Product Type | Managed Layer 3 Switch |
Model | Cisco Catalyst 9500 C9500-32QC-A |
Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Mounting | 1U rack mount |
Weight | 15.4 lbs (7 kg) |
Power Supply Type | Dual redundant power supplies (hot-swappable) |
Power Consumption (Typical/Max) | 218W / 389W |
Cisco Catalyst 9500 32-Port 40/100G Switch, Advantage License
Key Benefits

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- Supports high-throughput networking with dedicated 40/100G interfaces, ideal for modern data centers.
- Advantage licensing enables access to enhanced security, automation, and analytics features for enterprise management.
- TAA compliance makes it suitable for public sector and government infrastructure deployments.
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series, model C9500-32QC-A, is engineered for advanced aggregation and core-layer demands. With 32 ports supporting 40/100G, it caters to high-throughput needs in data-intensive environments. The Advantage license tier enables enhanced security, automation, and analytics, suitable for enterprise-grade requirements. Manufactured in Mexico and TAA compliant, it fits both government and large-scale enterprise projects. As part of the Catalyst 9500 family, it supports advanced segmentation and policy management, making it ideal for scalable, high-performance networks.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Web GUI, CLI, SNMP, NetFlow, REST API |
Cisco DNA Licensing Tier | Advantage License |
Cloud Support | Cisco DNA Center, Cisco vManage, Cisco Meraki integration |
License Duration | Subscription-based (term varies by purchase) |
Automation Support | Yes (Cisco Software-Defined Access) |
Telemetry & Analytics | Yes (via Cisco DNA Center) |
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.5 x 21.5 x 1.73 in (44.45 x 54.61 x 4.4 cm) |
Cooling | Front-to-back or back-to-front airflow (field reversible) |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Altitude | Up to 10,000 ft (3,000 m) |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 32 |
Uplink Port Speed | 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet |
Port Type | QSFP+/QSFP28 |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 100 Gbps per port |
Switching Capacity | 6.4 Tbps |
Forwarding Rate | 2.4 Bpps |
MAC Address Table Size | 64,000 entries |
Packet Buffer Memory | 32 MB |
Copper Ports | 0 |
SFP Ports | 0 |
Advanced Security Features
TrustSec and MACsec | Supported |
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Yes |
Encrypted Traffic Analytics | Yes |
Secure Boot and Image Signing | Yes |
802.1x Authentication | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Part 15, RoHS, IEC 60950-1 |
Green Compliance | Yes |
Energy Efficient Ethernet (EEE) | Yes |