Description
The Cisco C9500-40X-A is a high-performance Catalyst 9500 Series core and aggregation switch engineered for enterprise campus and data center environments requiring advanced Layer 3 networking. It features forty 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports, high switching throughput, and StackWise Virtual technology for scalable and resilient network architectures. The Cisco C9500-40X-A supports advanced routing, automation, and security capabilities for high-density enterprise connectivity applications.
Technical Specifications
| Condition |
New/Never Used Surplus |
| Brand |
Cisco |
| Category |
Network Switches |
| Part Number |
C9500-40X-A |
| Subcategory |
Managed Ethernet Switch |
| Product Series |
Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Switch Type |
Enterprise Layer 3 Switch |
| Network Ports |
40 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ |
| Management Ports |
1 × USB, 1 × Mini USB, 1 × RJ45 Console, 1 × Gigabit Management |
| Switching Capacity |
Up to 960 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate |
Up to 720 Mpps |
| MAC Address Table |
64,000 entries |
| Stacking Technology |
StackWise Virtual |
| Module Slots |
1 expansion module slot |
| Supported Expansion Modules |
C9500-NM-8X, C9500-NM-2Q |
| Installed Power Supply |
1 × PWR-C4-950WAC-R |
| Cooling System |
5 × FAN-T4-R front-to-back airflow fans |
| Memory |
4 GB DDR2 SDRAM |
| Flash Storage |
16 GB |
| Switch Software |
Cisco Network Advantage |
| Mounting Type |
Rack Mountable |
| Weight |
18.1 lb |
Information About C9500-40X-A
The C9500-40X-A is part of the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series, designed as a fixed-core enterprise switch platform optimized for high-speed campus backbone and aggregation deployments. Built with a front-to-back airflow architecture, the switch supports high-density 10 Gigabit Ethernet fiber connectivity and modular network expansion through optional uplink modules. It operates with Cisco Network Advantage licensing, enabling advanced Layer 3 routing, segmentation, automation, and policy-based network management across enterprise infrastructures. The switch also supports StackWise Virtual technology, allowing two physical switches to function as a single logical system for improved resiliency, simplified administration, and reduced network downtime.
Key Features:
- Forty 10G SFP+ Interfaces: Provides forty high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet fiber ports for enterprise aggregation and core networking.
- High Switching Performance: Delivers up to 960 Gbps switching capacity and forwarding rates up to 720 Mpps.
- StackWise Virtual Support: Allows two switches to operate as one logical unit for redundancy and scalability.
- Modular Expansion Capability: Supports optional network modules for additional 10G or 40G uplink connectivity.
- Front-to-Back Cooling Design: Optimized airflow improves thermal management in enterprise rack environments.
- Advanced Layer 3 Routing: Supports enterprise routing, segmentation, and policy-based network services through Network Advantage licensing.
- Multiple Management Interfaces: Includes USB, mini USB, RJ45 console, and Gigabit Ethernet management ports.
- Enterprise Security and Automation: Integrates advanced Cisco automation, telemetry, and secure network management features.
The C9500-40X-A delivers the reliability and precision required for high-density enterprise core and aggregation network switching.
