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Cisco C9500-24X-E Catalyst 9500 16-Port 10 Gigabit Switch, 8...
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C9500-24X-E combines sixteen fixed 1/10G SFP/SFP+ interfaces with the included C9500-NM-8X, whose eight additional 1/10G ports bring the supplied configuration to twenty-four fiber connections. This managed Layer 3 switch uses Network Essentials and occupies a single rack unit for enterprise campus core and aggregation installations. The Catalyst 9500 serves switch-to-switch connectivity rather than powered endpoint access: its interfaces carry data without PoE output. The discontinued C9500-16X-2Q-E instead pairs the same fixed interface count with C9500-NM-2Q and two 40G ports. Both configurations belong to the Catalyst 9000 family, but their included network modules establish different connection requirements for the equipment attached upstream.
C9500-24X-E price for new stock is $11,228.70, a 40.2% saving from the Cisco list price of $18,769.00. C9500-24X-E refurb price is $10,924.19. C9500-24X-E is in stock and available for free next-day delivery. (terms applied)
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480 Gbps switching capacity defines the maximum switching bandwidth, while 360 Mpps forwarding performance provides the packet-rate ceiling for traffic planning. C9500-24X-E uses UADP 2.0 forwarding silicon and carries 16 GB of DRAM for system operation; separate 16 GB flash storage holds software images and local files. A 64,000-entry MAC address ceiling supports Layer 2 forwarding, with resource allocation dependent on the selected hardware template. Cisco IOS XE provides CLI administration and an embedded WebUI, while NETCONF, RESTCONF, and gNMI expose model-driven configuration paths for external automation. SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, and SNMPv3 provide network-management integration. The included PWR-C4-950WAC-R occupies the primary power bay; the second bay accepts another PWR-C4-950WAC-R when supply redundancy is required. Five FAN-T4-R fans move air from front to back, making airflow direction part of rack planning. Native 25G and 100G interfaces are absent, so those connection speeds cannot be enabled by changing the software license.
ORM Systems supplies C9500-24X-E new sealed or certified refurbished; refurbished units are inspected and bench-tested for rated-speed port links and optics bay and module bay recognition, with firmware verified and configurations wiped to factory default. Specify condition and accessories on the PO; ORM provides up to a 3-year extended warranty on new units, up to 1 year on certified refurbished units, and 30-day returns on every condition, terms apply. Cisco's separate Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty is subject to eligibility and ends no later than April 30, 2031. Enterprise and volume orders support PO acceptance, government Net-30, and RMA with advance replacement, with regional stock and RMA in the UK, EU, US, and MEA.
| Key Specs | Key Spec Values |
|---|---|
Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
License Tier | Network Essentials |
Port Configuration | 16 x 10G SFP+ / 8 x 10G C9500-NM-8X |
Cooling | 5 FAN-T4-R fans |
Lifecycle Status | End of sale April 30, 2026 |
Replacement PID | C9500-24Y4C-E |
When a lab must reproduce larger Ethernet frames before a maintenance window, the switch supports 9,198-byte jumbo frames. That capability gives the staging checklist a concrete frame-size limit rather than a generic jumbo-frame requirement. Specify the intended frame size and matching software configuration before the PO.
When sites use four-point rack support rather than front brackets alone, C9500-4PT-KIT= provides compatible extension rails and brackets. The mounting choice changes the accessory list even when the switch configuration stays the same. Include C9500-4PT-KIT= explicitly and confirm the rack installation requirements before issuing the PO.
When purchasing a spare for an installed estate, Cisco IOS XE 17.18 is the final supported release train for this hardware. Matching a spare therefore involves the intended software baseline as well as physical compatibility. Specify the required release and license entitlement before committing the replacement unit to the PO.
Native 25G or 100G connectivity
C9500-24X-E has no native 25G or 100G ports. C9500-24Y4C-E provides 24 native 1/10/25G ports and four 40/100G uplinks, using a different fixed-port architecture.
Power delivery to connected endpoints
C9500-24X-E provides no PoE output; its fiber interfaces cannot power phones, access points, or cameras. Connected endpoints therefore require power independently of this switch.
Fixed copper access interfaces
C9500-24X-E has no fixed RJ-45 access interfaces. Its management connection does not replace copper data ports, so direct copper endpoint connections require different access hardware.
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| C9500-24X-E |  C9500-32C-A |  C9500-40X-2Q-E |  C9500-32QC-A |  C9500-48X-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 546.6 mm | 538.5 mm | 546.61 mm | 457.2 mm | 546.6 mm |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 100 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 100 Gigabit Ethernet | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Form Factor | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-Mount 1U |
| Height | 43.9 mm | 43.9 mm | 43.94 mm | 43.9 mm | 43.9 mm |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9500-24X-E | C9500-32C-A | C9500-40X-2Q-E | C9500-32QC-A | C9500-48X-A |
| Memory | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 6400 Gbps | 960 Gbps | 3200 Gbps | 960 Gbps |
| Weight | 10.7 kg | 11.63 kg | 11.68 kg | 9.91 kg | 11.68 kg |
| Width | 444.5 mm | 444.5 mm | 444.5 mm | 444.5 mm | 444.5 mm |
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C9500-24X-E identifies a Catalyst 9500 configuration with sixteen fixed 10G ports, an eight-port 10G network module, and Network Essentials. C9500 names the series; 24X denotes the bundled 24-port 10G configuration rather than twenty-four fixed chassis ports; -E identifies Network Essentials. The included module is C9500-NM-8X.
C9500-24X-E supports CLI administration, an embedded WebUI, SNMP, and model-driven management through NETCONF, RESTCONF, and gNMI. Local out-of-band access uses RJ-45 or USB-mini Type B connections. Cisco Catalyst Center and Meraki cloud monitoring provide additional operational options, with software release and subscription entitlements governing centralized capabilities.
C9500-24X-E includes C9500-NM-8X with eight 1/10G SFP/SFP+ uplink ports, alongside sixteen fixed 1/10G interfaces. C9500-NM-2Q is the alternative module providing two 40G QSFP+ ports instead of the eight-port module. Specify compatible optics separately, matching the installed module, intended link speed, and supported software release.
C9500-24X-E combines perpetual Network Essentials with Cisco DNA Essentials or Advantage, Cisco Catalyst Essentials or Advantage, or unified Cisco Switching Essentials or Advantage subscriptions. DNA and Catalyst terms start at three years; unified switching starts at 36 months. Match the entitlement tier and Smart Account; perpetual base capabilities remain after add-on expiration.
No, C9500-24X-E ships with one PWR-C4-950WAC-R and leaves the second power bay empty by default. A second PWR-C4-950WAC-R enables supply redundancy. Single-supply operation uses bay 1; buyers requiring redundancy must specify the additional PWR-C4-950WAC-R rather than assuming two are included.
C9500-24X-E supports 480 Gbps switching capacity and 360 Mpps forwarding performance. UADP 2.0 handles forwarding, while 16 GB of DRAM and 16 GB of flash support system operation and image storage. The MAC address ceiling is 64,000 entries, with forwarding-table allocations dependent on the selected hardware template.
The Catalyst 9500 24-port bundle fits a standard rack as a 1U chassis measuring 43.9 mm high, 444.5 mm wide, and 546.6 mm deep. Standard rack brackets accompany the hardware. Four-point mounting uses C9500-4PT-KIT=, which must be included separately when that mounting arrangement is required.
C9500-24X-E reached end of sale on April 30, 2026, with last support scheduled for April 30, 2031, subject to entitlement. Software maintenance ends April 30, 2027. C9500-24Y4C is the migration destination, available in the Network Essentials ordering form C9500-24Y4C-E for buyers specifying that tier.
C9500-24X-E is the Network Essentials form of the C9500-24X replacement for discontinued WS-C4500X-24X-ES and WS-C4500X-24X-IPB. Both older switches reached end of sale on October 30, 2020. New migration purchases must also account for this bundle's own discontinuance and the current C9500-24Y4C-E migration option.
C9500-24X-A includes Network Advantage, while C9500-24X-E includes Network Essentials; their fixed interfaces and bundled C9500-NM-8X are the same. Network Advantage adds advanced routing, segmentation, multicast, scale, and security capabilities. Both models are discontinued: Essentials serves foundational switching requirements, while Advantage addresses those additional licensed functions.
C9500-24X-E includes eight 10G expansion ports on C9500-NM-8X, while C9500-16X-2Q-E includes two 40G ports on C9500-NM-2Q. Both retain sixteen fixed 1/10G interfaces and Network Essentials. Both are discontinued; the first suits existing eight-link 10G configurations, while the second matches installations already standardized on 40G uplinks.
C9500-24Y4C-E supports native 25G connections, whereas C9500-24X-E is limited to native 1/10G interfaces. The successor retains Network Essentials in its -E ordering form and is the current migration option for the discontinued bundle. Retain the older configuration for matching existing 10G spares; choose the successor when connected equipment requires 25G.
ORM Systems offers C9500-24X-E new sealed with up to a 3-year extended warranty, or certified refurbished with up to 1 year. Both conditions include 30-day returns, terms apply. Cisco's separate Enhanced Limited Lifetime Warranty requires eligibility and cannot extend beyond April 30, 2031; certified refurbishment does not itself establish Cisco warranty entitlement.
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