Product Type | Managed Switch |
Model | C9500-16X |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Media Layer Supported | Layer 2, Layer 3 |
RAM (Installed) | 16 GB |
Flash Memory | 16 GB |
MAC Address Table Size | Up to 64000 |
Power Device Type | Internal Power Supply |
Voltage Required | 90 to 264 VAC |
MTBF | 315790 hours |
Weight | 23.6 lbs. |
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
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL/CSA 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60825-1, EN 60825-2, FCC Part 15 Class A, VCCI Class A |
Networking Compliant Standards | IEEE 802.1s, 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.3, 802.3ad, 802.3ae |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Algorithm | MACsec |
Access Control | 802.1x port-based authentication |
Secure Boot | Yes |
Authenticated Images | Yes |
Warranty
Service & Support | Enhanced Limited Lifetime Hardware Warranty |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 22 |
10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports | 16 |
1 Gigabit Ethernet Ports | 2 |
Management Ports | 1 x USB mini-B console, 1 x RJ-45 console, 1 x USB Type-A |
Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
Jumbo Frame Support | 9198 bytes |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.5 Inch |
Depth | 21.52 Inch |
Height | 1.73 Inch |
Min Operating Temperature | 0 Celsius |
Max Operating Temperature | 40 Celsius |
Min Storage Temperature | -20 Celsius |
Max Storage Temperature | 65 Celsius |
Relative Humidity (Operating) | 5% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Relative Humidity (Storage) | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management Protocols | VLAN, IPv4, IPv6 |
Management Options | Cisco DNA Center, Web UI, CLI, SNMP |
Included Licensing | None (Cisco DNA subscriptions sold separately) |
Routing & Switching Features
Routing Protocols | RIPv2, RIPng, OSPFv2 |
IPv6 Support | Yes |
Stacking Support | Virtual Switching System (VSS) |
Forwarding Rate | 480 Mpps |
Switching Capacity | 960 Gbps |