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Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-Port 10G + 2-Port 40G Switch C9500-16X-2Q-E

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: C9500-16X-2Q-E UPC#: 889728133494
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  • 16 10G Ethernet ports and 2 40G uplink ports for high-speed connectivity
  • 1RU form factor fitting standard rack environments
  • 40 Gbps maximum data transfer rate
  • 16 GB RAM and 16 GB flash memory for efficient system performance
  • Supports operating temperatures from 0°C to 40°C at 10,000 ft altitude
  • Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) of 315,790 hours for high system reliability

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Key Benefits

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  • Offers high-performance aggregation with 10G and 40G port configuration, ideal for enterprise core networks
  • Compact 1RU design saves valuable rack space in dense data center environments
  • Long equipment lifespan and support backed by over 315K hours MTBF and lifetime hardware warranty

Product Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 9500 C9500-16X-2Q-E is a high-performance enterprise-class switch with 16 x 10G ports and 2 x 40G uplinks. Designed for high-bandwidth aggregation or core networks, it fits into a 1RU form factor and delivers up to 40 Gbps throughput. With 16 GB RAM and 16 GB flash, it supports data-intensive operations efficiently. The system ensures long-term reliability with an MTBF of over 315,000 hours and operates optimally within a 0°C–40°C temperature range. Featuring TAA compliance and a limited lifetime hardware warranty, it is a trusted solution for enterprise networking.

Specifications

Product Overview
Type Enterprise-class Layer 3 Switch
Model Cisco Catalyst 9500 C9500-16X-2Q-E
Form Factor 1RU
Weight 7.78 kg (17.15 lbs)
Power Requirements 90 to 264 VAC
Power Supply Type Dual redundant power supplies (Field-replaceable)
Throughput 480 Gbps
Switching Capacity 480 Gbps
Forwarding Rate 357.14 Mpps
RAM (Installed) 16 GB
Flash Memory (Installed) 16 GB
MTBF 315,790 Hours

Physical & Environmental
Width 17.5 inches (44.5 cm)
Depth 21.52 inches (54.7 cm)
Height 1.73 inches (4.4 cm)
Weight 7.78 kg (17.15 lbs)
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C to 65°C (-4°F to 149°F)
Operating Altitude Up to 10,000 feet (3,048 meters)
Relative Humidity (Operating) 5% - 90% non-condensing
Relative Humidity (Storage) 5% - 95% non-condensing
Cooling Front-to-back airflow (field-replaceable fans)

Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface Cisco IOS XE with CLI, SNMP, NetFlow, Cisco DNA Center
Cloud Management Compatibility Supported via Cisco DNA Center
Licensing Requirement Cisco Network Advantage/Essentials license required
Included License Network Essentials (C9500-16X-2Q-E)
Software Features System virtualization with StackWise Virtual, MACsec, TrustSec, ISSU

Interfaces
Total Ports 18
10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports 16 x 10G SFP+
40 Gigabit Ethernet Ports 2 x 40G QSFP+
Management Ports 1 x RJ45 Console, 1 x USB Mini-Type B Console, 1 x USB 3.0 Type A
Data Transfer Rate Up to 40 Gbps per port
Uplink Ports 2 x QSFP+ 40G
Interface Type SFP+, QSFP+, RJ45, USB
Expansion Slots None

Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin China / United States
TAA Compliant Yes
Certifications UL/CSA 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS, RoHS compliant
Warranty Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty

Advanced Security Features
MACsec Encryption Yes
Segmentation Cisco TrustSec
Access Control Role-based access control (RBAC)
Network Threat Detection Support via integration with Cisco Stealthwatch and Threat Grid
Secure Boot Yes
Encrypted Traffic Analytics Supported