Cisco Catalyst 9500 48-Port 100Gb Switch C9500-48Y4C-A

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  • Supports 48 1/10/25G ports and 4 40/100G uplinks for versatile high-speed connectivity
  • Delivers wire-speed data transfer up to 100Gbps
  • Layer 2 and 3 routing with support for VLAN, IPv4, IPv6, RIP, OSPF, and more
  • MACsec encryption ensures secure data communication
  • Includes 16 GB RAM and 16 GB flash memory for enhanced performance and storage
  • Jumbo frame support up to 9216 bytes for handling large data packets

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Key Benefits

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  • Optimized for enterprise aggregation/core use cases with high port density and 100Gbps throughput
  • Enhanced security and traffic management through built-in MACsec encryption and Layer 3 protocols
  • Robust hardware backed by TAA compliance and a high MTBF of nearly 317,000 hours ensures long-term reliability

Product Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A is a robust enterprise-level switch engineered for high-throughput, secure, and scalable network environments. Designed in a 1RU form factor, it incorporates 48 ports with 1/10/25G capabilities and 4 uplink ports supporting 40/100G, enabling efficient data handling up to 100Gbps. Support for high-speed data protocols and jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes ensures optimal performance in modern data-intensive operations.

Running on 16 GB RAM and 16 GB flash storage, this switch supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing protocols including OSPFv2, RIPv2, and RIPng. Its MACsec encryption ensures secure data flow, while compliance with IEEE 802.1 standards and VLAN/IPv4/IPv6 management protocols allows for flexible, unified control. The unit features a miniature USB-B and RJ45 interface and operates within 0–40°C for reliable uptime, further reinforced by a high MTBF of approximately 316,960 hours.

Ideal for core and distribution layers of large enterprise networks, the Catalyst 9500 delivers resilience and efficiency backed by an Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty. Designed for international deployment, it supports AC input from 90 to 264 VAC and adheres to TAA compliance guidelines. This switch provides the scalability and security enterprises need in a compact and energy-efficient footprint.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Enterprise Network Switch
Model Number C9500-48Y4C-A
Series Cisco Catalyst 9500
Form Factor 1RU
Device Type Fixed Core Switch
Power Supply Internal
Power Requirements 90 to 264 VAC
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support No
RAM 16 GB
Flash Memory 16 GB
Forwarding Rate 1.44 Tbps
MTBF 316,960 hours
Weight 9.96 kg

Wireless Features

Wi-Fi Support

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin Brazil / China / Mexico / Thailand / United States
TAA Compliant Yes
Networking Standards IEEE 802.1s, 802.1w, 802.1x

Advanced Security Features

Encryption Algorithm MACsec
Routing Protocols Supported OSPFv2, RIPv2, RIPng
Access Control IEEE 802.1X port-based network access control
Secure Boot Yes

Interfaces

Total Ports 56
Port Configuration 48 x 1/10/25G + 4 x 40/100G uplinks
Uplink Ports 4 x 40/100G
Port Speed 1G, 10G, 25G, 40G, 100G
Data Transfer Rate 100 Gbps
Data Link Protocol Gigabit Ethernet
MAC Address Table Size Up to 82,000 entries
Jumbo Frame Support Up to 9216 bytes
USB Interface USB Mini-B
Console Port RJ-45
Media Layer Supported Layer 2, Layer 3

Physical & Environmental

Width 17.5 inches
Depth 18.0 inches
Height 1.73 inches
Minimum Operating Temperature 0 °C
Maximum Operating Temperature 40 °C
Minimum Storage Temperature -20 °C
Maximum Storage Temperature 65 °C

Cloud Management & Licensing

Remote Management Protocols IPv4, IPv6, VLAN
Software Licensing Cisco Network Advantage (A SKU)
Management Interface Command-line interface (CLI), Web UI, SNMP