The WS-X6408-GBIC is an 8-port Gigabit Ethernet line card designed for Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switches. It provides flexible connectivity using GBIC (Gigabit Interface Converter) transceivers, enabling deployment over fiber or copper media. This module is commonly used in enterprise core and aggregation networks to expand Gigabit Ethernet capacity with high-speed, full-duplex connectivity.

Key Features

• 8 × Gigabit Ethernet ports (GBIC-based)
• Supports multiple GBIC types (SX, LX/LH, ZX, CWDM, copper)
• Flexible media selection per port
• Full-duplex Gigabit Ethernet connectivity
• Hot-swappable module for uninterrupted operation
• Compatible with Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series chassis
• VLAN and enterprise Layer 2 switching support
• Scalable network expansion for enterprise environments

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: WS-X6408-GBIC
• Platform: Cisco Catalyst 6500 / 6000 Series
• Ports: 8 × GBIC slots
• Speed: 1 Gbps per port (Gigabit Ethernet)
• Interface Type: GBIC (fiber or copper depending on transceiver)
• Duplex: Full duplex supported
• Form Factor: Single-slot line card
• Hot-swappable: Yes
• Compatibility: Catalyst 6500 Series switches
• Dimensions: ~390 × 45 × 432 mm
• Weight: ~2.8 kg
• Status: Discontinued (legacy hardware)