Model | C9500X-28C8D-CX |
Network Device Type | Switch |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Processor Type | Octa-Core |
Installed RAM | 32 GB |
Flash Memory | 32 GB |
Forwarding Performance | 8 Bpps |
Throughput | 12.8 Tbps full-duplex |
Power Device Type | Power Supply |
Power Provided (W) | 1500 Watt |
MTBF | 123950 hours |
Weight | 13.28 Kg |
Cisco Catalyst 9500X 28x100G + 8x400G Switch, C9500X-28C8D-CX

Key Benefits

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- Supports up to 400G per port and scalable architecture for future-proofing large enterprise networks
- Built on Cisco's Silicon One Q200 ASIC for industry-leading throughput and high forwarding performance
- Backed by Cisco Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty and TAA compliance for secure, long-term deployment
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst 9500X-28C8D-CX switch delivers 28x 100G and 8x 400G Ethernet ports for high-speed connectivity in mission-critical networks. Powered by the Silicon One Q200 ASIC, it supports 12.8 Tbps full-duplex throughput with 8 Bpps forwarding. Key routing protocols like IPv4, IPv6, OSPF, and EIGRP are built-in, alongside SNMP and DHCP for remote management. This 1RU switch includes 32GB RAM, 32GB flash, and comprehensive IEEE standard support. Operating efficiently across challenging thermal environments and backed by an Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty, it's an ideal solution for data-center edge/core deployments that demand scalability and resilience.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management Protocols | SNMP, IPv6, DHCP |
Management Features | Cisco DNA Center, web-based GUI, CLI |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.5 Inch |
Depth | 21.8 Inch |
Height | 1.73 Inch |
Min Operating Temperature | -5 Celsius |
Max Operating Temperature | 45 Celsius |
Min Storage Temperature | -40 Celsius |
Max Storage Temperature | 70 Celsius |
Interfaces
Total Port Count | 36 |
Uplink Ports | 8x 40/100/200/400G QSFP-DD |
Downlink Ports | 28x 40/100G QSFP28 |
Interface Type | QSFP28, QSFP-DD, USB |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
Jumbo Frame Support | 9216 bytes |
MAC Address Table Size | 256000 |
Advanced Security Features
Routing Protocols | IPv4, IPv6, EIGRP, EIGRPv6, OSPFv2, OSPFv3 |
Encryption Algorithm | AES |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Networking Compliant Standards | 802.1D, 802.1s, 802.1w, 802.1p, 802.1x |
Media Layer Supported | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
Warranty Type | Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty |