Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switch WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 Overview
Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switch WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 is a genuine core and distribution switching product from Cisco, a global name in networking whose platforms are used by enterprises, service providers and data-center operators alike. Belonging to the Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series family, the WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is positioned for campus core and distribution roles, aggregating traffic for large user populations with resilient failover behavior.
This unit follows the original factory specification for the Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series family, covering its intended role without compatibility surprises. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, and it interoperates with surrounding hardware using the same procedures as other Cisco equipment already deployed in the network.
Typical deployments include access-layer deployments for user, phone and AP connectivity, distribution and core aggregation in campus networks, and top-of-rack and end-of-row switching in data centers. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “Cisco Catalyst switch 6506E IPSec VPN SPA Security System”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Enterprise Campus
High-density ports power users, phones and APs at the access layer.
Branch Office
Stackable units simplify branch deployment and management.
Wireless & IoT
PoE budget supports dense wireless and IoT endpoints.
Buying a Pre-Owned WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 Specification | |
VPN Tunneling | ●IPsec (RFCs 2401-2411 and 2451) |
Supervisor Engines | ●Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Supervisor Engine 32, 720 Series, or VSS_10G |
Authentication | ● X.509 digital certificates (RSA signatures) ● Encrypted Nonces (RSA encryption) ● Preshared keys ● Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol (SCEP) ● RADIUS (RFC 2138) ● TACACS+ |
Integrity | ●Hashed Message Authentication Code with MD5 (HMAC-MD5) and with Secure Hash Algorithm-1 (HMAC-SHA-1) (RFCs 2403 and 2404) |
Key Management | ●Internet Key Exchange (IKE; RFCs 2407-2409) ●IKE-XAUTH ●IKE-CFG-MODE |
Encryption | ● Encapsulating Security Payload (ESP) ● DES ● 3DES ● AES 128, 192, 256 |
Physical Dimensions | ● Length: 5.92 in. (15 cm) ● Width: 6.75 in. (17.15 cm) ● Height: 1.52 in. (3.9 cm) (double height) |
Resiliency and High Availability | ● HSRP + RRI ● Intrachassis (blade-to-blade) IPsec stateful failover ● Interchassis (box-to-box) active/standby IPsec stateless failover ● DPD ● Dynamic routing across IPsec (see "Routing Protocols" section of this table) |
Supported LAN Interfaces | ● Multiport Fast Ethernet ● Multiport Fast Ethernet with inline power ● Multiport Gigabit Ethernet ● 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
Supported WAN Interfaces | ● Gigabit Ethernet WAN and Enhanced Gigabit Ethernet WAN ● Single- and dual-port T3/E3 ● Single- and dual-port High-Speed Serial Interface (HSSI) ● Multiport T1/E1 ● Multichannel T1/T3/E3 ● OC-3 ATM single-mode (SM) and multimode (MM) ● OC-3 packet over SONET/SDH (POS) SM and MM ● OC-12 ATM SM and MM ● OC-12 POS SM and MM ● OC-48 POS SM ● OC-48 POS-Dynamic Packet Transport (DPT) SM |
WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 - Deployment Notes
This WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 switch is suited to wiring-closet, distribution, or core roles depending on the port density and uplink options of the specific model. The port configuration is a key consideration when planning power budgets for attached devices such as IP phones and access points.
For a refresh or expansion, confirm the IOS/NX-OS software release supported by this specific SKU, the fan and power requirements, and the uplink modules that match your existing infrastructure. Our team can verify revision levels and software compatibility before you order.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and this WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 variant is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Volume requirements can be staged with configuration checks.
WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 - Cisco Series Notes
This listing is part of the Cisco enterprise networking product family, sourced and tested by LinkNewNet for enterprise deployment. Cisco Catalyst or Nexus switch is typically deployed in campus access, distribution, or data-center roles. It provides reliable Layer 2/3 switching for user, server and uplink connectivity, and integrates with Cisco DNA Center or traditional CLI-based management.
Deployment guidance: When planning this WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9 unit into a network, confirm the software image (IOS/IOS-XE/NX-OS) required, the power and cooling profile, and the upstream/downstream interface types that match your existing infrastructure. For a like-for-like refresh, match the feature set of the units already in service so management and automation behave consistently.
Our Cisco reconditioning process: Every pre-owned Cisco unit at LinkNewNet passes a documented reconditioning flow before dispatch - visual inspection, internal cleaning, firmware verification, port-by-port testing, and configuration reset to factory defaults. This ensures the unit you receive operates reliably and integrates cleanly with your existing Cisco management tools.
Related models in this family: WS-C6504-E, WS-C6503-E, VS-C6506E-S720-10G, WS-SUP32-GE-3B, WS-C6509-E-WISM. Compare specifications to confirm the right port density, feature set and uplink options for your deployment.
Model code: K9 = Cryptographic (encryption) software feature set - this suffix indicates the feature set, power, or regulatory variant of the WS-C6506-E-VPN+-K9, which affects software licensing and regional compliance.
