Overview
This notice defines the end-of-sale and end-of-life timeline for selected Catalyst 6500 Series elements. The affected products reached end of sale on July 2, 2006, with support available until the stated last date of support.
Key Dates
The following table defines the major lifecycle milestones associated with this announcement:
| Milestone | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Announcement Date | Date this lifecycle notice was published | January 1, 2006 |
| End-of-Sale Date | Last day the product could be ordered | July 2, 2006 |
| Last Ship Date | Final shipment date, subject to lead time | September 30, 2006 |
| End of Failure Analysis | Last date to request routine hardware analysis | July 2, 2007 |
| End of New Service Attachment | Last date to add a new service contract | July 2, 2007 |
| End of Service Renewal | Last date to renew or extend service coverage | September 27, 2010 |
| Last Date of Support | Final date for all service and technical assistance | July 31, 2011 |
HW = Hardware; OS SW = Operating System Software; App. SW = Application Software
Affected Part Numbers
| End-of-Sale Product Part Number | Product Description | Replacement Product Part Number | Replacement Product Description | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WS-C6503-PFC2 | Catalyst 6503, Sup2-PFC2, Fan Tray, No Power Supply | VS-C6504E-S720-10G | Catalyst chassis with fan tray and Sup720-10G; IP Base only, VSS included | – |
Migration Options
Customers planning to transition from the affected components may consider supported replacement platforms. Eligible products may be exchanged through a technology migration program to obtain credit toward newer equipment. Refurbished units may also be available through authorized secondary channels while inventory remains and before final support dates.
Additional Notes
Service availability and pricing may change after the end-of-sale date. Lifecycle policies and warranty terms follow standard lifecycle documentation. Customers may subscribe to electronic notifications to remain informed of future lifecycle updates.
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