Cisco C9500-16X-A Switch
- Managed, Rack-mountable, 16 x 10G SFP+ ports, No PoE (Data Only), Layer 3, Network Advantage License
[properties]
| Properties | Cisco C9500-16X-A |
| Description | Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-port 10G switch, NW Adv. License |
| Product Family | Catalyst 9500 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Cisco IOS Software | Network Advantage |
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Port Density (* with uplink module) |
|
| 1G port density | 16+8* |
| 10G port density | 16+8* |
| 25G port density | - |
| 40G port density | 2 |
| 100G port density | - |
| 10G port density with breakout cable | 8* |
| 25G port density with breakout cable | - |
| Fans and Fan trays | |
| FAN-T4-R (Max # of fans) | Yes (5) |
| C9K-T1-FANTRAY (Max # of fans) | No |
| Power Supply Selection | PWR-C4-950WAC-R or PWR-C4-950WDC-R |
| Input Voltage | 90 to 264 VAC |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) Inches | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52 |
| Weight | 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) |
| Rack Units (RU) | 1 RU |
| Minimum Software Requirements | Open Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.8.1 |
| Software Features | Network Advantage |
| Switch fundamentals Layer 2, Routed Access (RIP, EIGRP Stub, OSPF Up to 1000 routes),PBR, PIM Stub Multicast (up to 1000 routes)), PVLAN, VRRP, PBR, CDP, QoS, FHS, 802.1x, Macsec-128, CoPP, SXP, IP SLA Responder, SSO |
+ |
| Advanced switch capabilities and scale BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, IS-IS, BSR, MSDP, PIM SM, PIM SSM, PIM-BIDIR, IP SLA, OSPF |
+ |
| Network segmentation VRF, VXLAN, LISP, BGP-EVPN2, TrustSec2, SGT2, MPLS, mVPN2 |
+ |
| Automation NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC, gNMI/gNOI, YANG, PnP Agent, ZTP/Open PnP, GuestShell (On-Box Python) |
+ |
| Telemetry and visibility Model-driven telemetry, sampled NetFlow, SPAN, RSPAN |
+ |
| High availability and resiliency GIR, NSF, ISSU2, StackWise Virtual, SMU |
+ |
| IoT integration PTP (IEEE1588v2) |
+ |
| Security MACsec-256, WAN MACsec |
- |
| Cisco trustworthy solutions Trust Anchor module, Secure Boot, Image Signing, Modern Crypto, Runtime Defenses |
+ |
[/properties]
[specifications]
| Specifications | C9500-16X-A |
| DRAM | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 480 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate‚ | Up to 360 Mpps |
| Total Number of MAC addresses | Up to 64,000 |
| Total Number of IPv4 routes (Address Resolution Protocol [ARP] + Direct Routes) | Up to 80,000 host |
| Total Number of IPv4 routes (Indirect Routes) | Up to 64,000 indirect |
| Total Number of IPv6 (NDP and Direct Routes) | Up to 40,000 host |
| Total Number of IPv6 routes (Indirect Routes) | Up to 32,000 indirect |
| VLAN IDs | 4.094 |
| Total Number of IPv4 Multicast Routes | Up to 32,000 |
| Total Number of IPv6 Multicast Routes | Up to 16,000 |
| QoS ACL Scale | Up to 18,000 |
| Security ACL Scale | Up to 18,000 |
| FNF entries | Up to 512,000 |
| Jumbo Frame | 9,198 bytes |
| PVST Instances | 300 |
| STP Virtual Ports (Port VLANs) for PVST |
13,000 |
| STP Virtual Ports (Port VLANs) for MST | 13,000 |
| Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 1,000 |
| Operating Temperature | 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4° to 149°F (-20° to 65°C) |
| Operating Altitude | Operation up to 10,000 feet at 40°C; up to 6,000 feet at 45°C |
| Relative humidity operating and nonoperating (noncondensing) | Ambient (noncondensing) operating: 5% to 90% Ambient (noncondensing) nonoperating and storage: 5% to 95% |
| Mean-time between failures (MTBF) | 315,790 |
| Safety Certifications | UL 60950-1 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 EN 60950-1 IEC 60950-1 AS/NZS 60950-1 GB4943 |
| EMI and EMC compliance |
47 CFR Part 15 Class A CNS13438: 2006 Class A EN 300 386 V1.6.1 EN61000-3-2: 2014 EN61000-3-3: 2013 ICES-003 Issue 6: 2016 Class A KN 32: 2015 Class A TCVN 7189: 2009 Class A EN 55032:2012/ AC:2013 Class A EN 55032:2015 Class A CISPR 32 Edition 2 Class A V-2/2015.04 Class A V-3/2015.04 Class A CISPR24: 2010 + A1: 2015 EN 300 386 V1.6.1 EN55024: 2010 + A1: 2015 KN35: 2015 TCVN 7317: 2003 |
[/specifications]
[accesories]
| Network Modules | |
| C9500-NM-8X | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 8-port 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet with SFP/SFP+ |
| C9500-NM-2Q | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+ |
| Stacking accessories | |
| C9500- ACCKIT-19I= | Accessory Kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series - 19" rack mount |
| C9500- ACCKIT-23I= | Accessory Kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series - 23" rack mount |
| C9500- 4PT-KIT= | Extension rails and brackets for four-point mounting for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Power Supplies | |
| PWR-C4-950WAC-R | 950W AC Config 4 Power Supply front-to-back cooling |
| PWR-C4-950WDC-R | 950W DC Config 4 Power Supply front-to-back cooling |
| Licenses | |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (3Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (5Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (7Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (3Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (5Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (7Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
[/accesories]
Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A Switch
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A Switch is built for high-performance enterprise networks, offering robust Layer 3 routing and automation capabilities. Featuring 16 non-blocking 10G Ethernet ports, this switch is perfect for core and aggregation layers in data centers and large campus environments. Powered by Cisco's Network Advantage license, it supports advanced routing protocols and provides seamless network management and security.
Key Features:
- 16 x 10G Ethernet Ports: Delivers high-speed, non-blocking connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- Cisco StackWise Virtual Technology: Simplifies network management and enables redundancy across multiple switches.
- Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Supports OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS for dynamic routing and network segmentation.
- Energy-Efficient: Compliant with IEEE 802.3az standards to minimize power consumption while maintaining performance.
- Network Advantage License: Unlocks advanced routing, automation, and security features for comprehensive enterprise network management.
Technical Overview:
- Recommended for: Enterprise core networks, data centers, and large campus environments.
- Ports: 16 x 10G SFP+ ports.
- Switching Capacity: 480 Gbps.
- Forwarding Rate: 360 Mpps.
- Layer 3 Features: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS, and VRF-Lite.
- Management: Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP, and Cisco DNA Center.
- Licensing: Network Advantage.
- Energy Efficiency: Supports IEEE 802.3az standards for energy-efficient operations.
You can check the related tab for the Cisco C9500-16X-A datasheet.
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Cisco C9500-16X-A Switch
Cisco C9500-16X-A Switch
- Managed, Rack-mountable, 16 x 10G SFP+ ports, No PoE (Data Only), Layer 3, Network Advantage License
[properties]
| Properties | Cisco C9500-16X-A |
| Description | Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-port 10G switch, NW Adv. License |
| Product Family | Catalyst 9500 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Cisco IOS Software | Network Advantage |
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Port Density (* with uplink module) |
|
| 1G port density | 16+8* |
| 10G port density | 16+8* |
| 25G port density | - |
| 40G port density | 2 |
| 100G port density | - |
| 10G port density with breakout cable | 8* |
| 25G port density with breakout cable | - |
| Fans and Fan trays | |
| FAN-T4-R (Max # of fans) | Yes (5) |
| C9K-T1-FANTRAY (Max # of fans) | No |
| Power Supply Selection | PWR-C4-950WAC-R or PWR-C4-950WDC-R |
| Input Voltage | 90 to 264 VAC |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) Inches | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52 |
| Weight | 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) |
| Rack Units (RU) | 1 RU |
| Minimum Software Requirements | Open Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.8.1 |
| Software Features | Network Advantage |
| Switch fundamentals Layer 2, Routed Access (RIP, EIGRP Stub, OSPF Up to 1000 routes),PBR, PIM Stub Multicast (up to 1000 routes)), PVLAN, VRRP, PBR, CDP, QoS, FHS, 802.1x, Macsec-128, CoPP, SXP, IP SLA Responder, SSO |
+ |
| Advanced switch capabilities and scale BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, IS-IS, BSR, MSDP, PIM SM, PIM SSM, PIM-BIDIR, IP SLA, OSPF |
+ |
| Network segmentation VRF, VXLAN, LISP, BGP-EVPN2, TrustSec2, SGT2, MPLS, mVPN2 |
+ |
| Automation NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC, gNMI/gNOI, YANG, PnP Agent, ZTP/Open PnP, GuestShell (On-Box Python) |
+ |
| Telemetry and visibility Model-driven telemetry, sampled NetFlow, SPAN, RSPAN |
+ |
| High availability and resiliency GIR, NSF, ISSU2, StackWise Virtual, SMU |
+ |
| IoT integration PTP (IEEE1588v2) |
+ |
| Security MACsec-256, WAN MACsec |
- |
| Cisco trustworthy solutions Trust Anchor module, Secure Boot, Image Signing, Modern Crypto, Runtime Defenses |
+ |
[/properties]
[specifications]
| Specifications | C9500-16X-A |
| DRAM | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 480 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate‚ | Up to 360 Mpps |
| Total Number of MAC addresses | Up to 64,000 |
| Total Number of IPv4 routes (Address Resolution Protocol [ARP] + Direct Routes) | Up to 80,000 host |
| Total Number of IPv4 routes (Indirect Routes) | Up to 64,000 indirect |
| Total Number of IPv6 (NDP and Direct Routes) | Up to 40,000 host |
| Total Number of IPv6 routes (Indirect Routes) | Up to 32,000 indirect |
| VLAN IDs | 4.094 |
| Total Number of IPv4 Multicast Routes | Up to 32,000 |
| Total Number of IPv6 Multicast Routes | Up to 16,000 |
| QoS ACL Scale | Up to 18,000 |
| Security ACL Scale | Up to 18,000 |
| FNF entries | Up to 512,000 |
| Jumbo Frame | 9,198 bytes |
| PVST Instances | 300 |
| STP Virtual Ports (Port VLANs) for PVST |
13,000 |
| STP Virtual Ports (Port VLANs) for MST | 13,000 |
| Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 1,000 |
| Operating Temperature | 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4° to 149°F (-20° to 65°C) |
| Operating Altitude | Operation up to 10,000 feet at 40°C; up to 6,000 feet at 45°C |
| Relative humidity operating and nonoperating (noncondensing) | Ambient (noncondensing) operating: 5% to 90% Ambient (noncondensing) nonoperating and storage: 5% to 95% |
| Mean-time between failures (MTBF) | 315,790 |
| Safety Certifications | UL 60950-1 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 EN 60950-1 IEC 60950-1 AS/NZS 60950-1 GB4943 |
| EMI and EMC compliance |
47 CFR Part 15 Class A CNS13438: 2006 Class A EN 300 386 V1.6.1 EN61000-3-2: 2014 EN61000-3-3: 2013 ICES-003 Issue 6: 2016 Class A KN 32: 2015 Class A TCVN 7189: 2009 Class A EN 55032:2012/ AC:2013 Class A EN 55032:2015 Class A CISPR 32 Edition 2 Class A V-2/2015.04 Class A V-3/2015.04 Class A CISPR24: 2010 + A1: 2015 EN 300 386 V1.6.1 EN55024: 2010 + A1: 2015 KN35: 2015 TCVN 7317: 2003 |
[/specifications]
[accesories]
| Network Modules | |
| C9500-NM-8X | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 8-port 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet with SFP/SFP+ |
| C9500-NM-2Q | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+ |
| Stacking accessories | |
| C9500- ACCKIT-19I= | Accessory Kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series - 19" rack mount |
| C9500- ACCKIT-23I= | Accessory Kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series - 23" rack mount |
| C9500- 4PT-KIT= | Extension rails and brackets for four-point mounting for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Power Supplies | |
| PWR-C4-950WAC-R | 950W AC Config 4 Power Supply front-to-back cooling |
| PWR-C4-950WDC-R | 950W DC Config 4 Power Supply front-to-back cooling |
| Licenses | |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (3Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (5Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (7Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (3Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (5Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (7Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
[/accesories]
Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A Switch
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A Switch is built for high-performance enterprise networks, offering robust Layer 3 routing and automation capabilities. Featuring 16 non-blocking 10G Ethernet ports, this switch is perfect for core and aggregation layers in data centers and large campus environments. Powered by Cisco's Network Advantage license, it supports advanced routing protocols and provides seamless network management and security.
Key Features:
- 16 x 10G Ethernet Ports: Delivers high-speed, non-blocking connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- Cisco StackWise Virtual Technology: Simplifies network management and enables redundancy across multiple switches.
- Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Supports OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS for dynamic routing and network segmentation.
- Energy-Efficient: Compliant with IEEE 802.3az standards to minimize power consumption while maintaining performance.
- Network Advantage License: Unlocks advanced routing, automation, and security features for comprehensive enterprise network management.
Technical Overview:
- Recommended for: Enterprise core networks, data centers, and large campus environments.
- Ports: 16 x 10G SFP+ ports.
- Switching Capacity: 480 Gbps.
- Forwarding Rate: 360 Mpps.
- Layer 3 Features: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS, and VRF-Lite.
- Management: Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP, and Cisco DNA Center.
- Licensing: Network Advantage.
- Energy Efficiency: Supports IEEE 802.3az standards for energy-efficient operations.
You can check the related tab for the Cisco C9500-16X-A datasheet.
Product Information
Product Information
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Description
- Managed, Rack-mountable, 16 x 10G SFP+ ports, No PoE (Data Only), Layer 3, Network Advantage License
[properties]
| Properties | Cisco C9500-16X-A |
| Description | Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-port 10G switch, NW Adv. License |
| Product Family | Catalyst 9500 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Cisco IOS Software | Network Advantage |
| Number of Ports | 16 |
| Port Density (* with uplink module) |
|
| 1G port density | 16+8* |
| 10G port density | 16+8* |
| 25G port density | - |
| 40G port density | 2 |
| 100G port density | - |
| 10G port density with breakout cable | 8* |
| 25G port density with breakout cable | - |
| Fans and Fan trays | |
| FAN-T4-R (Max # of fans) | Yes (5) |
| C9K-T1-FANTRAY (Max # of fans) | No |
| Power Supply Selection | PWR-C4-950WAC-R or PWR-C4-950WDC-R |
| Input Voltage | 90 to 264 VAC |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) Inches | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52 |
| Weight | 23.6 lb (10.7 kg) |
| Rack Units (RU) | 1 RU |
| Minimum Software Requirements | Open Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.8.1 |
| Software Features | Network Advantage |
| Switch fundamentals Layer 2, Routed Access (RIP, EIGRP Stub, OSPF Up to 1000 routes),PBR, PIM Stub Multicast (up to 1000 routes)), PVLAN, VRRP, PBR, CDP, QoS, FHS, 802.1x, Macsec-128, CoPP, SXP, IP SLA Responder, SSO |
+ |
| Advanced switch capabilities and scale BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, IS-IS, BSR, MSDP, PIM SM, PIM SSM, PIM-BIDIR, IP SLA, OSPF |
+ |
| Network segmentation VRF, VXLAN, LISP, BGP-EVPN2, TrustSec2, SGT2, MPLS, mVPN2 |
+ |
| Automation NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC, gNMI/gNOI, YANG, PnP Agent, ZTP/Open PnP, GuestShell (On-Box Python) |
+ |
| Telemetry and visibility Model-driven telemetry, sampled NetFlow, SPAN, RSPAN |
+ |
| High availability and resiliency GIR, NSF, ISSU2, StackWise Virtual, SMU |
+ |
| IoT integration PTP (IEEE1588v2) |
+ |
| Security MACsec-256, WAN MACsec |
- |
| Cisco trustworthy solutions Trust Anchor module, Secure Boot, Image Signing, Modern Crypto, Runtime Defenses |
+ |
[/properties]
[specifications]
| Specifications | C9500-16X-A |
| DRAM | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 480 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate‚ | Up to 360 Mpps |
| Total Number of MAC addresses | Up to 64,000 |
| Total Number of IPv4 routes (Address Resolution Protocol [ARP] + Direct Routes) | Up to 80,000 host |
| Total Number of IPv4 routes (Indirect Routes) | Up to 64,000 indirect |
| Total Number of IPv6 (NDP and Direct Routes) | Up to 40,000 host |
| Total Number of IPv6 routes (Indirect Routes) | Up to 32,000 indirect |
| VLAN IDs | 4.094 |
| Total Number of IPv4 Multicast Routes | Up to 32,000 |
| Total Number of IPv6 Multicast Routes | Up to 16,000 |
| QoS ACL Scale | Up to 18,000 |
| Security ACL Scale | Up to 18,000 |
| FNF entries | Up to 512,000 |
| Jumbo Frame | 9,198 bytes |
| PVST Instances | 300 |
| STP Virtual Ports (Port VLANs) for PVST |
13,000 |
| STP Virtual Ports (Port VLANs) for MST | 13,000 |
| Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 1,000 |
| Operating Temperature | 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -4° to 149°F (-20° to 65°C) |
| Operating Altitude | Operation up to 10,000 feet at 40°C; up to 6,000 feet at 45°C |
| Relative humidity operating and nonoperating (noncondensing) | Ambient (noncondensing) operating: 5% to 90% Ambient (noncondensing) nonoperating and storage: 5% to 95% |
| Mean-time between failures (MTBF) | 315,790 |
| Safety Certifications | UL 60950-1 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 EN 60950-1 IEC 60950-1 AS/NZS 60950-1 GB4943 |
| EMI and EMC compliance |
47 CFR Part 15 Class A CNS13438: 2006 Class A EN 300 386 V1.6.1 EN61000-3-2: 2014 EN61000-3-3: 2013 ICES-003 Issue 6: 2016 Class A KN 32: 2015 Class A TCVN 7189: 2009 Class A EN 55032:2012/ AC:2013 Class A EN 55032:2015 Class A CISPR 32 Edition 2 Class A V-2/2015.04 Class A V-3/2015.04 Class A CISPR24: 2010 + A1: 2015 EN 300 386 V1.6.1 EN55024: 2010 + A1: 2015 KN35: 2015 TCVN 7317: 2003 |
[/specifications]
[accesories]
| Network Modules | |
| C9500-NM-8X | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 8-port 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet with SFP/SFP+ |
| C9500-NM-2Q | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+ |
| Stacking accessories | |
| C9500- ACCKIT-19I= | Accessory Kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series - 19" rack mount |
| C9500- ACCKIT-23I= | Accessory Kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series - 23" rack mount |
| C9500- 4PT-KIT= | Extension rails and brackets for four-point mounting for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Power Supplies | |
| PWR-C4-950WAC-R | 950W AC Config 4 Power Supply front-to-back cooling |
| PWR-C4-950WDC-R | 950W DC Config 4 Power Supply front-to-back cooling |
| Licenses | |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (3Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (5Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-E-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (7Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (3Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (5Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-L-A-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (7Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU |
[/accesories]
Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A Switch
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A Switch is built for high-performance enterprise networks, offering robust Layer 3 routing and automation capabilities. Featuring 16 non-blocking 10G Ethernet ports, this switch is perfect for core and aggregation layers in data centers and large campus environments. Powered by Cisco's Network Advantage license, it supports advanced routing protocols and provides seamless network management and security.
Key Features:
- 16 x 10G Ethernet Ports: Delivers high-speed, non-blocking connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- Cisco StackWise Virtual Technology: Simplifies network management and enables redundancy across multiple switches.
- Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Supports OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS for dynamic routing and network segmentation.
- Energy-Efficient: Compliant with IEEE 802.3az standards to minimize power consumption while maintaining performance.
- Network Advantage License: Unlocks advanced routing, automation, and security features for comprehensive enterprise network management.
Technical Overview:
- Recommended for: Enterprise core networks, data centers, and large campus environments.
- Ports: 16 x 10G SFP+ ports.
- Switching Capacity: 480 Gbps.
- Forwarding Rate: 360 Mpps.
- Layer 3 Features: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS, and VRF-Lite.
- Management: Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP, and Cisco DNA Center.
- Licensing: Network Advantage.
- Energy Efficiency: Supports IEEE 802.3az standards for energy-efficient operations.
You can check the related tab for the Cisco C9500-16X-A datasheet.














