Product Overview
The Cisco C9500-16X-E is an enterprise-class, purpose-built 16-port 10G SFP+ fixed-core switch belonging to the secure and high-density Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series. Tailored as an ideal foundational block for corporate campus cores and high-speed aggregation layers, this high-performance switch operates under the dependable Network Essentials software license package.
With non-blocking line-rate performance and high-density 10G fiber connectivity, the C9500-16X-E is optimized for secure data transmission, heavy server virtualization, and fiber optic aggregation. Its architecture supports hot-swappable dual redundant power supplies and advanced Layer 3 routing features, delivering robust enterprise network reliability and fabric scaling.
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Product Code
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C9500-16X-E
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C9500-32C-A
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Description
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Cisco Catalyst 9500 16-port 10G switch, NW Ess. License
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Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series high performance 32-port 100G switch, NW Adv. License
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Switching capacity
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Up to 480 Gbps
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Up to 6.4 Tbps
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Forwarding rate
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Up to 360 Mpps
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Up to 2 Bpps
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DRAM
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16 G
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16 G
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Flash
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16 G
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16 G
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Dimensions (H x W x D)
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1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52 in
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1.73 x 17.5 x 21.2 in
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Rack units (RU)
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1 RU
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1RU
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Key Technical Specifications & Performance Metrics
When designing your enterprise backbone or finalizing a network hardware bill of materials (BOM), utilize the definitive specifications below for the Cisco C9500-16X-E:
| Technical Parameter |
Specifications & Performance Scaling |
| Model Number |
C9500-16X-E |
| Downlink Interface Layout |
16 x 10G SFP+ / 1G SFP Fiber Cages |
| Switching Fabric Capacity |
320 Gbps (Full duplex, non-blocking line rate) |
| Packet Forwarding Rate |
240 Mpps (Mega packets per second) |
| Default Power Supply |
PWR-C4-650WAC-R (Front-to-back airflow, hot-swappable) |
| Redundant Power Slot |
Yes (Supports N+1 redundant power configuration) |
| System Memory & Flash |
16 GB DRAM / 16 GB Flash Memory |
| Routing Features Base |
Layer 3 Routing (Static, OSPF, RIP, Policy-Based Routing) |
| Chassis Profile Dimensions |
1.73 x 17.5 x 18.0 in (4.4 x 44.5 x 45.7 cm) - Standard 1U |
Supported System Accessories, Fan Trays & Spares
Keep your enterprise core architecture running seamlessly with official compatible hot-swappable replacements:
⚡ Dual Redundant Power Modules
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Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-E 16-Port 10G SFP+ Core Switch (Network Essentials) Images
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