rack-mount | Front | 
| Location Of 23-inch Rack-mount | Front (option) | 
| Rack Units (RU) | 7RU | 
| Mounting | 19- and 23-in. rack compatible (19-in. rack and cable guide hardware included) | 
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 12.25 x 17.31 x 12.50 in. (31.12 x 43.97 x 31.70 cm) | 
| Weight | 14.63 kgs | 
Information About WS-C4503-E
The Cisco WS-C4503-E is a compact, modular switch chassis from the Catalyst 4500E Series, purpose-built for enterprise network cores, distribution layers, and wiring closets. With 3 total slots—one reserved for a supervisor engine and two for line cards—it provides a flexible, scalable platform for high-availability switching. This chassis supports advanced Layer 2/3 features, high-density Ethernet, and modular power and cooling options, making it a trusted choice for dynamic, resilient network infrastructure.
Key Features:
- 
Product Type: Modular Layer 2/3 switch chassis
 - 
Chassis Slots: 1 Supervisor slot, 2 Line card slots
 - 
Backplane Bandwidth: Up to 48 Gbps per slot (with compatible Supervisor Engine)
 - 
Switching Capacity: Up to 928 Gbps with Supervisor Engine 8-E
 - 
Supervisor Compatibility: Supports Supervisor Engines 6-E, 7-E, and 8-E
 - 
Redundancy Support: Dual hot-swappable power supplies and supervisor engine redundancy
 - 
Cooling System: Field-replaceable fan tray with front-to-back airflow
 - 
Dimensions: 5.25 x 17.5 x 12.0 inches (13.3 x 44.5 x 30.5 cm)
 - 
Weight: Approx. 11.6 kg (25.5 lbs) without modules
 - 
Power Supply Options: AC and DC options available, modular and redundant
 - 
Form Factor: 3U rack-mountable chassis
 - 
User Type: Network administrators, enterprise IT teams, infrastructure architects
 - 
Purpose: Provides high-performance switching with modular scalability and resiliency
 - 
Application Area: Campus distribution, enterprise core switching, midsize data centers
 - 
Compliance: Compatible with Cisco IOS Software; supports advanced security, QoS, and network management
 
The WS-C4503-E delivers a balance of performance, reliability, and flexibility, making it ideal for businesses looking to scale their network with minimal disruption. It enables simplified operations, future-proof expansion, and robust service delivery in mission-critical environments.