Cisco Catalyst 9500-24X-E 24x10G SFP+ Switch, Essentials License
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Cisco C9500-24X-E Aggregation Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 9500-24X-E is a 1 RU, fixed-core enterprise core and aggregation switch tailored for U.S. campus and data-center environments—from Silicon Valley innovation hubs to Wall Street trading backbones.
It combines 16 fixed 10 Gbps SFP+ ports with an integrated 8-port 10 Gbps SFP network module (C9500-NM-8X) for uplink expansion.
Running Cisco IOS XE with the Network Essentials license, it delivers full programmability, advanced security, and seamless integration via Cisco Catalyst Center or Meraki cloud monitoring.
Overview
Highlights
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Ports & Uplink Expansion
16 × 10 Gbps SFP+ fixed ports plus an integrated 8-port 10 Gbps SFP network module slot (C9500-NM-8X) for a total of 24 10 Gbps interfaces. -
Ultra-High Performance
Up to 960 Gbps full-duplex switching capacity and 720 Mpps forwarding rate to handle heavy east-west traffic. -
Advanced Layer 2/3 Services
IEEE 802.1Q VLANs, STP/RSTP/MSTP, LACP, static/Dynamic IPv4/IPv6 routing, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS L2/L3 VPNs, EVPN/VXLAN, and comprehensive QoS. -
Enterprise-Grade Security
Wire-rate MACsec (802.1ae), Secure Boot, Trust Anchor Module, robust ACLs, 802.1X, DHCP snooping, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard. -
StackWise Virtual
Logical switch pairing for active-active resiliency and simplified management with sub-second failover. -
Programmability & Telemetry
Open APIs (NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI), NX-API/Python SDK, on-box scripting, streaming telemetry, and Cisco DNA/Catalyst Center integration. -
Data-Center-Ready Cooling
Field-replaceable, N+1 redundant fan trays with front-to-back airflow to optimize thermal efficiency. -
Flexible Management
CLI, embedded Web UI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, Telnet/HTTPS, SSH, plus “Monitor Only” Meraki cloud monitoring option.
Recommended Accessories
| Accessory | Category | Description |
|---|---|---|
| C9500-NM-8X | Network Module | 8-port 1/10 Gbps SFP/SFP+ module for uplink expansion |
| C9500-NM-2Q | Network Module | 2-port 40 Gbps QSFP+ module for high-speed uplinks |
| PWR-C4-950WAC-R | Power Supply | 950 W AC PSU with front-to-back cooling; supports 1+1 redundant configuration |
| C9500-ACCKITH-19I= | Rack-Mount Kit | High-end 19″ rack-mount accessory kit for Catalyst 9500 Series |
Comparison with Similar Models
| Feature | C9500-24X-E | C9500-24X-A | C9500-24Y4C-E |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ports & Uplinks | 16 × 10 Gbps SFP+ + 8-port SFP module | Same hardware | 24 × 1/10/25 Gbps SFP28 + 4 × QSFP28 |
| License | Network Essentials | Network Advantage | Network Essentials |
| Switching Capacity | 960 Gbps full-duplex | 960 Gbps full-duplex | 6.4 Tbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding Rate | 720 Mpps | 720 Mpps | 2 Bpps |
| Ideal Use Case | 10 GbE aggregation with essential services | 10 GbE core/aggregation with advanced services | High-density 25/100 GbE campus distribution |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Code | C9500-24X-E |
| Description | Catalyst 9500 16-port 10 Gbps SFP+ switch with 8-port 10 Gbps SFP network module, NW Essentials license |
| Feature Set | Cisco IOS XE, Network Essentials |
| Fixed Ports | 16 × 10 Gbps SFP+ |
| Network Module Slot | 8-port 1/10 Gbps SFP/SFP+ module (C9500-NM-8X) |
| Switching Capacity | 960 Gbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding Rate | 720 Mpps (64-byte packets) |
| MAC Address Table | Up to 64,000 entries |
| CPU & Memory | 4-core x86 2.4 GHz CPU; 16 GB DDR4 DRAM; 16 GB flash |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, Web UI, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, RMON, NETCONF/RESTCONF, NX-API, Telnet/HTTPS, SSH; Cisco Catalyst Center, Meraki cloud monitoring |
| Console Ports | 1 × RJ-45 serial; 1 × USB mini-B |
| Power Supply | 950 W AC (PWR-C4-950WAC-R), front-to-back airflow; redundant supported |
| Power Consumption | 950 W max |
| Cooling | Field-replaceable, N+1 redundant fan trays, front-to-back airflow |
| Dimensions (H×W×D) | 1.7″ × 17.5″ × 21.5″ (43.2 × 444.5 × 546.1 mm) |
| Weight | 25.75 lb (11.68 kg) |
| Certifications & Compliance | FCC Part 15 Class A, UL/CSA, CE, RoHS, WEEE |
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