Cisco C9500-40X-E Catalyst 9500 40x10G Core Switch | Enterprise Network Essentials Switch

The Cisco C9500-40X-E is a high-performance enterprise-class aggregation and core switch designed for modern campus and data center environments. As part of the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series, this model delivers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality, enterprise security, automation capabilities, and high-density 10 Gigabit connectivity for demanding network infrastructures.

Built on Cisco’s powerful x86 architecture and optimized for cloud networking, IoT, and enterprise digital transformation, the C9500-40X-E provides exceptional scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency for medium to large enterprise deployments.

• 40 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports
• Enterprise-grade aggregation and core switching
• Up to 1920 Gbps switching capacity
• Up to 1440 Mpps forwarding performance
• Advanced Layer 3 routing support
• Cisco IOS XE operating system
• StackWise Virtual support for redundancy
• MACsec encryption and secure boot
• Automation and programmability support
• Dual hot-swappable power supply support
• Enterprise Network Essentials license included

The Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series is engineered for enterprises requiring secure, scalable, and automation-ready networking infrastructure. Compared with traditional campus switches, the Catalyst 9500 platform offers:

• Higher throughput and lower latency
• Enhanced security with encrypted traffic analytics
• Programmable APIs for network automation
• Better scalability for cloud-driven applications
• Simplified management and software-defined networking integration

These advantages make the C9500-40X-E ideal for:

• Enterprise campus core networks
• Large-scale aggregation deployments
• High-density 10G environments
• Data center interconnect
• Government and education networks
• Financial and healthcare infrastructures

Choose the C9500-40X-E if you need:

• Reliable enterprise core switching
• Standard Layer 3 functionality
• Cost-effective campus aggregation

Choose the C9500-40X-A if you require:

• Advanced SD-Access capabilities
• Full enterprise automation
• Enhanced routing scalability

With 40 dedicated 10G SFP+ ports, the switch supports bandwidth-intensive enterprise applications, virtualization, and high-speed uplinks.

Support for StackWise Virtual and redundant power supplies ensures maximum uptime and business continuity.

Cisco security technologies including secure boot and MACsec help protect enterprise traffic and infrastructure.

Cisco IOS XE enables API-driven automation and simplified network orchestration for modern IT operations.

The C9500-40X-E is primarily used as an enterprise campus core switch or aggregation switch in medium and large business networks.

Yes. The switch supports advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 enterprise routing features under the Network Essentials license.

The switch includes 40 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports for high-density fiber connectivity.

Network Essentials provides standard enterprise routing and switching functions, while Network Advantage unlocks advanced automation, segmentation, and routing features.

Yes. Its high throughput, low latency, and redundancy capabilities make it suitable for enterprise data center aggregation deployments.

Yes. StackWise Virtual enables two physical switches to operate as a single logical unit for redundancy and simplified management.

Yes. The switch supports jumbo frames up to 9198 bytes, which is useful for virtualization and storage traffic optimization.

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