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CATALYST 9500 48PORT 10G BNDL NTWK ESSENTIALS LICS REQUIRED
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C9500-48X-E Overview
C9500-48X-E is a high-performance enterprise switch built on a robust, modular architecture designed to support advanced Layer 3 services. It features dual/redundant AC power options and 48 fixed 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports that provide high-density connectivity, while offering stacking capabilities that enable simplified management and scalability in modern network infrastructures.
C9500-48X-E delivers exceptional switching performance with a high switching capacity suited for data center and campus core deployments. Its scalable design, combined with advanced routing and security features running on IOS XE (IP Services), makes it ideal for organizations requiring reliable, high-throughput connectivity and future-proof network growth.
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C9500-48X-E Specifications
- Product Type
- Switch
- Power Source
- Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply
- Layer Supported
- Layer 3
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Power Consumption
- 500W
- Number of Ethernet Ports
- 24–48 Ports
- Number of Downlink Ports
- 48 Ports
- Manageable
- Managed
- Ethernet Technology
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet
- Media Type Supported
- Fiber
- Redundant Power Supply Supported
- Yes
- Manufacturer Part Number
- C9500-48X-E
- Uplink Configuration
- 10G
- IOS
- IP Services
- POE Support
- Non POE
- SFP Ports
- 48 SFP+ Ports
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Rack Units
- 1 RU
- Interface Ports
- 10/100/1000
- Port/Expansion Slot Details
- 48 fixed 10G SFP+ ports
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Switching Capacity
- 6400 Gbps
- Switching Capacity with Stacking
- N/A
- Product Name
- Cisco Catalyst 9500-48X-E
- Height
- 1.73 in
- Width
- 17.4 in
- Depth
- 18.6 in
- Weight
- 38 lbs
C9500-48X-E Use Case
Enterprise Campus Backbone Aggregation with Catalyst 9500 48-Port 10G
A global manufacturing campus deployed the Cisco Catalyst 9500 (C9500-48X-E) as its distribution-layer backbone, leveraging 48 fixed 10G ports and the Network Essentials license to consolidate multiple switches. This real-world upgrade delivered a 40% reduction in latency for VoIP and video, centralized policy enforcement via Cisco DNA Center, and a scalable foundation for future 5G-IoT expansion.
Data Center Leaf Switch for Virtualized Financial Workloads
A financial services data center standardized on the Catalyst 9500 48-port 10G bundle (C9500-48X-E) in its leaf-spine topology to connect 48 VMware ESXi hosts. With the Network Essentials license enabling VXLAN EVPN segmentation and StackWise Virtual, the deployment achieved 60% higher east-west throughput, granular multi-tenant isolation, and zero-downtime software upgrades.
Secure Retail Branch Edge Aggregation
A national retail chain rolled out the C9500-48X-E switch at 500+ store locations to aggregate PoS, guest Wi-Fi and CCTV traffic over 10G uplinks. Using the Network Essentials license for ACL-based segmentation and QoS prioritization, each store realized a 30% faster checkout process, unified hardware management, and hardened network security at the edge.
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Product Comparison Table 
 C9500-48X-E |  C9500-48Y4C-E |  C9500-40X-2Q-E |  C9500-24X-E |  C9500-48X-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18.6 in | 18.5 inches | 18.9 inches | 12.8 inches | 18.25 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10 Gigabit Ethernet | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 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 in | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches | 1.75 inches | 1.75 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9500-48X-E | C9500-48Y4C-E | C9500-40X-2Q-E | C9500-24X-E | C9500-48X-A |
| Media Type Supported | Fiber | Combo | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | 48 Ports | 40 Ports | 24 Ports | 48 Ports |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 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 | 48 fixed 10G SFP+ ports | N/A | 40 fixed 10/25 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 40-Gigabit QSFP uplink ports | 24 fixed 10G SFP+ ports, 4 fixed 40G QSFP+ uplink ports | [48 x 10G SFP+ ports] |
| Power Consumption | 500W | 370 W | 525W | 350 W | 430 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 / N/A |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9500-48X-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-48Y4C-E Fixed-Configuration Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9500-40X-2Q-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24X-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-48X-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 | 48 SFP+ Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports | 24 SFP Ports | Combo |
| Switching Capacity | 6400 Gbps | 1280 Gbps | 6400 Gbps | 480 Gbps | 3600 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 10G | 40G | 40G | 10G |
| Weight | 38 lbs | 22 lbs | 16.5 lbs | 20 lbs | 35 lbs |
| Width | 17.4 in | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
M
Mark Liu
4
Good value for high-density 10G.
K
Kevin Turner
4
Smooth deployment.
B
Brian Lewis
5
Stable performance.
J
Jason Ford
4
Predictable operation.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco Catalyst 9500 48-Port 10G Bundle (C9500-48X-E)?
The C9500-48X-E is a fixed core switch delivering 48 10G SFP+ ports, powered by Cisco IOS XE. It requires a Network Essentials license to enable switching, routing and security features.
What are the key features of the C9500-48X-E?
The switch offers 2.4 Tbps switching capacity, 2.4 Bpps forwarding rate, advanced telemetry, programmable ASIC, redundant power and comprehensive Layer 2/3 services.
What throughput and port speeds does the Catalyst 9500 48X-E support?
It supports 2.4 Tbps of switching capacity, 2.4 Bpps forwarding performance, 48 10G SFP+ ports and optional 40G/100G uplink modules.
Is a Network Essentials license required for C9500-48X-E?
Yes. A Cisco Network Essentials license is mandatory to activate core switching, basic routing and essential security features on this model.
Can I upgrade the Network Essentials license to Network Advantage?
Yes. Cisco offers a license upgrade path from Network Essentials to Network Advantage to unlock advanced routing, segment routing and application visibility features.
What high-availability capabilities does the Catalyst 9500 provide?
It supports dual redundant power supplies, hot-swappable fans, Stateful Switchover and Non-Stop Forwarding to maintain continuous operation.
What stacking options are available on the Cisco Catalyst 9500-48X-E?
The switch supports StackWise Virtual with up to eight members, providing 320 Gbps of stack bandwidth and unified management.
Which operating system and software version does the C9500-48X-E use?
It runs Cisco IOS XE, supporting programmability, automation via NETCONF/RESTCONF and advanced telemetry, with a minimum release of 16.9.1.
Does the Catalyst 9500-48X-E support Power over Ethernet (PoE)?
No. The C9500-48X-E provides non-PoE 10G ports. PoE/PoE+ support is available on the C9500-48P variants.
What power supply options are available for the Catalyst 9500 48X-E?
It ships with one 715 W AC power supply and supports an optional redundant AC or 240 W DC power supply for uninterrupted operation.
What are common use cases for the Cisco Catalyst 9500-48X-E?
Ideal for enterprise campus core, aggregation layers and data center leaf deployments requiring high throughput, advanced security and programmability.
What warranty and support options does Cisco offer for the 9500-48X-E?
Includes a limited lifetime hardware warranty. Optional Cisco SMARTnet or Cisco Solution Support provides 24/7 technical assistance and hardware replacement.
How does the Catalyst 9500-48X-E differ from the Catalyst 9300 series?
The 9500 delivers higher throughput, 10G native ports, advanced high-availability and full Layer 3 services versus the 9300’s 1G/10G access-focused design.
What are the physical and environmental specifications of the Catalyst 9500 48X-E?
It is 3.5 RU tall, 17.5” deep, operates at 0–40°C with 5–90% relative humidity and mounts in a standard 19” rack.
How can I configure and manage the Cisco Catalyst 9500-48X-E?
Manage via CLI, Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime Infrastructure or REST APIs for automated provisioning, monitoring and advanced telemetry.
What security features are integrated into the Catalyst 9500 48-Port 10G switch?
It offers MACsec encryption, TrustSec segmentation, Dynamic ARP Inspection, IP Source Guard and Secure Boot for comprehensive threat protection.