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C9500-40X-2Q-E
CATALYST 9500 40X10G 2 X 40G BNDL NTWK LICS REQUIRED
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C9500-40X-2Q-E Overview
C9500-40X-2Q-E is a high-performance fixed-core switch built on a robust, scalable architecture designed for modern enterprise demands. It features dual power supply options with AC input and redundant capability, ensuring uninterrupted operation while providing 40 fixed 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports along with 2 dedicated 40-Gigabit QSFP uplink ports for superior throughput and connectivity.
Engineered with advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities and stacking options for seamless network integration, this switch delivers exceptional performance and reliability. It is ideally suited for campus core deployments, data center aggregation, and high-speed routing environments where scalability, efficient power management, and versatile port configurations are critical.
C9500-40X-2Q-E price is $16,273.00, a 57.9% saving from the Cisco list price of $38,653.00. C9500-40X-2Q-E is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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C9500-40X-2Q-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
- 525W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 40 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9500-40X-2Q-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 40G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 4 SFP Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 40 fixed 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 40-Gigabit QSFP uplink ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 6400 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-2Q-E
- Height
- 1.73 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 18.9 inches
- Weight
- 16.5 lbs
C9500-40X-2Q-E Use Case
High-Density Spine Switch in Leaf-Spine Data Center Fabric
In a multi-tenant cloud data center, IT architects deploy the Cisco Catalyst 9500 40X10G with 2 × 40G uplinks as spine switches in a leaf-spine topology. Leveraging wire-speed Layer 2/3 forwarding, VXLAN support and non-blocking fabric, it delivers scalable east-west traffic capacity and sub-millisecond latency. Benefit: Seamless VM mobility, simplified automation and 6-nines availability for high-performance virtualization environments.
Secure, Scalable Campus Core for Wi-Fi 6 and SD-Access
An enterprise campus integrates the Catalyst 9500 40X10G + 2 × 40G at its core to aggregate hundreds of Wi-Fi 6 access points under Cisco DNA Center. With built-in segmentation, advanced QoS and policy-based automation, the switch enforces user and device policies in real time. Benefit: 50% reduction in network downtime, consistent wireless performance and streamlined security compliance across multi-building campuses.
Edge Aggregation for Real-Time Industrial IoT and AI Analytics
A manufacturing facility uses the Catalyst 9500 40X10G and 2 × 40G uplinks at its edge aggregation layer to consolidate 100+ IoT sensors, PLCs and AI inference nodes. Integrated telemetry, micro-segmentation and secure tunneling ensure data integrity en route to central analytics platforms. Benefit: 30% faster anomaly detection, robust edge-to-cloud connectivity and reduced operational complexity for Industry 4.0 deployments.
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Product Comparison Table 
 C9500-40X-2Q-E |  C9500-16X-2Q-A |  C9500-32QC-A |  C9500-24Y4C-A |  C9500-12Q-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18.9 inches | 11.8 inches | N/A | 18.1 inches | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount / N/A | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | N/A |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | N/A | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9500-40X-2Q-E | C9500-16X-2Q-A | C9500-32QC-A | C9500-24Y4C-A | C9500-12Q-A |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 40 Ports | 16 Ports | 32 Ports | N/A | N/A |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | N/A | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports |
| POE Support | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE | Non POE |
| Port/Expansion Slot Details | 40 fixed 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 40-Gigabit QSFP uplink ports | 16 fixed 10G SFP+ ports and 2 QSFP+ uplink ports | 32 x 40G QSFP+ ports | 24 x 10G ports, 4 x 40G uplink ports | N/A |
| Power Consumption | 525W | 370 W / N/A | N/A | 350W | 350 W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-2Q-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-16X-2Q-A | Cisco Catalyst 9500-32QC-A | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Y4C-A | Cisco Catalyst 9500-12Q-A 12-Port 40G QSFP+ Switch |
| 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 | 4 SFP Ports | Combo | N/A | 4 SFP Ports | N/A |
| Switching Capacity | 6400 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 6400 Gbps | 1440 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | N/A | 480 Gbps | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 40G | 40G | 40G | 40G | 40G |
| Weight | 16.5 lbs | 29 lbs | N/A | 21 lbs | N/A |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
K
Kevin Matthews
5
Predictable performance.
J
Jason Price
5
Easy deployment.
M
Mark Benson
5
Stable under daily load.
R
Ryan Walsh
5
Good aggregation switch.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9500 40X10G 2 X 40G BNDL (SKU: C9500-40X-2Q-E)?
The C9500-40X-2Q-E is a high-performance enterprise core and campus aggregation switch featuring 40 fixed 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 fixed 40-Gigabit Ethernet uplink ports. A network license is required.
Which network license is required for the C9500-40X-2Q-E?
You must purchase a Cisco DNA Essentials, DNA Advantage, or DNA Premier software license to activate advanced security, automation, analytics, and programmability features.
What is the switching capacity and throughput of the C9500-40X-2Q-E?
The switch delivers 1.6 Tbps of switching capacity and up to 1.2 bpps forwarding rate for ultra-low latency and high-density environments.
How many ports and speeds are supported on the Catalyst 9500 40X10G 2 X 40G bundle?
It includes 40 fixed 10G SFP+ ports and 2 fixed 40G QSFP+ ports, supporting breakout to four 10G ports per 40G uplink if needed.
Can I stack multiple C9500-40X-2Q-E switches?
Yes. The Catalyst 9500 supports stackable virtual chassis with up to eight members, delivering up to 25 Tbps of fabric capacity.
What power supplies are compatible with the Catalyst 9500 40X10G 2 X 40G switch?
The switch supports dual-redundant AC or DC power modules (APC2 or DPC2 series) for high availability and N+1 redundancy.
Does the C9500-40X-2Q-E support advanced security features?
With a Cisco DNA Advantage or Premier license, it enables Trustworthy Solutions, Encrypted Traffic Analytics, Secure Group Tags, and microsegmentation.
What management and automation options does the Catalyst 9500 offer?
It supports Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Crosswork Optimization, and full programmability via NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, and Cisco IOS XE CLI.
What resiliency features are built into the Catalyst 9500 40X10G 2 X 40G switch?
It includes nonstop forwarding with stateful switchover (NSF/SSO), bidirectional forwarding detection (BFD), and hot-swappable power and fan modules.
Which software release is required for C9500-40X-2Q-E?
The switch ships with Cisco IOS XE 17.x and supports in-service software upgrades (ISSU) for non-disruptive upgrades.
What are the typical use cases for the Catalyst 9500-40X-2Q-E?
Ideal for enterprise campus core, distribution, and midsize data center top-of-rack deployments requiring high bandwidth and advanced services.
How do I configure the 2 X 40G uplinks on the C9500-40X-2Q-E?
Use the Cisco IOS XE interface configuration CLI; each QSFP+ port can be configured for 40G or split into four 10G SFP+ ports via breakout cables.
What environmental specifications apply to the Catalyst 9500 switch?
Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C; humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing; acoustic noise: 46 dBA typical at 25°C.
What warranties and support options are available for this bundle?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty, optional Smart Net Total Care, and Cisco Catalyst Service for 24x7 support and advance hardware replacement.
Can I upgrade from this bundle to higher-performance modules?
Yes. The Catalyst 9500 chassis allows field upgrades to modular uplinks (e.g., 100G QSFP28) and additional feature licenses without hardware replacement.
How does the C9500-40X-2Q-E compare to the C9500-48Y4C?
The C9500-40X-2Q-E provides 40×10G and 2×40G fixed ports, while the C9500-48Y4C offers 48×1/10G and 4×25/100G fixed ports for greater uplink flexibility.