Overview
This notice defines the end-of-sale and end-of-life timeline for the Catalyst 6513 Switch (Non-E chassis only). The affected product reached end of sale on August 4, 2012, with support available until the stated last date of support.
Key Dates
The following table describes the lifecycle milestones associated with this announcement:
| Milestone | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Announcement Date | Date this lifecycle notice was published | August 5, 2011 |
| End-of-Sale Date | Last day the product could be ordered | August 4, 2012 |
| Last Ship Date | Final shipment date, subject to lead time | November 2, 2012 |
| End of SW Maintenance Releases | Last date for final software maintenance or bug fixes | August 4, 2013 |
| End of Routine Failure Analysis | Last date for diagnostic hardware analysis | August 4, 2013 |
| End of New Service Attachment | Last date to add a new contract | August 4, 2013 |
| End of Service Contract Renewal | Last date to renew or extend service coverage | November 2, 2016 |
| Last Date of Support | Final date for all service and technical assistance | August 31, 2017 |
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-C6513 | Catalyst 6500 13-slot chassis, 20RU, no power supply, no fan tray | WS-C6513-E | Enhanced 6513 chassis, 13-slot, 19RU, no power supply, no fan tray | – |
| WS-C6513= | Catalyst 6513 chassis, 13-slot, 19RU, spare, no power supply | WS-C6513-E= | Enhanced 6513 chassis spare, 13-slot, 19RU, no power supply, no fan tray | – |
Migration Options
Customers planning to transition from the affected product may be able to use a technology migration program where eligible equipment can be traded in for credit toward newer systems. Refurbished units might be offered through certified secondary channels while inventory lasts and before final support dates.
Additional Notes
Service prices may change after the end-of-sale date. Lifecycle policies and warranty terms follow standard lifecycle documentation. Customers may subscribe to electronic notifications to stay informed about future lifecycle announcements.
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