Description:

The Cisco WS-X6724-SFP 24-Port Gigabit Ethernet Module is used in Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series switching systems to provide high-density Gigabit Ethernet fiber connectivity for enterprise and service provider networks. Commonly installed in Catalyst 6500 Series chassis used in campus core networks, data center switching infrastructures, and large enterprise network backbones requiring scalable fiber uplinks and high-performance switching. Maintenance teams, network engineers, and system integrators use this module for network expansion, hardware replacement, and upgrading existing Catalyst 6500 switches to support high-speed fiber connectivity and improved network capacity.

Applications:

The Cisco WS-X6724-SFP module is deployed in enterprise and service provider network infrastructures that require scalable Gigabit Ethernet fiber connectivity. It is commonly used in data center switching environments, campus core and distribution networks, enterprise backbone switching systems, and large-scale network infrastructures where high-performance fiber uplinks are necessary. Network administrators install this module in Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series chassis to expand port capacity and support high-speed optical connections between switches, routers, and network aggregation devices.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): WS-X6724-SFP
• Product Type: Gigabit Ethernet Switching Module
• Compatible Platform: Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series
• Total Ports: 24 SFP Gigabit Ethernet ports
• Port Type: SFP-based fiber optic interfaces
• Data Rate: 1 Gigabit Ethernet per port
• Switching Architecture: Distributed forwarding with WS-F6700-DFC3B
• Forwarding Engine: Included WS-F6700-DFC3B Distributed Forwarding Card
• Slot Compatibility: Catalyst 6500 Series switch chassis
• Network Interface: Fiber optic connectivity using SFP transceivers
• Layer Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching capabilities
• Hot Swappable: Supported in Catalyst 6500 systems

Common Replacements:

• Cisco WS-X6748-SFP Gigabit Ethernet Module
• Cisco WS-X6716-10GE 10 Gigabit Ethernet Module
• Cisco WS-X6724-SFP-XL Gigabit Ethernet Module