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Cisco • SKU C8500-RFID-3R
Cisco C8500-RFID-3R — C8500-RFID-3R
Cisco C8500-RFID-3R — external front-panel RFID asset-tracking tag accessory/configure-to-order option for the 3RU Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series Edge Platform (C8500-20X6C); stores PID/SN/VID/UDI for RFID-reader inventory and zero-touch provisioning.
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Download Cisco datasheet ↗ via Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series Edge Platforms Data Sheet (c78-744089) and Ordering Guide (c07-744092) describe the RFID tag option; cross-confirmed by Insight Canada product listing for C8500-RFID-3R.
What is the Cisco C8500-RFID-3R?
Cisco C8500-RFID-3R — external front-panel RFID asset-tracking tag accessory/configure-to-order option for the 3RU Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series Edge Platform (C8500-20X6C); stores PID/SN/VID/UDI for RFID-reader inventory and zero-touch provisioning.
TFI supplies the C8500-RFID-3R new and refurbished to South African businesses, each unit covered by warranty and optional SLA. As a B-BBEE Level 2 distributor we can quote stock, lead time and price — usually within the same business day.
Specifications
| product type | External front-panel RFID asset-tracking tag (configure-to-order accessory option) |
|---|---|
| form factor | Option for 3RU Catalyst 8500 platform (C8500-20X6C); tag itself is an external removable inlay |
| function | Stores PID, serial number, VID and UDI; read by commercial RFID readers for inventory and zero-touch provisioning prepopulation |
| host platform | Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series Edge Platforms (3RU = C8500-20X6C) |
| removable | Yes — external, can be removed or unselected at time of ordering |
| sibling sku | C8500-RFID-1R (same tag option for 1RU Catalyst 8500 platforms) |
| power | None — passive RFID tag, no power required |
| eol status | Active/orderable as of 2026; no End-of-Sale notice found |
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Cisco C8500-RFID-3R?
- Cisco C8500-RFID-3R — external front-panel RFID asset-tracking tag accessory/configure-to-order option for the 3RU Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series Edge Platform (C8500-20X6C); stores PID/SN/VID/UDI for RFID-reader inventory and zero-touch provisioning.
- Do you supply the C8500-RFID-3R new or refurbished?
- TFI supplies the Cisco C8500-RFID-3R both new and professionally refurbished, each with warranty and SLA options. Tell us your preference when you request a quote.
- Can TFI deliver the C8500-RFID-3R in South Africa?
- Yes. TFI is a South African distributor (B-BBEE Level 2) and ships the Cisco C8500-RFID-3R nationwide. Send us the SKU and we come back with stock, lead time and price — usually the same business day.
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C-RFID-1R
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Verification sources (6)
- https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/routers/catalyst-8500-series-edge-platforms/datasheet-c78-744089.html
- https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/routers/catalyst-8500-series-edge-platforms/q-and-a-c67-744086.html
- https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/collateral/routers/catalyst-8500-series-edge-platforms/guide-c07-744092.html
- https://ca.insight.com/en_CA/shop/product/C8500-RFID-3R/CISCO%20SYSTEMS/C8500-RFID-3R/CISCO-C8500-RFID--3RU/
- https://www.router-switch.com/c8500-rfid-1r.html
- https://itprice.com/cisco-gpl/c8500
Need pricing on C8500-RFID-3R?
Send us the SKU. We come back with stock, lead time and price — typically within the same business day.