• Cisco C9500-24X-E 24-port 10G SFP+ L2/L3 switch, sleek silver design
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Cisco C9500-24X-E | Catalyst 9500 24-Port 10G SFP+ Switch, Network Essentials

C9500-24X-E

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Description

The Cisco C9500-24X-E Catalyst 9500 is an enterprise-class Layer 2/3 switch designed for core and aggregation deployments in campus networks. Featuring 16 fixed 10G SFP+ ports plus an 8-port 10G SFP+ network module for a total of 24 10G ports, this modular switch delivers 960 Gbps switching capacity and 720 Mpps forwarding performance. Built on the x86 architecture with UADP 2.0 XL ASIC, it supports advanced routing, StackWise Virtual, and SD-Access for software-defined campus networks.

Features

Layer 2 switching with IEEE 802.1Q VLAN tagging, STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP link aggregation
- Layer 3 routing with OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, RIPv2, static routing, policy-based routing (PBR)
- Advanced routing: MPLS Layer 2/3 VPNs, VRF-lite, IPv6 (OSPFv3, BGP, PIM)
- StackWise Virtual: Two-switch virtualization with 160 Gbps stack bandwidth and NSF/SSO
- SD-Access ready: LISP/VXLAN support, Cisco DNA Center integration, policy-based segmentation
- Comprehensive security: 802.1X, MACSec-128, TrustSec SGT, IP Source Guard, Dynamic ARP Inspection
- Quality of Service: 8 egress queues, DSCP/CoS marking, policing, shaping, weighted round-robin scheduling
- Multicast: IGMP v1/v2/v3, PIM-SM, PIM-SSM, MSDP for efficient video and data distribution
- High availability: Dual hot-swappable power supplies, redundant fans, GIR, ISSU support
- Flexible NetFlow (requires Network Advantage): Advanced traffic visibility up to 512,000 flow entries
- Programmability: NETCONF/RESTCONF, YANG models, Python on-box scripting, streaming telemetry
- Zero-Touch Provisioning: Cisco Plug and Play, PXE, automated deployment and configuration
- Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE): IEEE 802.3az for reduced power consumption
- Cisco IOS XE Software: Modern, Linux-based operating system with container support

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Technical Specifications

Total Ports: 24 x 10G SFP+ (16 fixed + 8 via C9500-NM-8X module)
- Switching Capacity: 960 Gbps full-duplex
- Forwarding Rate: 720 Mpps
- Layer 2/Layer 3 Routing: Full IPv4/IPv6 support with OSPF, EIGRP, BGP
- MAC Address Table: 64,000 entries
- CPU: 4-core x86, 2.4 GHz
- Memory: 16 GB DDR4 RAM
- Flash Storage: 16 GB internal storage
- ASIC: Cisco UADP 2.0 XL
- PoE: Not supported
- Power Supply: Dual hot-swappable 950W AC or DC (1+1 redundancy, ships with one)
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.2 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 56.8 cm)
- Weight: 23.6 lbs (10.7 kg) with two power supplies
- Rack Units: 1U
- Management: CLI, Web GUI, SNMP, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Cisco DNA Center, Meraki Dashboard
- License: Network Essentials (included)
- Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

FAQs

Q: What is the total port count and configuration of the C9500-24X-E?
A: The C9500-24X-E provides 24 x 10G SFP+ ports total: 16 fixed ports on the base switch plus 8 additional ports via the included C9500-NM-8X network module. All ports support 1G or 10G SFP/SFP+ optics.

Q: Does this switch support Power over Ethernet?
A: No, the C9500-24X-E does not support PoE. It is designed for core and aggregation layer deployments connecting to distribution switches and servers, not for powering end devices like IP phones or access points.

Q: What network modules are compatible with the C9500-24X-E?
A: The C9500-24X-E supports two network module options for uplinks: the C9500-NM-8X (8 x 10G SFP+, typically included) and the C9500-NM-2Q (2 x 40G QSFP+). Only one module can be installed at a time.

Q: What is the difference between Network Essentials and Network Advantage licenses?
A: Network Essentials provides Layer 2/3 routing, security features, and basic automation. Network Advantage adds advanced capabilities like MPLS, advanced QoS, MACsec encryption, SD-Access fabric features, and Flexible NetFlow for enterprises requiring comprehensive campus networking.

Q: Can the C9500-24X-E be used in a stacked configuration?
A: Yes, the C9500-24X-E supports StackWise Virtual technology, allowing two switches to operate as a single logical unit with up to 160 Gbps stack bandwidth. This provides high availability and simplified management for campus core deployments.

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