This document describes the features and characteristics of Cisco Catalyst 6500 and Cisco 7600 series Supervisor Engine 720-3BXL products, including 720Gbps throughput, support for LAN and WAN connections, support for IPv4 and IPv6, and features such as MPLS and QoS.
The Cisco Supervisor Engine 720-3BXL is a high‑performance line card for Catalyst 6500 and 7600 series switches, offering up to 720 Gbps of throughput and 40 Gbps per port. It supports a range of network protocols including IPv4, IPv6, MPLS and QoS, and is compatible with FlexWAN deployments.
The module is available with memory options of 128 MB, 256 MB, or 512 MB and meets numerous safety and regulatory standards such as CE Markings, UL 60950, and FCC Part 15. Detailed information on supported interfaces, processing rates, and compliance is included throughout the document.
| Maximum throughput | 720 Gbps |
|---|---|
| Port speed | 40 Gbps |
| Packet processing rate | 400 Mpps |
| IPv6 packet processing rate | 200 Mpps |
| FlexWAN support | Yes |
The module supports up to 720 Gbps of throughput.
Yes, FlexWAN is listed as a supported feature.