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Ta b l e 1 - 2 3 lists the features of the Catalyst 6513-E switch chassis. 
Table 1-23 Catalyst 6513-E Switch Features
Feature Description
Chassis
Thirteen horizontal slots. Slots are numbered from (1) top to (13) 
bottom. 
Supervisor engines
Supports Supervisor Engine 32, Supervisor Engine 720, Supervisor 
Engine 720-10GE, and Supervisor Engine 2T. 
NoteRefer to your software release notes for the minimum software 
release versions required to support the supervisor engines.
–Supervisor Engine 32, Supervisor Engine 720, Supervisor 
Engine 720-10GE, and Supervisor Engine 2T must be installed in 
slot 7 and slot 8.
NoteSlots not occupied by supervisor engines can be used for modules. 
Check your software release notes for any restrictions on the type of 
module that can be installed.
Supervisor Engine 720, Supervisor Engine 720-10GE, and Supervisor 
Engine 2T have a built-in switching fabric. Switch Fabric Modules 
(WS-C6500-SFM and WS-X6500-SFM2) are not supported.
Supervisor Engine 32 does not support the Switch Fabric Modules 
(WS-C6500-SFM and WS-X6500-SFM2). 
The uplink ports are fully functional on all redundant supervisor engine 
models when they are in standby mode. 
NoteIn systems with redundant supervisor engines, both supervisor 
engines must be the same model and have the same daughter card 
configurations. Each supervisor engine must have the resources to 
run the switch on its own, which means that all supervisor engine 
resources are duplicated. Identical supervisor engine memory 
configurations are recommended, but are not required as long as the 
supervisor engine with the smaller memory configuration is 
sufficient to run the configured features of the switch. Additionally, 
each supervisor engine must have its own flash device and console 
port connections.
Modules
Supports up to 12 Catalyst 6500 series modules.
Slots 1–13 support dual fabric channels.
Check your software release notes for specific information on module 
support. Some Catalyst 6500 series modules may:
–Not be supported
–Require that you install a specific supervisor engine
–Have chassis slot restrictions
–Require a specific software release level to operate
Backplane bandwidth
2 Tbps system bandwidth
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Clock and VTT moduleTwo clock modules provide clocking signals to the EOBC channel and 
the switching bus.
Three voltage termination (VTT) modules provide reference voltage for 
bus signals.
Fan tray
The chassis supports one hot-swappable fan tray. One fan tray model is 
available:
–WS-C6513-E-FAN(=)—1755 CFM
NoteThe fan tray contains 15 individual fans. The individual fans are not 
field replaceable; you must replace the fan tray in the event of a fan 
failure.
The Catalyst 6513-E fan tray is accessible only from the rear of the 
chassis.
Fan tray FAN STATUS LEDs (two LEDs: one located on the front of the 
chassis and one located on the fan tray at the rear of the chassis)
–Red—One or more individual fans have failed.
–Green—Fan tray is operating normally.
Table 1-23 Catalyst 6513-E Switch Features (continued)
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Power supplySupports one or two power supplies. The following models are 
supported:
–WS-CDC-2500W (2500 W DC-input power supply).
–WS-CAC-3000W (3000 W AC-input power supply).
–WS-CAC-4000W-US (4000 W AC-input power supply).
–WS-CAC-4000W-INT (4000 W AC-input power supply).
–PWR-4000-DC (4000 W DC-input power supply).
–WS-CAC-6000W (6000 W AC-input power supply).
–PWR-6000-DC (6000 W DC-input power supply).
–WS-CAC-8700W-E (8700 W AC-input power supply).
Installed power supplies can be of different ratings. Installed power 
supplies can also be both AC-input, both DC-input, or one AC-input and 
one DC-input. Power supplies can be configured in either redundant or 
combined mode.
All Catalyst 6500 series AC-input power supplies require single-phase 
source AC. Source AC can be out of phase between multiple power 
supplies or multiple AC-power plugs on the same power supply because 
all AC power supply inputs are isolated.
Supervisor Engine 2T requires a 3000 W or greater power supply to 
operate.
NoteFor proper operation of the power supply OUTPUT FAIL LED, 
systems with single power supplies must be configured with a 
minimum of one fan tray and one supervisor engine. Systems with 
dual power supplies must have a minimum configuration of one fan 
tray, one supervisor engine, and one additional module. Failure to 
meet these minimum configuration requirements can cause a false 
power supply output fail signal.
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Ta b l e 1 - 2 4 lists the environmental and physical specifications of the Catalyst 6513-E switch chassis.
Table 1-24 Catalyst 6513-E Switch Specifications
Item Specification
Environmental
Temperature, operating Certified for operation: 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
Designed and tested for operation: 32° to 131°F (0° to 55°C)
NoteThe Catalyst 6500 series switches are equipped with internal air 
temperature sensors that are triggered at 104°F (40°C) generating a 
minor alarm and at 131°F (55°C) generating a major alarm.
Temperature, nonoperating 
and storageChassis unpackaged: –4° to 149°F (–20° to 65°C)
Chassis in protective shipping package: –40° to 158°F (–40° to 70°C)
Thermal transition 0.5°C per minute (hot to cold)
0.33°C per minute (cold to hot)
Humidity (RH), ambient 
(noncondensing) operating 5% to 90%
Humidity (RH), ambient 
(noncondensing) 
nonoperating and storage 5% to 95% 
Altitude, operating  Certified for operation: 0 to 6500 ft (0 to 2000 m)
Designed and tested for operation: –200 to 10,000 ft (–60 to 3000 m)
Shock and vibration This switch complies with Network Equipment Building Systems (NEBS) 
(Zone 4 per GR-63-Core) in the following areas:
Earthquake environment and criteria
Office vibration and criteria
Transportation vibration and criteria
Shock

Operational—5 G 30 ms, half-sine (IEC 68-2-27)
Nonoperational—20 G, 7.5 ms, trapezoidal
Vibration 
Operational—3 Hz to 500 Hz. 
Power Spectral Density (PSD)—0.0005 G2/Hz at 10 Hz and 200 Hz. 
5 dB/octave roll off at each end. 0.5 hours per axis (1.12 Grms).
Acoustic noise 61.4 to 77 dB. International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 7779: 
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Physical characteristics
Dimensions (H x W x D)
33.3 x 17.3 x 18.1 in. (84.6 x 43.9 x 46.0 cm). 
Chassis requires 20 RU1.
The Catalyst 6513-E switch chassis is designed to install in standard 
19-inch equipment racks that meet ANSI/EIA 310-D, IEC 60297, and 
ETS 300-119 standards.
Weight Chassis fully configured with 2 supervisor engines, 11 switching modules, 
and 2 power supplies: 280 lb (127 kg). Empty chassis weight: 102 lb 
(46.3 kg)
Airflow
WS-C6500-E-FAN (Standard fan tray)—1755 CFM
NoteTo maintain proper air circulation through the Catalyst switch 
chassis, we recommend that you maintain a minimum 6-inch (15 cm) 
separation between a wall and the chassis air intake or a wall and the 
chassis air exhaust. You should also allow a minimum separation of 
12 inches (30.5 cm) between the hot air exhaust on one chassis and 
the air intake on another chassis. Failure to maintain adequate air 
space can cause the chassis to overheat and the system to fail. On 
Catalyst chassis in which the airflow is from front to back, the 
chassis may be placed side-by-side. 
1. RU = rack units
Table 1-24 Catalyst 6513-E Switch Specifications (continued)
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Preparing for Installation
NoteIn this publication, the term Catalyst 6500 series refers only to the switch chassis listed in Chapter 1. 
The Catalyst 6000 series switches (Catalyst 6006 and Catalyst 6009 switches) are described in a 
separate publication, the Catalyst 6000 Series Switch Installation Guide.
Planning a proper location for the switch and the layout of your equipment rack or wiring closet is 
essential for successful system operation. You should install the switch in an enclosed, secure area, 
ensuring that only qualified personnel have access to the switch and control of the environment. 
Equipment placed too close together or inadequately ventilated can cause system overtemperature 
conditions. In addition, poor equipment placement can make chassis panels inaccessible and difficult to 
maintain. 
This chapter describes how to prepare your site for switch installation and contains these sections:
Safety, page 1-2
Site Requirements, page 1-2
Power Requirements, page 1-22
Cabling Requirements, page 1-24
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Safety
Safety warnings appear throughout this publication in procedures that may harm you if performed 
incorrectly. A warning symbol precedes each warning statement. The warnings below are general 
warnings that are applicable to the entire publication.
WarningOnly trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. 
Statement 1030
WarningThis unit is intended for installation in restricted access areas. A restricted access area can be 
accessed only through the use of a special tool, lock and key, or other means of security. 
Statement 1017
WarningBefore you install, operate, or service the system, read the Site Preparation and Safety Guide. This 
guide contains important safety information you should know before working with the system. 
Statement 200
WarningVoltages that present a shock hazard may exist on Power over Ethernet (PoE) circuits if 
interconnections are made using uninsulated exposed metal contacts, conductors, or terminals.  
Avoid using such interconnection methods, unless the exposed metal parts are located within a 
restricted access location and users and service people who are authorized within the restricted 
access location are made aware of the hazard.  A restricted access area can be accessed only 
through the use of a special tool, lock and key or other means of security. Statement 1072
Site Requirements
These sections describe some of the basic site requirements that you should be aware of as you prepare 
to install your Catalyst 6500 series switch. Environmental factors can adversely affect the performance 
and longevity of your system. Planning a proper location for the switch and layout of your equipment 
rack or wiring closet is essential for successful system operation. You should install the switch in an 
enclosed, secure area, ensuring that only qualified personnel have access to the switch and control of the 
environment. Equipment that is placed too closely together or that is inadequately ventilated can cause 
system overtemperature conditions leading to premature component failures. In addition, poor 
equipment placement can make chassis panels inaccessible and difficult to maintain.
The switch requires a dry, clean, well-ventilated, and air-conditioned environment. To ensure normal 
operation, maintain ambient airflow. If the airflow is blocked or restricted, or if the intake air is too 
warm, an overtemperature condition can occur. The switch environmental monitor can then shut down 
the system to protect the system components.
Multiple switches can be rack-mounted with little or no clearance above and below the chassis. However, 
when mounting a switch in a rack with other equipment, or when placing it on the floor near other 
equipment, ensure that the exhaust from other equipment does not blow into the air intake vent of the 
switch chassis. Refer to Ta b l e 1 - 2 for specific air flow clearances needed.
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Temperature
Temperature extremes can cause a system to operate at reduced efficiency and cause a variety of 
problems, including premature aging and failure of chips, and failure of mechanical devices. Extreme 
temperature fluctuations can cause chips to become loose in their sockets. Observe the following 
guidelines:
Ensure that the system is operating in an environment no colder than 50°F (10°C )  o r  h o t t e r  t h a n  9 5°F 
(35°C). 
Ensure that the chassis has adequate ventilation. 
Do not place the chassis within a closed-in wall unit or on top of cloth, which can act as insulation. 
Do not place it where it will receive direct sunlight, particularly in the afternoon. 
Do not place it next to a heat source of any kind, including heating vents. 
Adequate ventilation is particularly important at high altitudes. Make sure that all slots and openings 
on the system remain unobstructed, especially the fan vent on the chassis. 
Clean the installation site at regular intervals to avoid buildup of dust and debris, which can cause a 
system to overheat. 
If the system has been exposed to abnormally cold temperatures, allow a 2-hour warm-up period to 
bring it up to normal operating temperature before turning it on. 
Failure to observe these guidelines can damage internal components.
NoteThe Catalyst 6500 series switches are equipped with internal air temperature sensors that are triggered 
at 104°F (40°C) generating a minor alarm and at 131°F (55°C) generating a major alarm.
Air Flow
The Catalyst 6500 series switch is designed to be installed in an environment where there is a sufficient 
volume of air available to cool the supervisor engines, modules, and power supplies. Any constraints 
placed on the free flow of air through the chassis or an elevated ambient air temperature can cause the 
switch to overheat and shut down.
To maintain proper air circulation through the Catalyst 6500 series switch chassis, we recommend that 
you maintain a minimum 6-inch (15 cm) separation between a wall and the chassis air intake or a wall 
and the chassis hot air exhaust. In situations where the switch chassis are installed in adjacent racks, you 
should allow a minimum of 12-inches (30.5 cm) between the air intake of one chassis and the hot air 
exhaust of another chassis. Failure to maintain adequate spacing between chassis can cause the switch 
chassis that is drawing in the hot exhaust air to overheat and fail. On Catalyst 6500 series chassis in 
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If you are installing your Catalyst 6500 series switch in an enclosed or partially enclosed rack, we 
strongly recommend that you verify that your site meets the following guidelines:
Verify that there is a minimum of 6 inches (15 cm) of clearance between the sides of the rack and 
both the chassis air intake grill and the chassis air exhaust grill.
Verify that the ambient air temperature within the enclosed or partially enclosed rack is within the 
chassis operating temperature limits.  After installing the chassis in the rack, power up the chassis 
and allow the chassis temperature to stabilize (approximately 2 hours). Measure the ambient air 
temperature at the chassis air intake grill and at the chassis air exhaust grill by positioning an 
external temperature probe approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) away from the grills, in line with the 
chassis slot occupied by the supervisor engine. 
–If the ambient intake air temperature is less than 104°F (40°C), the rack meets the intake air 
temperature criterion.
–If the ambient intake air temperature exceeds 104°F (40°C), the system might experience minor 
temperature alarms and is in danger of overheating.
–If the ambient intake air temperature equals or is greater than 131°F (55°C), the system will 
experience a major temperature alarm and shut down.
Verify that the enclosed or partially enclosed rack allows an adequate flow of air through the switch 
chassis as follows: 
–If the difference between the measured intake air temperature and the exhaust air temperature 
does not exceed 10°C, there is sufficient airflow in the rack. 
–If the difference in air temperature exceeds 10°C, there is insufficient airflow to cool the chassis. 
NoteThe 10°C temperature differential between the intake and the exhaust must be determined by 
taking measurements using external digital temperature probes. Do not use the chassis internal 
temperature sensors to measure the temperature differential.
Plan ahead. Your Catalyst 6500 series switches currently installed in an enclosed or partially 
enclosed rack might meet ambient air temperature and air flow requirements now. However, if you 
add more chassis to the rack or you add more modules to a chassis in the rack, the additional heat 
generated might cause the ambient air temperature within the rack to exceed 104°F (40°C) and can 
cause minor alarms. 
Selecting the Proper Rack-Enclosure or Cabinet
Cisco Systems has identified two rack-enclosures that are determined to be Cisco-compatible:
Panduit Corporation—The Net-Access Cabinet (p/n CN4-1) is determined to be Cisco-compatible for 
the Catalyst 6500 series product line. Contact Panduit Corporation for further information on this rack 
enclosure. Their corporate website is http://www.panduit.com. Their Customer Service and Technical 
Support phone number is 800 777-3300.
Chatsworth Products, Inc.—The N-Series TeraFrame Network Cabinet (p/n NF2K-113C-C42) is 
determined to be Cisco-compatible for the Catalyst 6500 series product line. Contact Chatsworth 
Products, Inc. for further information on this rack enclosure. Their corporate website is 
http://www.chatsworth.com. Their Customer Service and Technical Support phone number is 800 
834-4969 (Monday to Friday, 5 a.m. to 5 p.m., (0500 to 1700) Pacific Time).