The Cisco Catalyst C9500-32C-A is an advanced 100G core and aggregation switch built for high-density, mission-critical enterprise networks. Featuring 32 x 100G QSFP28 ports, this platform provides extensive throughput for large campus backbones, data center interconnects, and cloud-ready infrastructures.
Powered by the UADP ASIC and optimized for Cisco SD-Access, it supports fully programmable forwarding, network automation, encrypted traffic analytics, and secure segmentation policies. The Network Advantage (A) license enables comprehensive Layer 3 routing, including OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS, PBR, VXLAN, and EVPN.
With StackWise Virtual, redundant power supplies, hot-swappable fans, and high-availability design, the C9500-32C-A delivers reliability and scalability for large enterprise core deployments.
⚙️ Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | C9500-32C-A |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Port Configuration | 32 × 100G QSFP28 |
| Layer Support | Advanced Layer 3 (Network Advantage License) |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 4.86 Bpps |
| Stacking | Cisco StackWise Virtual (multi-chassis) |
| Security | MACsec, TrustSec, Encrypted Traffic Analytics |
| High Availability | Dual hot-swappable power supplies & fans |
| SD-Access Ready | Yes |
| Ideal Deployment | Campus Core, Aggregation Backbone, Data Center Edge |
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