| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Data Transfer Rate | 100 Gbps |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 56 |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| RAM / Total Installed Size | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory / Installed Size | 16 GB |
| Model | C9500-48Y4C-A |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Networking Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.1s, IEEE 802.1w, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.1D, IEEE 802.1p, IEEE 802.1Q |
| Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
| Media Layer Supported | Layer 2, Layer 3 |
| Uplink Port | 4x 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports |
| Power / Voltage Required | 90 to 264 VAC |
| MTBF | 316960 hours |
| Features | Scalable Layer 3 routing (IPv4, IPv6, and multicast) tables and Layer 2 switching tables. Hardware support for application hosting. IEEE 802.1ba Audio Video Bridging (AVB) built in to provide a better AV experience through improved time synchronization and QoS. |
Cisco Catalyst 9500 48-Port 100Gb Switch C9500-48Y4C-A

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
Primary Information
Network
| Interfaces | 48x 1/10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports + 4x 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports, USB, RJ45, USB-mini type B |
| 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; Syslog; RMON; SNMP |
| Routing Protocol | RIPv2, RIPng, OSPFv2, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS |
| Encryption Algorithm | MACsec |
Special Feature
| COO | BRAZIL / CHINA / MEXICO / THAILAND / UNITED STATES |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 Degree Celsius |
| Max Operating Temperature | 40 Degree Celsius |
| Min Storage Temperature | -20 Degree Celsius |
| Max Storage Temperature | 65 Degree Celsius |
Service&Support
| Service & Support Type | Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty |
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | 48x 1/10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports + 4x 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports, USB, RJ45, USB-mini type B |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.5 Inch |
| Depth | 18.0 Inch |
| Height | 1.73 Inch |
| Weight | 9.96 Kg |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |
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