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Cisco WS-X6516A-GBIC | 16x 1G GBIC slots (modular optics), non-PoE | Catalyst 6500

Cisco WS-X6516A-GBIC | 16x 1G GBIC slots (modular optics), non-PoE | Catalyst 6500

SKU:WS-X6516A-GBIC

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Description

Flexible 16-port Gigabit Ethernet GBIC-based line card for Catalyst 6500, enabling mixed media over fiber or copper via industry GBIC modules. Ideal for uplinks, distribution, or specialized long-reach links where media type and distance vary by port. Hot-swappable design eases upgrades and service.

Features

- Modular 1G connectivity via GBIC slots for media flexibility
- Support for fiber and copper GBICs on a per-port basis
- Hot-swappable for rapid service and upgrades
- Ideal for uplinks and variable-distance runs
- Hardware-assisted features with supported supervisors

Warranty

All products sold by XS Network Tech include a 12-month warranty on both new and used items. Our in-house technical team thoroughly tests used hardware prior to sale to ensure enterprise-grade reliability.

All technical data should be verified on the manufacturer data sheets.

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FAQs

Technical Specifications

FAQs

Q: Does this card accept SFP modules?
A: No. It uses GBIC form-factor modules only.

Q: Is it hot-swappable?
A: Yes, with proper procedures in a supported Catalyst 6500 chassis.

Q: Can I mix different GBIC types on the same card?
A: Yes, ports can be populated with different GBIC types as needed.

Q: What distances are supported?
A: Distances depend on the specific GBIC (e.g., SX, LX/LH, ZX); refer to the GBIC’s optical specs.

Technical Specifications

- Ports: 16 x GBIC slots (1 Gigabit Ethernet)
- Supported GBIC types: 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX/LH, 1000BASE-ZX, CWDM GBICs, and 1000BASE-T (copper GBIC)
- Connectors: SC (fiber GBICs) or RJ-45 (copper GBIC), depending on GBIC used
- PoE: Not supported on GBIC line cards
- Layer features: VLANs, QoS, ACLs with compatible supervisors/IOS
- Hot-swap: Supported within Catalyst 6500 chassis
- Use cases: Mixed fiber/copper uplinks, long-distance campus links, distribution
- Compatibility: Catalyst 6500 series chassis and supported supervisors
- Monitoring: SPAN/RSPAN (platform dependent)

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