Catalyst 9500 Series 24‑Port 25/10/1Gb + 4‑Port 40/100Gb Core Switch
Product Description
The Cisco C9500‑24Y4C is a high‑performance fixed core switch in the Catalyst 9500 Series, featuring 24× 25Gb SFP28 front‑panel ports that also support 10G/1G connectivity and 4× 40/100Gb QSFP28 uplinks for high‑speed aggregation or backbone links. It is built for enterprise campus core, aggregation, and data‑intensive networking environments.
Powered by Cisco’s UADP 3.0 ASIC and Cisco IOS‑XE software, the switch delivers advanced Layer 2/Layer 3 routing, segmentation, security, automation, and telemetry capabilities. Its flexible multi‑rate ports and high throughput make it ideal for modern campus infrastructure, converged access networks, and scalable backbone connectivity.
Model Type
Fixed Core Switch — 24× 25Gb + 4× 40/100Gb, Layer 3 Catalyst 9500
Category
Networking – Fixed Core / Aggregation Switch
Key Features
24× 25Gb SFP28 Programmable Ports — Multi‑rate front‑panel ports supporting 1G/10G/25G connectivity for access and aggregation.
4× 40/100Gb QSFP28 Uplinks — High‑speed uplink or backbone links to aggregation layers or core networks.
Cisco IOS‑XE Managed — Advanced Layer 2/3 routing, segmentation, automation, and telemetry.
High Availability — Redundant AC/DC power supplies and hot‑swappable fans available for continuous operations.
Security & Encryption — Supports MACsec for secure Layer 2 traffic and advanced segmentation features.
Enterprise‑Grade Performance — Designed for high‑throughput campus cores and aggregation.
Programmable & Automated — SD‑Access ready with Cisco DNA Center integration and model‑driven telemetry.
Technical Specs at a Glance
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco C9500‑24Y4C |
| Series | Catalyst 9500 |
| Downlink Ports | 24× 25Gb SFP28 (multi‑rate 1/10/25Gb) |
| Uplink Ports | 4× 40/100Gb QSFP28 |
| ASIC | Cisco UADP 3.0 |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to ~1 Bpps (varies by software) |
| Switching Capacity | Up to ~1.6–2.0 Tbps depending on license and image |
| OS | Cisco IOS‑XE |
| Form Factor | 1RU rack‑mount |
| Fans | Hot‑swappable |
| Redundant Power | Supported |
| Deployment | Enterprise campus core / aggregation / backbone |
Typical Use Cases
Campus Core & Aggregation — High‑performance switching and routing for campus backbones.
High‑Speed Uplink Fabric — 40/100Gb uplinks for connecting access switches and data center uplinks.
Multi‑Gigabit Access — Flexible front‑panel ports for converged access and distribution layers.
Secure Enterprise Networks — Supports MACsec and advanced segmentation for sensitive environments.
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