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Catalyst 9500 40-port 10Gig switch, Network Essentials
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C9500-40X-E Overview
C9500-40X-E is a high-performance enterprise switch built on a resilient architecture designed to serve as the core of modern campus networks. It offers a versatile power design with options for both AC and redundant power supplies, and it provides 40 high-speed 10G SFP+ downlink ports that support fiber connectivity, ensuring low-latency data transfer and robust reliability. Its design includes stacking capabilities that allow for simplified management and scalability, making it an ideal choice for environments requiring consistent uptime and high throughput.
C9500-40X-E delivers exceptional performance by combining advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing functionalities with an optimized switching fabric that supports high bandwidth applications. With a 1 RU rack-mount form factor and industry-leading features for scalability, this switch is particularly well suited for enterprise core deployments, data center aggregation, and high-demand campus networks where performance and operational efficiency are paramount.
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C9500-40X-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Brand
- Cisco
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 2 / Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- 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-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 1280 Gbps
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-E
- Height
- 1.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 12.5 inches
- Weight
- 17.8 lbs
C9500-40X-E Use Case
Enterprise Campus Core Aggregation with C9500-40X-E Catalyst 9500 40-Port 10Gig Switch, Network Essentials
Scenario: A large university campus with 20,000+ devices requires high-density 10Gbps uplinks, seamless mobility, and robust security segmentation between academic, administrative, and guest networks. The C9500-40X-E Catalyst 9500 40-Port 10Gig switch, Network Essentials acts as the resilient campus core, consolidating access-layer switches and enforcing role-based access control. Benefit: Delivers wire-rate performance, simplifies VLAN segmentation, and achieves carrier-class availability (99.999% uptime) while reducing operational complexity.
Data Center Top-of-Rack Aggregation for Virtualized Workloads
Scenario: A mid-sized enterprise data center running 200+ virtual machines per rack needs scalable 10Gbps connectivity for compute clusters and storage arrays. Deploying the C9500-40X-E Catalyst 9500 40-Port 10Gig switch, Network Essentials as a top-of-rack aggregator provides low-latency switching, hardware-based VXLAN termination, and streamlined management via Cisco DNA Center. Benefit: Achieves consistent sub-microsecond latency, simplified network provisioning, and non-disruptive scaling to support bursting virtual workloads and east-west traffic east-west traffic demands.
Secure SD-WAN Branch Edge for Multi-Site Retail Deployments
Scenario: A national retail chain operates 500 branch locations requiring reliable, high-bandwidth connectivity to cloud services, POS systems, and headquarters. The C9500-40X-E Catalyst 9500 40-Port 10Gig switch, Network Essentials deployed at each regional hub terminates IPsec tunnels, implements QoS for VoIP and video, and aggregates multiple internet links. Benefit: Delivers end-to-end encryption, dynamic path selection, and 10Gbps headroom for peak shopping events, ensuring consistent application performance and centralized policy enforcement.
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Product Comparison Table 
| C9500-40X-E |  C9500-24Y4C-A |  C9500-40X-2Q-E |  C9500-24Q-A |  C9500-12Q-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 25 Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000 | 10GBase-T | 10/100/1000 |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-Mount 1U | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9500-40X-E | C9500-24Y4C-A | C9500-40X-2Q-E | C9500-24Q-A | C9500-12Q-A |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber | Combo | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 16 GB DRAM / 16 GB Flash | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC and DC Redundant | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply |
| Product Type | Switch | Network Switch | Switch | Switch | Switch |
| Rack Units | 1 RU | 1U | 1 RU | 1 RU | 1 RU |
| Switching Capacity | 1280 Gbps | 2.0 Tbps | 6400 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 1440 Gbps |
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Reviews & Ratings
N
Nathan Cole
5
Essentials licensing covers most needs.
R
Ryan Perez
5
Reliable 10G aggregation switch.
M
Mark Fisher
4
Consistent throughput.
K
Kevin Brown
5
Easy to manage.
J
Jason Long
5
Stable and dependable.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9500 40‐port 10Gig switch (C9500-40X-E)?
The C9500-40X-E is a fixed 1RU enterprise‐grade switch offering 40 SFP+ 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports with Cisco IOS XE and a Network Essentials license.
How many 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports does the C9500-40X-E provide?
The C9500-40X-E provides forty fixed SFP+ ports, each supporting 1/10 Gigabit connections for high-speed server and storage uplinks.
What is the switching capacity and forwarding rate of the C9500-40X-E?
It delivers up to 880 Gbps of non-blocking switching capacity and a forwarding rate of 132 Mpps, ensuring wire-speed performance under full load.
Which software license ships with the C9500-40X-E?
The switch includes the Cisco Network Essentials license, providing core Layer 2/3 features, IPv4/IPv6 routing, QoS, and basic security.
Can I upgrade the C9500-40X-E to the Network Advantage license?
Yes. You can upgrade to Network Advantage via a software‐based license key to unlock advanced features such as MPLS, EVPN, BGP EVPN, and extensive multicast.
Does the C9500-40X-E support stacking?
Yes. It supports Cisco StackWise-480, enabling up to 480 Gbps of stack bandwidth across up to eight switches for unified management and redundancy.
What power supply options are available for the C9500-40X-E?
You can install a single or redundant AC or DC power supply (RPS or PWR modules), offering N+1 high availability and hot-swap capability.
What is the typical power consumption of the C9500-40X-E?
Typical power draw is 180 W, with a maximum of 285 W under full load, making it energy-efficient for large campus or data center deployments.
Which operating system runs on the C9500-40X-E?
It runs Cisco IOS XE, a modular OS providing in-service software upgrades (ISSU), programmable APIs, and advanced telemetry.
At which network layer does the C9500-40X-E operate?
It operates primarily at Layer 3, supporting full IPv4/IPv6 routing, dynamic protocols, and policy-based forwarding for campus and data center core.
What security features does the C9500-40X-E offer?
Built-in features include 802.1X access control, MACsec encryption, DHCP snooping, IP source guard, Cisco TrustSec, and control-plane policing.
How can I manage and monitor the C9500-40X-E?
Manage via CLI, SNMP, RESTCONF/NETCONF APIs, Cisco DNA Center, or Cisco Prime Infrastructure for policy automation, assurance, and analytics.
What warranty and support options are available?
The C9500-40X-E is backed by a limited lifetime hardware warranty and offers Cisco SMARTnet service for 24/7 technical support and next-business-day replacement.
What are the primary use cases for the C9500-40X-E?
Ideal as a campus distribution/core switch or data center leaf, supporting high-density 10 Gigabit aggregation, virtualization, and SD-Access architectures.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the C9500-40X-E?
It occupies 1 RU (17.5”/44.5 cm depth) in a rack and weighs approximately 20 lb (9 kg), fitting standard 19-inch rack environments.
Does the C9500-40X-E support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No. The C9500-40X-E is a dedicated 10 Gigabit SFP+ switch and does not provide PoE/PoE+ capabilities.