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C9500-16X-2Q-A
CATALYST 9500 16PORT 10G 2PORT 40G SWITCH
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C9500-16X-2Q-A Overview
C9500-16X-2Q-A is a high-performance enterprise-class switch designed with a robust, fixed architecture that delivers reliable Layer 3 routing and advanced network services. It features 16 high-speed 10G SFP+ ports for downlink connectivity along with 2 QSFP+ uplink ports that provide flexible 40G interconnections, making it ideal for demanding core and aggregation environments.
C9500-16X-2Q-A offers multiple power options including redundant power supplies to ensure continuous operation and exceptional performance. Although it does not support traditional stacking, its scalable design and high switching capacity enable seamless integration and future expansion for mission-critical campus, branch, and edge deployments.
C9500-16X-2Q-A price is $8,800.00, a 53.1% saving from the Cisco list price of $18,769.00. C9500-16X-2Q-A is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9500-16X-2Q-A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount / N/A
- Power Consumption
- 370 W / N/A
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 12–24 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 16 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9500-16X-2Q-A
- Uplink Configuration
- 40G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- Combo
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 16 fixed 10G SFP+ ports and 2 QSFP+ uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 1280 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9500-16X-2Q-A
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 11.8 inches
- Weight
- 29 lbs
C9500-16X-2Q-A Use Case
Enterprise Campus Core & Distribution with C9500-16X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500
Deploy the C9500-16X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500 16-Port 10G 2-Port 40G Switch as the core/distribution layer in a 10,000-user enterprise campus. Sixteen 10G ports aggregate access-layer switches while dual 40G uplinks connect to the data center fabric. The result is wire-speed routing, sub-microsecond latency, automated policy enforcement with Cisco DNA Center, and a 50% reduction in provisioning time—delivering scalable, resilient campus connectivity.
Hyperscale Data Center Leaf Node with C9500-16X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500
Integrate the C9500-16X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500 16-Port 10G 2-Port 40G Switch as leaf nodes in a spine-leaf topology to connect 16 server racks at 10G and provide dual 40G uplinks to spine switches. Its 1.28Tbps switching capacity, hardware-based VXLAN support, and low-latency forwarding accelerate east-west traffic, boost VM migration speeds by 30%, and ensure consistent microsegmentation at scale.
Secure Multisite Branch Aggregation with C9500-16X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500
Centralize connectivity for 12 regional branches using the C9500-16X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500 16-Port 10G 2-Port 40G Switch at a regional aggregation hub. Terminate encrypted IPsec tunnels on each 10G port and leverage integrated Cisco TrustSec and MACsec for end-to-end data protection. This architecture reduces WAN costs by 25%, simplifies policy management via Cisco ISE, and enhances compliance with built-in audit‐ready security controls.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9500-16X-2Q-A |  C9500-12Q-A |  C9500-24Y4C-E |  C9500-48Y4C-A |  C9500-32QC-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 11.8 inches | N/A | 14.3 inches | 18 inches | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount / N/A | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.75 inches | N/A | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9500-16X-2Q-A | C9500-12Q-A | C9500-24Y4C-E | C9500-48Y4C-A | C9500-32QC-A |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Fiber | Combo | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 16 Ports | N/A | N/A | 48 Ports | 32 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | N/A |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 16 fixed 10G SFP+ ports and 2 QSFP+ uplink ports | N/A | N/A | 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 32 x 40G QSFP+ ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W / N/A | 350 W | 365 W | N/A | N/A |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9500-16X-2Q-A | Cisco Catalyst 9500-12Q-A 12-Port 40G QSFP+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Y4C-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-48Y4C-A Fixed Core Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9500-32QC-A |
| Product Type | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Redundant Power Supply Supported | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| SFP Ports | Combo | N/A | N/A | 4 SFP Ports | N/A |
| Switching Capacity | 1280 Gbps | 1440 Gbps | 6400 Gbps | 6400 Gbps | 1280 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | N/A | 6400 Gbps | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 40G | 40G | 10G | 40G |
| Weight | 29 lbs | N/A | 30 lbs | 19 lbs | N/A |
| Width | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
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Patrick Vaughn
4
Strong performance under mixed workloads.
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Lucas Bennett
5
Great core and aggregation option.
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Eric Hanson
5
Network Advantage adds value.
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Brian Cho
5
Very dependable platform.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9500-16X-2Q-A switch?
The Cisco Catalyst 9500-16X-2Q-A is a high-performance enterprise core and distribution switch featuring 16 fixed 10G SFP+ ports and 2 fixed 40G QSFP+ ports, powered by Cisco IOS XE for advanced routing, security, and high availability.
How many ports and what types does the Catalyst 9500-16X-2Q-A provide?
It provides 16 fixed 10G SFP+ ports for server and access connectivity, plus 2 fixed 40G QSFP+ uplink ports that can be broken out into four 10G links each for flexible network designs.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate?
The switch delivers 880 Gbps of switching capacity and a forwarding rate of up to 654 Mpps, ensuring low latency and wire-speed performance for demanding enterprise traffic.
What uplink options are available on the C9500-16X-2Q-A?
It includes 2 QSFP+ 40G uplink ports, each supporting breakout to four 10G SFP+ links, allowing scalable interconnects with distribution and core layers.