Cisco Catalyst 9500 24x25G + 4x100G Switch, DNA Essentials 1Y

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: C9500-24Y4C-1E UPC#: 889728146623
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  • 24 x 25 Gigabit SFP28 ports and 4 x 100Gbit LAN interfaces
  • Switching capacity of 1.6 Tbps and forwarding rate of 1 Bpps
  • Supports up to 64K MAC addresses and 90K host IPv4/IPv6 routes
  • Includes Cisco IOS Universal and 1-year DNA Essentials license
  • Advanced L3 features: OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, policy-based routing
  • Redundant power supply options with 1+1 scheme and hot-plug support

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Key Benefits

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  • Delivers ultra-high performance with 1.6 Tbps switching capacity, ideal for bandwidth-intensive enterprise applications.
  • Advanced automation and security via Cisco DNA Essentials, 256-bit AES encryption, and integrated Wireshark.
  • Scalable, future-ready architecture with deep protocol support and 64K MAC address table, supporting expansive network growth.

Product Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switch (C9500-24Y4C-1E) delivers advanced Layer 3 switching in a compact 1U rack-mountable design, supporting 24x 25G SFP28 and 4x 100G high-speed ports for top-tier data throughput. Tailored for digital-ready enterprise cores and aggregation layers, this managed switch supports 1.6 Tbps switching capacity and 1 Bpps forwarding rate, ideal for bandwidth-heavy, latency-sensitive applications. It supports 64K MAC addresses, 90K routes per protocol, and scale-optimized multicast and ACL configurations.

Integrated with Cisco IOS Universal and a 1-year DNA Essentials subscription, it enables automation, analytics, and policy enforcement. Compatibility with OSPF, BGP, VRRP, and other key protocols ensures robust routing, while 256-bit AES encryption and 802.1x authentication reinforce network security posture. Embedded Wireshark support, programmable interfaces (NETCONF/RESTCONF), and telemetry enhance operational visibility.

The device is equipped with hot-pluggable redundant power support, optional 1+1 redundancy, and offers a notable MTBF of 336,780 hours. Jumbo frame support, advanced QoS, IPv6 readiness, and class-leading standards compliance make it a durable, scalable solution for future-ready enterprise networks.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Layer 3 Managed Switch
Form Factor Rack-mountable 1U
Device Type Switch - 24 ports - L3 - managed - stackable
Weight 20.99 lbs
Power Requirements AC 120/230 V (50 - 60 Hz)
Power Redundancy Optional
Power Redundancy Scheme 1+1 (with optional power supply)
Power Provided 650 Watt
Power Device Internal power supply - hot-plug
MTBF 336,780 hours
Processor 1: 2.4 GHz
RAM 16 GB
Flash Memory 16 GB
Built-in Devices RFID tag

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Software Cisco DNA Essentials (1 year)
Software Included Cisco IOS Universal
Remote Management Protocols SNMP 1/2c/3, RMON 1/2, NETCONF, RESTCONF

Physical & Environmental

Dimensions (W x D x H) 17.5 in x 18 in x 1.7 in
Min Operating Temperature 32 °F
Max Operating Temperature 104 °F
Humidity Range Operating 5 - 90% (non-condensing)
Min Storage Temperature -4 °F
Max Storage Temperature 149 °F
Humidity Range Storage 5 - 95% (non-condensing)

Interfaces

Total Ports 24 x 25 Gigabit SFP28 + 4 x 100 Gigabit Ethernet
SFP28 Ports 24
100G QSFP28 Ports 4
USB 3.0 Ports 2
Supported Interface Type 25 Gigabit Ethernet
Data Transfer Rate Switching capacity: 1.6 Tbps (full duplex)
Forwarding Rate 1 Bpps
Jumbo Frame Support 9198 bytes
MAC Address Table Size 64K entries

Advanced Security Features

Encryption Algorithm 256-bit AES
Authentication 802.1x authentication
Secure Boot Yes
Content Inspection Tools Integrated Wireshark
Segmentation Private VLAN, VRF
Network Access Control FHS (First Hop Security)

Compliance & Origin

Compliant Standards IEEE 802.3, 802.1x, 802.3ad, 802.3ae, VCCI, FCC Part 15 Class A, RoHS, UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1
Certifications EN55024, EN 61000-4-x, CISPR 22/24 Class A, BSMI, ICES-003, CAN/CSA-C22.2
Country of Origin CHINA / MEXICO / THAILAND
TAA Compliance Yes