Cisco Catalyst 4500-X 32-Port 10G IP Base | Enterprise Switch — CON-L1NCD-C45X32SF

Keep enterprise traffic consolidated on a platform built for dense 10 Gigabit switching. The Cisco Catalyst 4500-X 32 Port 10G IP Base model delivers 32 high-speed ports for aggregation, core, and distribution roles where port density and operational consistency matter. IP Base feature support provides the routing and switching services expected in established campus environments without puJTFng into unnecessary complexity. Front-to-back airflow helps align with hot-aisle/cold-aisle designs and simplifies thermal planning in standardized racks. The no-power-supply configuration is a practical fit for teams that already have a defined power architecture or are replacing an existing chassis component set. That makes this model a strong choice when you need to preserve network design discipline, not add extra variables. For infrastructure teams, the value is in the balance: enough 10G capacity to support demanding east-west and north-south traffic, with a deployment profile that stays familiar to Cisco operations teams. It is a measured option for environments where uptime, rack layout, and predictable service behavior carry more weight than feature sprawl. Ideal For Campus aggregation for high-throughput user and server traffic Core/distribution switching in standardized enterprise racks Replacement planning for existing Cisco 10G switching environments Network consolidation where airflow direction and power design are fixed Why This Product 1 32 x 10G ports for dense aggregation 2 IP Base services for established enterprise networks 3 Front-to-back airflow for rack thermal alignment 4 No power supply for environments with existing power planning