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Cisco Catalyst 9500 C9500-32C-A 32-Port 100G Switch

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: C9500-32C-A UPC#: 889728142687
  • CATALYST 9500 32-PORT 100G ONLY, ADVANTA
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  • 32-port 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+/QSFP28, RJ45, and USB
  • Layer 2 and Layer 3 support with protocols including OSPFv2/v3, EIGRP, IPv4/IPv6
  • 16 GB RAM and 16 GB flash memory for high throughput and storage
  • Remote management via SNMP, RMON, Syslog, and DHCP
  • MAC address table capacity of up to 82,000 entries
  • Supports jumbo frames up to 9216 bytes

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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

Product Overview
Type Fixed-core Layer 2 / Layer 3 Switch
Form Factor 1U Rack-mountable
Model C9500-32C-A
Connectivity Technology Wired
RAM Installed 16 GB
Flash Memory Installed 16 GB
Media Layer Supported Layer 2 and Layer 3
Power Requirements 90 to 264 VAC
Power Device Type Internal Power Supply
MTBF 212,820 hours
Features Resiliency and High Availability
Service & Support Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty

Wireless Features

Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin Brazil / China / Mexico / Thailand
TAA Compliance Yes
Compliance Standards IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.3ae

Advanced Security Features
Encryption Algorithm AES
Supported Routing Protocols OSPFv2, OSPFv3, EIGRP, EIGRPv6, IPv4, IPv6

Interfaces
Total Ethernet Ports 32
Port Type QSFP+/QSFP28
Port Speeds 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet
USB Ports 1 x USB for management
RJ45 Ports 1 for console or management
MAC Address Table Size Up to 82,000 entries
Jumbo Frame Support Up to 9216 bytes
Data Link Protocols Supported Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, 100 Gigabit Ethernet

Physical & Environmental
Width 17.5 inches
Depth 21.2 inches
Height 1.73 inches
Min Operating Temperature 0°C
Max Operating Temperature 40°C
Min Storage Temperature -20°C
Max Storage Temperature 65°C

Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management Protocols SNMP, RMON, Syslog, DHCP