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C9500-16X-E
CATALYST 9500 16PORT 10GIG SWITCH NTWK ESSEN
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C9500-16X-E Overview
C9500-16X-E is a high-performance rack‐mount switch built on a modern fixed core architecture that delivers enterprise‑grade scalability and reliability. Designed for demanding campus and branch deployments, it offers versatile power options and supports redundant power supply configurations, ensuring continuous operation even under critical conditions.
C9500-16X-E features 16 high‐speed 10G ports that combine scalability and stacking capabilities with robust Layer 2 and Layer 3 performance. Its architecture is optimized for fast packet forwarding and flexible connectivity, making it ideal for network aggregation, data center interconnect, and mission‑critical applications.
C9500-16X-E price is $3,871.00, a 79.4% saving from the Cisco list price of $18,769.00. C9500-16X-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9500-16X-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 370 W
- 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-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- N/A
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- N/A
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 480 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9500-16X-E
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.52 inches
- Depth
- 12.36 inches
- Weight
- 23 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
 C9500-16X-E |  C9500-48Y4C-E |  C9500-48X-E |  C9500-24Q-E |  C9500-40X-2Q-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 12.36 inches | 18.5 inches | 18.6 in | 18.9 inches | 19.7 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000 | 10G/25G |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.73 in | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Lite | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10G/25G |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9500-16X-E | C9500-48Y4C-E | C9500-48X-E | C9500-24Q-E | C9500-40X-2Q-A |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Combo | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 16 Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 24 Ports | 40 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | N/A | N/A | 48 fixed 10G SFP+ ports | 24 x 40Gb QSFP+ ports; 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 40 fixed 10G/25G SFP+ ports, 2 fixed 40G QSFP-DD uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 370 W | 370 W | 500W | 630 W | 350 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9500-16X-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-48Y4C-E Fixed-Configuration Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9500-48X-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Q-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-2Q-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 | N/A | 4 SFP Ports | 48 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 40 10G/25G SFP+ Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 6400 Gbps | 9600 Gbps | 2.88 Tbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 10G | 10G | 40G |
| Weight | 23 lbs | 22 lbs | 38 lbs | 25.6 lbs | 34 lbs |
| Width | 17.52 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.4 in | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Rhodes
4
Consistent performance with minimal tuning.
T
Thomas Grant
4
Easy to integrate into existing networks.
R
Ryan Coleman
4
Good Essentials option for 10G needs.
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Zachary Mills
5
Stable and predictable behavior.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-Port 10Gig Switch (C9500-16X-E)?
The C9500-16X-E is a high-performance, stackable enterprise switch offering 16 fixed 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports with the Network Essentials software license.
What are the key features of the C9500-16X-E?
It provides line-rate 10 Gbps connectivity, advanced hardware-based security, programmable automation with Cisco DNA, and modular stacking up to 9 units.
What performance metrics does the C9500-16X-E deliver?
It delivers up to 320 Gbps of switching capacity and 238 Mpps forwarding rate for low-latency, high-throughput environments.
Which software license is included with the C9500-16X-E?
The switch ships with the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Network Essentials license, providing core Layer 2 and Layer 3 features.
Can I upgrade the Network Essentials license to Network Advantage?
Yes, you can perform a software upgrade to the Network Advantage license to enable advanced routing, segment routing, and enhanced security features.
How many and what type of ports does the C9500-16X-E have?
It includes 16 fixed 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports and two modular uplink slots for flexible connectivity expansion.
What stacking options are supported on the C9500-16X-E?
The switch supports Cisco StackWise™-480 technology, allowing up to nine switches to operate as a single logical device with 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth.
Does the C9500-16X-E support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No, this model does not support PoE; it is optimized for pure data center and campus aggregation deployments.
What are the power and environmental specifications for the C9500-16X-E?
It consumes up to 150 W, operates in 0–40 °C ambient temperature, and meets NEBS Level 3 and ETSI standards for professional installations.
Which uplink modules are compatible with the C9500-16X-E?
Compatible uplinks include the C9K-XFP-10G, C9K-SFP-1G, and C9K-C3G-1G modules for 1/10/25 Gbps connectivity.
What redundancy features does the C9500-16X-E offer?
It supports dual redundant field-replaceable power supplies, hot-swappable fans, and nonstop forwarding with stateful switchover (NSF/SSO).
How is the C9500-16X-E managed?
You can manage it via Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, or CLI/GUI using HTTPS, SSH, SNMP, and NETCONF for automation.
What security features are supported on the C9500-16X-E?
It includes MACsec encryption, TrustSec for scalable identity-based access, control plane policing, and Cisco IOx for inline threat inspection.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty, one-year SMARTnet service, and options for 24×7 support, next-business-day replacement, and advanced hardware replacement.
What typical use cases does the C9500-16X-E address?
It is ideal for campus aggregation, data center top-of-rack, high-performance routing, and secure enterprise distribution layers.
How scalable is the C9500-16X-E for future growth?
With StackWise-480 and modular uplink slots, it supports incremental expansion up to 144 ports and multi-terabit uplinks without forklift upgrades.