Overview
This notice defines the end-of-sale and end-of-life timeline for selected Catalyst 6500 Series products. The affected products reached end of sale on January 28, 2006, with support available until the stated last date of support.
Key Dates
The following table describes the major lifecycle milestones associated with this announcement:
| Milestone | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Announcement Date | Date this lifecycle notice was published | July 30, 2005 |
| End-of-Sale Date | Last day the product could be ordered | January 28, 2006 |
| Last Ship Date | Final shipment date, subject to lead time | April 28, 2006 |
| End of Routine Failure Analysis | Last date to request routine hardware analysis | January 28, 2007 |
| End of New Service Attachment | Last date to add a new service contract | January 28, 2007 |
| End of Service Contract Renewal | Last date to renew or extend service coverage | April 25, 2010 |
| Last Date of Support | Final date for all service and support | January 31, 2011 |
HW = Hardware; OS SW = Operating System Software; App. SW = Application Software
Affected Part Numbers
| End-of-Sale Product Part Number | Product Description |
|---|---|
| WS-C6506-PFC2 | Catalyst 6506, Sup2-PFC2, Fan Tray, No Power Supply |
| WS-C6509-PFC2 | Catalyst 6509, Sup2-PFC2, Fan Tray, No Power Supply |
| WS-CAC-1000W/2 | Catalyst 6000 Second 1000W AC Power Supply |
| WS-CAC-1300W/2 | Catalyst 6000 Second 1300W AC Power Supply |
| WS-CAC-2500W/2 | Catalyst 6000 Second 2500W AC Power Supply |
Migration Options
There is no direct replacement available for the affected Catalyst 6500 products at this time. Customers may consider using technology migration programs where eligible products can be traded in for credit toward newer equipment. Refurbished units may also be available through authorized secondary channels while inventory lasts 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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