| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbps |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 36 |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| RAM / Total Installed Size | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory / Installed Size | 16 GB |
| Model | C9500-32C-A |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.1s,IEEE 802.1w,IEEE 802.1x,IEEE 802.3ae |
| Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
| Media Layer Supported | Layer 2 and Layer |
| Power / Voltage Required | 90 to 264 VAC |
| MTBF | 212820 hours |
| Features | Resiliency and High Availability; Image Signing; Enterprise Security |
Cisco Catalyst 9500 C9500-32C-A 32-Port 100G Switch

Key Benefits
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- High-density 100GbE and 40GbE switching ideal for enterprise core or aggregation layers
- Enhanced Layer 3 feature set with advanced routing protocols improves network scalability
- Enhanced limited lifetime warranty and MTBF of over 212,000 hours ensure long-term reliability
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9500 C9500-32C-A is a fixed-core switch engineered for campus and enterprise backbone infrastructures requiring high-density and high-speed connectivity. Designed in a compact 1RU form factor, this Layer 2 and Layer 3 switch integrates 32 ports of 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet via QSFP+/QSFP28, combined with additional RJ45 and USB ports for enhanced management. It supports cutting-edge network protocols including OSPFv2/v3, EIGRP, and dual stack IPv4/IPv6 routing, delivering advanced performance and flexibility in scale-out enterprise deployments.
Equipped with 16 GB of RAM and 16 GB of flash memory, the switch facilitates fast packet processing and efficient traffic management. With remote management capabilities including SNMP, RMON, syslog, and DHCP, administrators retain full control of network behavior. Its compliance with IEEE standards such as 802.1s/w/x and 802.3ae ensures enterprise-grade interoperability. The switch also supports jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes and a MAC address table size of up to 82,000 entries, making it ideal for data-intensive workflows.
Designed for high availability and backed by an enhanced limited lifetime warranty, the Catalyst 9500 delivers 212,820 hours MTBF, signifying strong reliability. Operating within 0–40°C, it’s built to perform in controlled enterprise environments. This model is compliant with TAA regulations and supports secure AES encryption, ideal for sensitive or government-related deployments.
Specifications
Primary Information
Network
| Interfaces | 32-port 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+/QSFP28, RJ45, USB |
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support | None |
| PoE Power Consumption | None |
| MAC Address Table Size | Up to 82000 |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9216 bytes |
| Remote Management Protocol | DHCP; SNMP; RMON; Syslog |
| Routing Protocol | EIGRPv6,IPv4,IPv6,EIGRP,OSPFv2,OSPFv3 |
| Encryption Algorithm | AES |
Special Feature
| COO | BRAZIL / CHINA / MEXICO / THAILAND |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 Celsius |
| Max Operating Temperature | 40 Celsius |
| Min Storage Temperature | -20 Celsius |
| Max Storage Temperature | 65 Celsius |
Service&Support
| Service & Support Type | Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty |
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | 32-port 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+/QSFP28, RJ45, USB |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.5 Inch |
| Depth | 21.2 Inch |
| Height | 1.73 Inch |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |
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