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C9500-48X-E, Cisco Catalyst 9500 Switch, 48x10GE/Network Essentials/Bundle

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    Cisco C9500-48X-E Overview

    Cisco’s C9500-48X-E is an enterprise-grade, high-density switch tailored for core and aggregation layers in modern networks. As part of the Cisco Catalyst series, it blends robust security with advanced Network Essentials features, delivering the reliability and comprehensive management required by distributed campuses and large-scale enterprise networks. Its 48-port configuration provides extensive 10G connectivity options, making it an ideal backbone for data-intensive environments. With a powerful 10G architecture, the switch supports diverse Layer 3 managed services, enabling seamless integration into hybrid cloud and virtualization-ready infrastructures. Whether deployed as an aggregation node or at the core of a high-speed campus, the C9500-48X-E ensures efficient traffic management and consistent uptime. This Cisco switch empowers IT teams and network architects to build scalable, future-ready solutions with comprehensive access control, rich QoS, and best-in-class energy efficiency. The switch’s robust software suite, which includes Network Essentials, simplifies operations across demanding deployments, while the 48-port SFP+ design ensures ultimate flexibility for dense 10G applications. Trusted in both North American and international enterprise settings, the C9500-48X-E is the switch of choice for organizations seeking to minimize latency and maximize 10G throughput within their evolving digital ecosystems.

    Product Highlights

    480 Gbps
    Switching Cap.
    720 Mpps
    Fwd. Rate
    48
    10G Ports

    Product Applications Scenarios

    Enterprise Network
    Delivers high-performance 10G core switching for mission-critical business applications with simplified deployment and management.
    Data Center
    Supports dense virtualization and rapid data transfers between servers with reliable 48-port 10G connectivity for modern data centers.
    Cloud Services
    Offers scalable 10G bandwidth and flexible network essentials, ensuring secure integration of cloud resources in hybrid deployments.

    Product Features Comparison

      Cisco Cisco Cisco Cisco
    Model C9500-48X-E C9500-24X-E C9500-16X-EDU C9500-40X-10A
    Brand Cisco Cisco Cisco Cisco
    Port Configuration 40 x 10G SFP+ & 8 x 10G Eth n/a n/a n/a
    Switching Capacity 480 Gbps (full duplex) n/a Up to 480 Gbps Up to 960 Gbps
    Forwarding Rate 720 Mpps n/a Up to 360 Mpps Up to 720 Mpps
    PoE Budget UPOE n/a n/a n/a
    Stacking Capability n/a n/a n/a n/a

    Optional Add-ons

    Model Number Description
    C9500-NM-8X Cisco 8-Port 10G SFP+ Network Module for Catalyst 9500 Series
    C9500-FAN Hot-swappable Fan Unit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switch
    PWR-C4-950WAC-R 950W AC Power Supply Module for Cisco 9500 Series Switches

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    Cisco C9500-48X-E Specification

    Model
    C9500-48X-E
    Brand
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    Device Type
    Switch - 48 ports - L3 - managed
    Enclosure Type
    Rack-mountable 1U
    Subtype
    10 Gigabit Ethernet
    Ports
    40 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ and 8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet
    Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
    UPOE
    Performance
    Switching capacity: 480 Gbps (full duplex); Forwarding rate: 720 Mpps
    Routing Capacity
    Routing table entries: 64,000; Indirect IPv4 routes: 64,000; Host IPv4 routes: 32,000; Indirect IPv6 routes: 32,000; Host IPv6 routes: 16,000; Multicast scale: 48,000; QoS ACL scale: 18,000; Security ACL scale: 18,000; FNF entries: 512,000; VLAN IDs: 4,000; SVIs: 4,000
    MAC Address Table Size
    64K entries
    Jumbo Frame Support
    9198 bytes
    Routing Protocols
    OSPF, IS-IS, RIP-1, RIP-2, BGP, EIGRP, IGMP, VRRP, PIM-SM, PIM-SSM, MSDP, RIPng, MPLS
    Remote Management Protocols
    SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON 1/2, TFTP, NETCONF, RESTCONF
    Encryption Algorithm
    256-bit AES
    Features
    DHCP, NAT, PAT, IGMP snooping, Syslog, IPv6, NSF, SSO, CBWFQ, WRED, VRRP, ACL, QoS, MLD snooping, NSR, LLDP, RSPAN, NetFlow, VRF, FNF, MACsec, built-in ASIC, CoPP, VXLAN, LISP, AVC, OSPF, TrustSec, VLAN Double Tagging (Q-in-Q), EoMPLS, H-VPLS, L3VPN, ZTP, CoAP, SPAN, StackWise Virtual, ERSPAN, SGT caching, SGACL, ITSM integration, third-party IPAM integration
    Compliant Standards
    IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3z, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.3ab, 802.1p, 802.3x, 802.3ad (LACP), 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.3ae, 802.1s, 802.1ae
    Processor
    1 x 2.4 GHz
    RAM
    16 GB DDR4 SDRAM (288-pin DIMM)
    Flash Memory
    16 GB
    Built-in Device
    RFID tag
    Expansion / Connectivity
    40 x 10GBase-X SFP+, 8 x 10GBase-X SFP+, 2 x USB 3.0
    Power Device
    Internal power supply (hot-plug), Installed: 2, Max supported: 2, Redundancy: Optional, Redundancy scheme: 1+1
    Power Provided
    950 W
    Voltage Required
    AC 120/230 V (50-60 Hz)
    Cooling Features
    Front-to-rear airflow
    MTBF
    180,640 hours
    Other Compliant Standards
    Plug and Play, CISPR 22/24, EN 61000-3-2/3, EN55024, EN50082-1, EN 61000-6-1, AS/NZS 60950-1, ICES-003 Class A, FCC Part 15, UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, GB 4943, VCCI Class A, KN24, KN22 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, CNS 13438 Class A, EN 300 386, KN 61000-4, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1
    Dimensions (W x D x H)
    17.5 in x 21.5 in x 1.7 in
    Operating Temperature
    32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
    Operating Humidity
    5% – 90% (non-condensing)
    Storage Temperature
    -4°F to 149°F (-20°C to 65°C)
    Storage Humidity
    5% – 95% (non-condensing)

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    What accessories are available for the C9500-48X-E?

    Accessories include power supply modules, network modules, and rack-mount kits.

    How does the C9500-48X-E compare to other Cisco switches?

    The C9500-48X-E offers higher performance and advanced features compared to earlier Cisco switches, making it a superior choice for core and distribution scenarios.

    Is the C9500-48X-E suitable for core and distribution deployments?

    Yes, the C9500-48X-E is specifically designed for core and distribution deployments with its high-performance 10G ports and robust feature set.

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