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C8500-12X4QC
Cisco Catalyst 8500, 12-port 1/10GE, 2-port 40/100GE, 2-port...
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C8500-12X4QC is an enterprise edge router built on a modular architecture designed to meet demanding performance and reliability requirements in modern network infrastructures. Engineered with redundant power options and a mix of WAN and LAN interfaces—including 12 high-speed QSFP ports and 4 dedicated copper LAN ports—the device integrates essential services such as voice and WAN optimization, ensuring secure and efficient data transmission for mission-critical applications.
C8500-12X4QC features scalable modular capabilities that facilitate flexible expansion and seamless integration of VPN features like IPSec and SSL VPN. With industry-leading throughput and built-in high availability, the router delivers robust redundancy and consistent performance, making it an ideal choice for enterprise environments needing secure, reliable connectivity and advanced network services.
C8500-12X4QC price for new stock is $38,377.50, a 75.7% saving from the Cisco list price of $157,766.00. C8500-12X4QC refurb price is $29,541.75. C8500-12X4QC is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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| C8500-12X4QC |  C8500-12X | |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Modular | Fixed |
| Compliance Standards | RoHS, FCC, CE | Safety: UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, EN 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, AS/NZS 60950-1, GB4943 / EMC: 47 CFR Part 15 Class A, ICES 003 Class A, CISPR 32 Class A, EN55032 Class A, VCCI Class A, KN32 Class A / Telecom: EN300 386 |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 20.0 inches | 18.46 in. |
| Ethernet Technology | 10G | Gigabit Ethernet / 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 2.0 inches | 1.73 in. |
| High Availability Support | Supported | High Availability Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice / WAN Optimization | Security |
| Power | 350 Watt | 750W AC or 950W DC; redundant hot-swappable power supplies |
| Power Source | Redundant AC Power Supply | AC or DC |
| Product Name | Cisco C8500-12X4QC Enterprise Edge Router | Cisco C8500-12X Edge Platform |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router / SD-WAN Router / VPN Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | CBWFQ; WRED; Hierarchical QoS; PBR; NBAR; per-tunnel QoS |
| Remote Management | Telnet, SSH, SNMP | CLI / SNMP / NETCONF / Controller |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | BGP / EIGRP / IS-IS / OSPF / RIP / LISP / Static Routing |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise / Data Center / Service Provider |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN | IPsec / GRE |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Multi-WAN |
| WAN Ports | Modular WAN | 12 x 1/10GE SFP+ |
| Weight | 40 lbs | 20.2384 lbs. |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.50 in. |
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Reviewed on the 12 May 2025
Ultimate WAN edge platform. 100GE ports provide unmatched bandwidth for data center interconnects.
Reviewed on the 22 June 2020
Powerful and scalable. Handles massive encryption without any latency penalty. Truly enterprise-grade features.
Reviewed on the 23 February 2026
Exceptional engineering. The port density and mix are perfect for a complex core.
Reviewed on the 24 January 2024
Superior throughput. The most powerful router in our fleet. Handles peak loads effortlessly. Outstanding.
Reviewed on the 10 December 2021
Tough and high-performing. Built for the most demanding WAN environments. Reliability and speed are world-class.
Reviewed on the 3 July 2018
Dependable high-speed routing. Redefined our capacity limits. Performance has been rock solid since deployment.
Reviewed on the 6 July 2025
Professional excellence. Provides the security and speed our global network requires. Top-tier solution.
Reviewed on the 30 August 2021
Advanced routing at its best. Throughput and features are perfect for modern high-bandwidth architectures.
The Cisco Catalyst 8500-12X4QC is a fixed-configuration WAN edge router offering integrated SD-WAN, advanced security, and high-performance routing in a compact form factor.
It provides twelve 1/10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports, two 40/100-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP28 ports, and two 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports for flexible connectivity.
The device delivers up to 200 Gbps of aggregate throughput and supports 20 Mpps of packet forwarding performance for demanding enterprise workloads.
Key features include native SD-WAN, segment routing, integrated Zone-Based Firewall, Flexible NetFlow, advanced QoS, and zero-touch provisioning.
The Catalyst 8500-12X4QC requires Cisco DNA Advantage or Cisco DNA Premier licenses to enable SD-WAN orchestration, advanced security, and analytics.
It is ideal for multi-service branch offices, campus aggregation, data center border routing, and high-performance WAN edge deployments.
High availability is provided through redundant power supplies, hot-swappable fans, VRRP, and dual-image software support for seamless failover.
The router supports a single AC power supply or optional dual AC power supplies with up to 960 W total capacity for redundancy.
Management options include Cisco IOS XE CLI, Cisco DNA Center, Cisco vManage, and RESTful APIs for centralized provisioning and automation.
Integrated security includes Zone-Based Firewall, Secure Boot, MACsec encryption, TrustSec segmentation, and Encrypted Traffic Analytics.
It scales to 100,000 routes, 16,000 IPsec tunnels, 1,000 VRFs, and supports modular feature upgrades via Cisco IOS XE software.
Compared to ASR 1000, it offers higher port density, integrated SD-WAN features, a smaller footprint, and comparable performance for WAN edge use cases.
It delivers up to 200 Gbps of sustained throughput and up to 20 Mpps of forwarding performance under full feature load.
Compatible optics include Cisco SFP-10G, SFP-10G-LR, QSFP-100G, QSFP-100G-LR4, plus DAC and AOC cables supported on SFP+ and QSFP ports.
Yes, it natively supports Cisco SD-WAN data plane, BGP segment routing, EVPN, MPLS, and policy-based forwarding for advanced WAN architectures.
It operates at 0° to 40° C, 5%–85% non-condensing humidity, and complies with NEBS, ETSI, and RoHS standards for reliability.
Detailed data sheets, configuration guides, release notes, and software downloads are available on Cisco’s official website and the Cisco Support Community.
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