This Cisco 9500 is perfect for enterprise data centers and campus networks who need high-density 25G connectivity with advanced switching capabilities. Our Cisco Catalyst C9500-48Y4C-A delivers:
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48-port 25G SFP28 connectivity for high-performance networking
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QSFP28 uplink ports providing 100G backbone connectivity
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Network Advantage license with advanced security and automation
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Campus-optimized design for modern enterprise infrastructure
Key Features
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High-density 25G switching with 48 x SFP28 ports
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100G uplink capability through QSFP28 interfaces
- Advanced fiber ethernet switches performance for campus networks
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Cisco IOS-XE with programmable automation features
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Network Advantage licensing including security and analytics
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StackWise-480 technology for high-availability clustering
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Model Number |
C9500-48Y4C-A |
| Type |
Catalyst 9500 Series 25G Campus Switch |
| Port Configuration |
48 x 25G SFP28 + 4 x 100G QSFP28 |
| Switching Capacity |
3.2 Tbps with advanced forwarding |
| License Included |
Network Advantage with DNA features |
| Stacking |
StackWise-480 for high-availability |
| Management |
Cisco IOS-XE with programmable APIs |
Target Use Cases
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Campus network aggregation for high-bandwidth applications
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Data center top-of-rack switching for server connectivity
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High-performance computing requiring 25G server connections
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Enterprise core switching with advanced security features
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Cloud and virtualization environments needing low-latency switching
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is SFP28 in this Cisco 9500 switch?
A: SFP28 (Small Form-factor Pluggable 28) supports 25 Gigabit Ethernet connections, providing higher density and bandwidth than traditional 10G SFP+ while maintaining backward compatibility.
Q: How do QSFP28 uplink ports enhance network performance?
A: QSFP28 ports deliver 100G uplink connectivity, enabling this fiber ethernet switches platform to handle aggregated traffic from all 48 x 25G access ports efficiently.
Q: What features are included with Network Advantage license?
A: The Network Advantage license includes advanced security features, network analytics, automation capabilities, and Cisco DNA Center integration for simplified management.
Q: Is this switch suitable for modern campus deployments?
A: Yes. This Cisco 10GbE switch platform supports next-generation campus requirements including IoT, mobility, cloud, and security with 25G performance for high-bandwidth applications.
Cisco Catalyst C9500-48Y4C-A 25G campus switch with 48 SFP28 ports and QSFP28 uplinks. Network Advantage license included for enterprise deployment.
