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C9500-48Y4C-A
CATALYST 9500 48PORT 25/100G ONLY ADVANTAGE
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C9500-48Y4C-A is an enterprise-class fixed core switch built on the robust Cisco IOS XE architecture that delivers high performance, enhanced security, and advanced routing capabilities for modern campus and branch networks. Designed with versatile power options including support for redundant power supplies, this switch offers a mix of 48 fixed 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports to ensure reliable connectivity and high-speed data transfer.
C9500-48Y4C-A features scalable stacking capabilities and is engineered for high-density deployments where maximum switching capacity and reliable performance are paramount. Its architecture supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality, making it ideal for core, distribution, and aggregation use cases in large enterprises and service provider environments.
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 C9500-48Y4C-A |  C9500-24Y4C-E |  C9500-12Q-A |  C9500-24Q-E |  C9500-24Y4C-A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depth | 18 inches | 14.3 inches | N/A | 18.9 inches | 18.1 inches |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 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 | 1.75 inches | 1.73 inches | N/A | 1.73 inches | 1.73 inches |
| IOS | IP Services | IP Services | IP Services | IP Lite | IP Services |
| Interface Ports | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Layer Supported | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 | Layer 2 / Layer 3 | Layer 3 |
| Manageable | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Manufacturer Part Number | C9500-48Y4C-A | C9500-24Y4C-E | C9500-12Q-A | C9500-24Q-E | C9500-24Y4C-A |
| Media Type Supported | Twisted Pair / Fiber | Combo | Fiber | Fiber | Fiber |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Number of Downlink Ports | 48 Ports | N/A | N/A | 24 Ports | N/A |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 24–48 Ports | 12–24 Ports | 12–24 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 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and 4 fixed 10G SFP+ uplink ports | N/A | N/A | 24 x 40Gb QSFP+ ports; 4 x 10G SFP+ uplink ports | 24 x 10G ports, 4 x 40G uplink ports |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 365 W | 350 W | 630 W | 350W |
| Power Source | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply / N/A | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply / AC Power Supply | Redundant Power Supply |
| Product Name | Cisco Catalyst 9500-48Y4C-A Fixed Core Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Y4C-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-12Q-A 12-Port 40G QSFP+ Switch | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Q-E | Cisco Catalyst 9500-24Y4C-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 | 4 SFP Ports | N/A | N/A | 4 SFP Ports | 4 SFP Ports |
| Switching Capacity | 6400 Gbps | 6400 Gbps | 1440 Gbps | 9600 Gbps | 6400 Gbps |
| Switching Capacity with Stacking | 6400 Gbps | N/A | N/A | N/A | 480 Gbps |
| Uplink Configuration | 10G | 40G | 40G | 10G | 40G |
| Weight | 19 lbs | 30 lbs | N/A | 25.6 lbs | 21 lbs |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
Network Advantage features really help at scale. Excellent throughput.
Stable 25G switching with plenty of headroom.
Reliable under peak loads.
Great for campus core upgrades.
Predictable performance and easy management.
The Cisco Catalyst 9500 48-Port 25/100G Only Advantage is a fixed-core switch offering 48 multi-rate 25/100G QSFP28 ports, four additional 100G uplinks, and an Advantage software license for advanced network services.
Key features include 25.6 Tbps switching capacity, 95.2 Mpps forwarding performance, StackWise-V support, comprehensive security with Encrypted Traffic Analytics, and an integrated Cisco DNA Advantage license.
It delivers up to 25.6 Tbps of switching capacity and 95.2 Mpps of forwarding rate for latency-sensitive and high-density environments.
The switch provides 48 multi-rate QSFP28 ports configurable for 25G or 100G and four fixed QSFP28 ports for 100G connectivity.