Overview
This notice defines the end-of-sale and end-of-life timeline for the ME 6524-GS and ME 6524-GT Ethernet Switches used with the Catalyst 6500 Series. The last day to order these products was March 31, 2012, and support continued until the final support date.
Key Dates
The table below outlines the major lifecycle milestones associated with this announcement:
| Milestone | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Announcement Date | When this lifecycle notice was first issued | August 5, 2011 |
| End-of-Sale Date | Last day the product could be ordered | March 31, 2012 |
| Last Shipment Date | Final shipment date, subject to lead time | June 29, 2012 |
| End of Software Maintenance Releases | Last date final maintenance releases or fixes were issued | March 31, 2013 |
| End of Routine Failure Analysis | Last date for routine failure analysis requests | March 31, 2013 |
| End of New Support Attachment | Last date to begin new support coverage | March 31, 2013 |
| End of Service Contract Renewal | Last date to renew or extend support coverage | June 26, 2016 |
| Last Date of Support | Final date for any support or technical assistance | March 31, 2017 |
Affected Part Numbers
| End-of-Sale Product Part Number | Product Description | Replacement Product Part Number | Replacement Product Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| ME-C6524GS-8S | ME 6524 GS Switch – 24 GE SFP + 8 GE SFP, fan tray | – | No direct replacement listed |
| ME-C6524GS-8S= | ME 6524 GS Switch – 24 GE SFP + 8 GE SFP spare | – | No direct replacement listed |
| ME-C6524GT-8S | ME 6524 GT Switch – 24 10/100/1000 + 8 GE SFP, fan tray | – | No direct replacement listed |
| ME-C6524GT-8S= | ME 6524 GT Switch – 24 10/100/1000 + 8 GE SFP spare | – | No direct replacement listed |
Migration Options
Transition to more recent Ethernet access platforms may be considered to maintain feature support and services. Trade-in or upgrade programs might offer credit toward newer systems, and some refurbished units may be available through authorized secondary channels while limited inventory remains.
Additional Notes
Service availability and pricing may change following the end-of-sale date. Lifecycle policies and warranty terms follow standard lifecycle documentation. Notifications about future lifecycle updates are available through official channels.
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