| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 22 |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Model | C9500-16X |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| RAM / Total Installed Size | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory / Installed Size | 16 GB |
| Networking Compliant Standards | 802.1s, 802.1w, 802.1x |
| Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
| Media Layer Supported | Layer 2, Layer 3 |
| Power / Voltage Required | 90 to 264 VAC |
| MTBF | 315790 hours |
Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X 16-Port 10G Switch, K12

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- Designed for modern enterprise and educational networks requiring high-bandwidth aggregation features
- Enhanced security and reliability with MACsec encryption and industry-standard protocol support
- Long-term ROI with durable hardware components, wide temperature tolerance, and lifetime hardware warranty
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X is a high-performance, 16-port 10G switch optimized for enterprise and educational networks. It supports Layer 2/3 protocols including RIPv2, RIPng, and OSPFv2, with MACsec encryption securing your data path. Equipped with 16GB RAM and 16GB flash memory, it handles demanding network loads. With 1/10G Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, management via VLAN, IPv4, and IPv6, and IEEE compliance, it fits seamlessly into modern infrastructures. A durable 1RU design and MTBF of over 315,000 hours ensure reliable long-term service. Includes an Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty.
Specifications
Primary Information
Special Feature
| COO | UNITED STATES |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 Celsius |
| Max Operating Temperature | 40 Celsius |
| Min Storage Temperature | -20 Celsius |
| Max Storage Temperature | 65 Celsius |
Network
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support | None |
| PoE Power Consumption | None |
| MAC Address Table Size | Up to 64000 |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9198 bytes |
| Remote Management Protocol | IPv4; VLAN; IPv6 |
| Routing Protocol | RIPv2, RIPng, OSPFv2 |
| Encryption Algorithm | MACsec |
| Interfaces | 1/10G Gigabit Ethernet, RJ45, USB-mini type B |
Service&Support
| Service & Support Type | Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.5 Inch |
| Depth | 21.52 Inch |
| Height | 1.73 Inch |
| Weight | 23.6 lbs. |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | 1/10G Gigabit Ethernet, RJ45, USB-mini type B |