Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch
- Managed, Rack-mountable, 40 x 10G ports, 2 x 40G QSFP+ Uplinks, No PoE (Data Only), Layer 3, Network Advantage License
[properties]
| Properties | Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A |
| Description | Cisco Catalyst 9500 40-port 10G switch, 2 x 40GE Network Module, NW Adv. License |
| Product Family | Catalyst 9500 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Cisco IOS Software | Network Advantage |
| Number of Ports | 42 |
| Includes | C9500-NM-2Q (Cisco Catalyst 9500 2 x 40GE Network Module) |
| Port Density (* with uplink module) |
|
| 1G port density | 40+8* |
| 10G port density | 40+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 | 25.75 lb (11.68 kg) |
| Rack Units (RU) | 1 RU |
| Minimum Software Requirements | Open Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.6.1 |
| 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 | C9500-40X-2Q-A |
| DRAM | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 960 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate‚ | Up to 720 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) | 277,310 |
| 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 | |
| Licenses | |
| C9500-DNA-E-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (3Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-E-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (5Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-E-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (7Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (3Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (5Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (7Y) |
[/accesories]
Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch is designed for high-performance, scalable enterprise networks, providing exceptional Layer 3 routing and network segmentation capabilities. With 40 non-blocking 10G Ethernet ports and 2 40G uplinks via network modules, this switch is ideal for core and aggregation layers in data centers and large campus environments. Powered by the Network Advantage license, it supports advanced routing, automation, and security features for modern enterprise networks.
Key Features:
- 40 x 10G Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Delivers high-speed, non-blocking connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- 2 x 40G QSFP+ Uplinks: Enables high-speed uplinks for scalable, efficient data transfer.
- Cisco StackWise Virtual Technology: Simplifies network management and redundancy across multiple switches.
- Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Supports OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS for enhanced routing and network segmentation.
- Energy-Efficient: Compliant with IEEE standards to reduce power consumption while maintaining top performance.
- Network Advantage License: Unlocks advanced automation, routing, and security features.
Technical Overview:
- Recommended for: Enterprise core networks, data centers, and large campuses.
- Ports: 40 x 10G SFP+ ports with 2 x 40G QSFP+ uplinks.
- Switching Capacity: 960 Gbps.
- Forwarding Rate: 720 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 standards for energy-saving operations.
You can check the related tab for the Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A datasheet.
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Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch
Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch
- Managed, Rack-mountable, 40 x 10G ports, 2 x 40G QSFP+ Uplinks, No PoE (Data Only), Layer 3, Network Advantage License
[properties]
| Properties | Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A |
| Description | Cisco Catalyst 9500 40-port 10G switch, 2 x 40GE Network Module, NW Adv. License |
| Product Family | Catalyst 9500 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Cisco IOS Software | Network Advantage |
| Number of Ports | 42 |
| Includes | C9500-NM-2Q (Cisco Catalyst 9500 2 x 40GE Network Module) |
| Port Density (* with uplink module) |
|
| 1G port density | 40+8* |
| 10G port density | 40+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 | 25.75 lb (11.68 kg) |
| Rack Units (RU) | 1 RU |
| Minimum Software Requirements | Open Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.6.1 |
| 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 | C9500-40X-2Q-A |
| DRAM | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 960 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate‚ | Up to 720 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) | 277,310 |
| 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 | |
| Licenses | |
| C9500-DNA-E-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (3Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-E-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (5Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-E-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (7Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (3Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (5Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (7Y) |
[/accesories]
Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch is designed for high-performance, scalable enterprise networks, providing exceptional Layer 3 routing and network segmentation capabilities. With 40 non-blocking 10G Ethernet ports and 2 40G uplinks via network modules, this switch is ideal for core and aggregation layers in data centers and large campus environments. Powered by the Network Advantage license, it supports advanced routing, automation, and security features for modern enterprise networks.
Key Features:
- 40 x 10G Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Delivers high-speed, non-blocking connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- 2 x 40G QSFP+ Uplinks: Enables high-speed uplinks for scalable, efficient data transfer.
- Cisco StackWise Virtual Technology: Simplifies network management and redundancy across multiple switches.
- Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Supports OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS for enhanced routing and network segmentation.
- Energy-Efficient: Compliant with IEEE standards to reduce power consumption while maintaining top performance.
- Network Advantage License: Unlocks advanced automation, routing, and security features.
Technical Overview:
- Recommended for: Enterprise core networks, data centers, and large campuses.
- Ports: 40 x 10G SFP+ ports with 2 x 40G QSFP+ uplinks.
- Switching Capacity: 960 Gbps.
- Forwarding Rate: 720 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 standards for energy-saving operations.
You can check the related tab for the Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A datasheet.
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Description
- Managed, Rack-mountable, 40 x 10G ports, 2 x 40G QSFP+ Uplinks, No PoE (Data Only), Layer 3, Network Advantage License
[properties]
| Properties | Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A |
| Description | Cisco Catalyst 9500 40-port 10G switch, 2 x 40GE Network Module, NW Adv. License |
| Product Family | Catalyst 9500 |
| Product Type | Ethernet Switch |
| Cisco IOS Software | Network Advantage |
| Number of Ports | 42 |
| Includes | C9500-NM-2Q (Cisco Catalyst 9500 2 x 40GE Network Module) |
| Port Density (* with uplink module) |
|
| 1G port density | 40+8* |
| 10G port density | 40+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 | 25.75 lb (11.68 kg) |
| Rack Units (RU) | 1 RU |
| Minimum Software Requirements | Open Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.6.1 |
| 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 | C9500-40X-2Q-A |
| DRAM | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 960 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate‚ | Up to 720 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) | 277,310 |
| 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 | |
| Licenses | |
| C9500-DNA-E-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (3Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-E-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (5Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-E-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. license (7Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-3Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (3Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-5Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (5Y) for 24Q, 40X, 32C, 32QC, 48Y4C SKU |
| C9500-DNA-A-7Y | Catalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage license (7Y) |
[/accesories]
Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-2Q-A Switch is designed for high-performance, scalable enterprise networks, providing exceptional Layer 3 routing and network segmentation capabilities. With 40 non-blocking 10G Ethernet ports and 2 40G uplinks via network modules, this switch is ideal for core and aggregation layers in data centers and large campus environments. Powered by the Network Advantage license, it supports advanced routing, automation, and security features for modern enterprise networks.
Key Features:
- 40 x 10G Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Delivers high-speed, non-blocking connectivity for bandwidth-intensive applications.
- 2 x 40G QSFP+ Uplinks: Enables high-speed uplinks for scalable, efficient data transfer.
- Cisco StackWise Virtual Technology: Simplifies network management and redundancy across multiple switches.
- Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Supports OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, and MPLS for enhanced routing and network segmentation.
- Energy-Efficient: Compliant with IEEE standards to reduce power consumption while maintaining top performance.
- Network Advantage License: Unlocks advanced automation, routing, and security features.
Technical Overview:
- Recommended for: Enterprise core networks, data centers, and large campuses.
- Ports: 40 x 10G SFP+ ports with 2 x 40G QSFP+ uplinks.
- Switching Capacity: 960 Gbps.
- Forwarding Rate: 720 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 standards for energy-saving operations.
You can check the related tab for the Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-A datasheet.













