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C9500-40X-2Q-A
Catalyst 9500 40 x 10G, 2 x 40G Bundle, Network Advantage
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C9500-40X-2Q-A Overview
C9500-40X-2Q-A is a high-performance, fixed-configuration enterprise switch built on the robust Cisco IOS XE architecture. Designed with dual power options to ensure maximum uptime, it delivers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities along with secure, reliable operations for critical data center and campus core applications.
This model features a comprehensive port layout comprising 40 fixed 10G/25G SFP+ downlink ports and 2 fixed 40G QSFP-DD uplink ports, supporting diverse media types and high-speed connectivity. Its scalable design, efficient stacking (if configured in a virtual architecture), and superior switching capacity make it ideal for demanding network environments that require rapid data throughput and resilient performance.
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C9500-40X-2Q-A Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 350 W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 40 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10G/25G
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9500-40X-2Q-A
- Uplink Configuration
- 40G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 40 10G/25G SFP+ Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10G/25G
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 40 fixed 10G/25G SFP+ ports, 2 fixed 40G QSFP-DD uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 2.88 Tbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-2Q-A
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 19.7 inches
- Weight
- 34 lbs
C9500-40X-2Q-A Use Case
Global Campus Core Upgrade for Unified Digital Services
In a multinational enterprise supporting 50,000 employees across 100 sites, deploying the C9500-40X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500 40×10G, 2×40G Bundle, Network Advantage as the campus core consolidates wired and wireless traffic, enables 10G multigigabit access, and provides 40G uplinks to the WAN. Integrated automation, advanced segmentation, and embedded telemetry drive operational efficiency and security. Outcome: 30% higher throughput, sub-1 ms latency, and 99.99% network availability.
Data Center Spine for Low-Latency East-West Traffic
A service provider data center hosting virtualization clusters and microservices implements the C9500-40X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500 40×10G, 2×40G Bundle, Network Advantage as its spine switch to aggregate 40 server racks on 10G ports and dual 40G uplinks to the fabric. Advanced QoS, hardware-based VXLAN routing, and lossless buffering optimize east-west flows. Outcome: 50% reduction in application latency and seamless scaling to support 10,000+ VMs.
Hybrid Cloud Interconnect for Secure Multicloud Deployments
A financial services firm replicates mission-critical data between on-premise and AWS environments by deploying the C9500-40X-2Q-A Catalyst 9500 40×10G, 2×40G Bundle, Network Advantage at the network edge. The solution provides encrypted VXLAN tunnels, dynamic path selection, policy-based automation, and real-time telemetry to enforce compliance. Outcome: 4× faster RPO, consistent security policies across clouds, and 24/7 end-to-end visibility.
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Product Comparison Table 
 C9500-40X-2Q-A |  C9500-48Y4C |  C9500-40X-A |  C9500-32QC-A |  C9500-40X-2Q-E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 19.7 inches | 18 inches | 18.5 inches | N/A | 18.9 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10G/25G | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 10/100/1000 |
| 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10G/25G | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 10/100/1000 |
| 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 | C9500-40X-2Q-A | C9500-48Y4C | C9500-40X-A | C9500-32QC-A | C9500-40X-2Q-E |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 40 Ports | 48 Ports | 40 Ports | 32 Ports | 40 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | 24–48 Ports | N/A | 24–48 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 40 fixed 10G/25G SFP+ ports, 2 fixed 40G QSFP-DD uplink ports | 48 fixed Ethernet ports, 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 40x 10G SFP+ downlink ports and 4x 40G QSFP+ uplink ports | 32 x 40G QSFP+ ports | 40 fixed 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 40-Gigabit QSFP uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | 350 W | 430 W | N/A | N/A | 525W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-2Q-A | Cisco Catalyst 9500-48Y4C Fixed-Core/Edge Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-A | Cisco Catalyst 9500-32QC-A | Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-2Q-E |
| 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 | 40 10G/25G SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports | N/A | N/A | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 2.88 Tbps | 1440 Gbps | 1120 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 6400 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | 2240 Gbps | N/A | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 10G | 40G | 40G | 40G |
| Weight | 34 lbs | 35 lbs | 29 lbs | N/A | 16.5 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
A
Aaron Stone
5
Strong throughput and stability.
J
Justin Walker
5
Advanced features work well.
B
Brian Kelly
5
Handles traffic spikes easily.
E
Eric Wilson
5
Solid enterprise choice.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco Catalyst 9500 40 x 10G, 2 x 40G Bundle (SKU: C9500-40X-2Q-A)?
It is a high-performance fixed-core switch offering 40 10G ports, two 40G uplinks, Cisco IOS XE, and Network Advantage licensing for enterprise networks.
What are the key features of Catalyst 9500 40 x 10G, 2 x 40G Bundle?
Key features include high-density 10G connectivity, two built-in 40G QSFP+ uplinks, Cisco IOS XE, Network Advantage license, advanced security, and programmable automation.
What is the switching capacity and performance of this bundle?
It delivers up to 1.28 Tbps of switching capacity and up to 960 Mpps of forwarding performance for line-rate traffic on all ports.
Which uplink options does the Catalyst 9500 40x10G, 2x40G support?
It supports two built-in 40G QSFP+ ports that can be used for high-speed uplinks or stacking interconnects.
What are common use cases for this switch bundle?
Customers deploy it as a campus distribution, core switch, or data center leaf to enable scalable, secure, high-performance enterprise networks.
Does the switch support stacking?
Yes, it supports Cisco StackWise Virtual, enabling up to eight switches to be stacked with 160 Gbps bidirectional bandwidth.
What software and licensing are included in the bundle?
The bundle includes Cisco IOS XE Software with the Network Advantage license for advanced Layer 3 routing, multicast, and segmentation.
What advanced security features does this product offer?
It offers integrated security including MACsec encryption, Encrypted Traffic Analytics, TrustSec, secure segmentation, and programmable enforcement.
What warranty and support are provided by Cisco?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime hardware warranty, 90 days of software updates, and next-business-day hardware replacement service.
What power supply options are available for this switch?
It supports dual redundant internal power supplies with AC and DC options for high availability and power resilience.
How energy efficient is the Catalyst 9500 40 x 10G, 2 x 40G Bundle?
It complies with Energy Efficient Ethernet (IEEE 802.3az) and features Cisco Energy Management for optimized power consumption.
Which SFP+ transceivers are compatible with this switch?
It is compatible with Cisco SFP-10G-SR, SFP-10G-LR, SFP-10G-ZX, and various third-party certified SFP+ transceivers.
What performance can I expect on the 10G ports?
You get line-rate switching on all 40 10G ports with hardware-based forwarding for ultra-low latency.
How is the switch configured and managed?
Configuration and management are simplified via Cisco DNA Center, CLI, REST APIs, Cisco SD-Access, SNMP, NetFlow, and streaming telemetry.
What network management tools are supported?
It supports Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure, SD-Access, SSH/CLI, SNMP, NetFlow, and real-time streaming telemetry.
How can I purchase the Cisco Catalyst 9500 40 x 10G, 2 x 40G Bundle?
Contact a Cisco authorized partner or use Cisco Commerce Workspace quoting SKU C9500-40X-2Q-A for pricing, availability, and ordering.