| Product Type | Managed Layer 3 Switch |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Model | C9500-16X-E |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Rack Units | 1U |
| Weight | 17.64 lbs (8 kg) |
| Power Requirements | AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption (Typical) | 130 Watts |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 357.14 Mpps |
| MTBF | 411,890 hours |
| Redundant Power Supply Support | Yes |
CISCO Catalyst 9500 16-Port 10G Switch, Essentials (C9500-16X-E)
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- 16-port 10Gigabit Ethernet switch
- Part of Cisco's Catalyst 9500 high-performance series
- TAA-compliant for government and public sector use
- Essentials license tier supports core Layer 2 and Layer 3 features
- Multiple countries of origin: Brazil, China, and United States
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- Ideal for organizations needing scalable, high-throughput switching solutions.
- TAA compliance ensures eligibility for federal and government procurement.
- Part of the Cisco Catalyst 9000 family, offering trusted enterprise network performance.
Product Overview
The CISCO Catalyst 9500 Series 16-Port 10G Switch (C9500-16X-E) is designed for enterprise-level core and aggregation switching needs. With 16 dedicated 10Gigabit ports and operating under the Essentials feature license, it provides reliable performance for bandwidth-intensive applications. TAA compliance ensures suitability for government and regulated sectors. Manufactured in Brazil, China, and the United States, this switch supports scalable and secure deployments. Though specification details are limited, its position in the Catalyst 9000 family guarantees advanced switching and long-term network ROI.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.5 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 54.6 cm) |
| 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 95% (non-condensing) |
| Noise Level | 61.8 dB (typical) |
| Cooling Type | Hot-swappable redundant fans |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Software License | Network Essentials |
| Management Interface | Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, Web UI |
| Supported Software | Cisco IOS XE |
| Cloud Monitoring Support | Yes, with Cisco DNA Center |
| License Type | Perpetual with optional subscriptions |
| Automation Features | Yes, via Cisco DNA Center |
Interfaces
| Total 10G SFP+ Ports | 16 |
| Management Ports | 1x RJ-45 Console, 1x USB Console, 1x Ethernet management port |
| Uplink Ports | None dedicated, all 16 ports are usable as uplinks or downlinks |
| Interface Type | 10 Gigabit Ethernet (SFP+) |
| Stacking Support | Virtual StackWise (via software) |
| MAC Address Table Size | 32,000 entries |
| Packet Buffer Memory | 16 MB |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Brazil / China / United States |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Certifications | UL 60950-1, CE Mark, RoHS, WEEE, FCC Part 15 Class A |
| Environmental Standards | RoHS Compliant |
Advanced Security Features
| Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Yes |
| 802.1X Authentication | Yes |
| MACsec Encryption | Yes, hardware supported |
| Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA) | Yes |
| Dynamic ARP Inspection | Yes |
| Control Plane Policing | Yes |
| DHCP Snooping | Yes |
