Cisco WS-F6700-DFC3C Catalyst 6500 Distributed Forwarding Card

Features

• High-performance distributed forwarding architecture
• Supports Cisco Catalyst 6500 series switches
• Enhanced security and QoS capabilities
• Compatible with both Supervisor Engine 2T and 720
• Integrated NetFlow and advanced traffic management
• Optimized for large-scale enterprise networks
• 256 Gbps switching capacity
• Support for IPv4 and IPv6 routing
• High reliability with SW and HW redundancy

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Distributed Forwarding Card (DFC)
• Compatibility: Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series
• Switching Capacity: 256 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 720 Mpps
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 1.2 x 15.8 x 16.9 inches
• Weight: 7.0 lbs
• Protocols Supported: IPv4, IPv6, MPLS
• Network Management: Supported via SNMP, CLI, Web UI
• Temperature Range: Operating: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
• Power: Max 180W
• Memory: 1 GB DRAM, 2 GB flash

Frequent Ask Questions

• What is the Cisco WS-F6700-DFC3C Catalyst 6500 Distributed Forwarding Card?

  The Cisco WS-F6700-DFC3C is a distributed forwarding card designed for the Cisco Catalyst 6500 series switches. It enhances the hardware performance by offloading the forwarding tasks from the CPU, allowing for higher throughput and efficient packet processing.

• Which series of Cisco switches is the WS-F6700-DFC3C compatible with?

  The Cisco WS-F6700-DFC3C is compatible with the Catalyst 6500 series switches.

• What are the benefits of using the WS-F6700-DFC3C Distributed Forwarding Card?

  The benefits include improved packet forwarding performance, enhanced overall network performance, and the ability to handle more complex network functions without degrading the switch performance.

• Can the WS-F6700-DFC3C be used in addition to other forwarding engines in the switch?

  Yes, the WS-F6700-DFC3C can be used in conjunction with other forwarding engines to deliver optimized performance across the switch’s line cards.

• How does the WS-F6700-DFC3C enhance the efficiency of the Catalyst 6500 switch?

  It offloads forwarding tasks to the distributed forwarding card, freeing up the switch’s main CPU, which enhances the efficiency of processing network traffic and allows for higher traffic throughput.

• Is the Cisco WS-F6700-DFC3C suitable for all network environments?

  The WS-F6700-DFC3C is ideal for complex enterprise network environments that demand high performance and efficiency, such as data centers, campus networks, and service provider environments.

• How is the WS-F6700-DFC3C installed?

  The WS-F6700-DFC3C is installed directly into a compatible slot within the Catalyst 6500 series switch chassis, typically requiring configuration to integrate it into the network setup.

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