C9500 24X E High-Performance Cisco 24-Port SFP+ Aggregation Switch
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Q-A is a high-density, fixed-core switch
designed for enterprise campus backbone or aggregation layers. With
24 40-Gigabit QSFP+ ports, it delivers exceptional throughput and
scalability, making it suitable for high-speed campus cores and
data-intensive enterprise environments. It runs on Cisco IOS XE and
is part of the Cisco Digital Network Architecture (DNA), supporting
automation, security, and analytics.
Product Details
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | C9500-24Q-A |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Ports | 24 x 40G QSFP+ |
| Throughput | Up to 960 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 720 Mpps |
| Switching Capacity | 1.92 Tbps |
| StackWise Virtual | Supported |
| Software License | Network Advantage |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Redundancy | Dual redundant power supplies, modular fans |
| MAC Address Table | Up to 64,000 |
| QoS | Comprehensive QoS capabilities |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.5 x 17.5 x 1.73 in (44.5 x 44.5 x 4.4 cm) |
| Weight | ~18.2 lbs (8.3 kg) |
Product Features
24 high-density 40G QSFP+ ports for scalable aggregation
Ideal for enterprise core and high-speed data center connectivity
Supports StackWise Virtual for operational simplicity and resiliency
Embedded with Cisco TrustSec and MACsec for advanced network security
Ready for Cisco DNA Center automation and telemetry
Field-replaceable power supplies and fans for high availability
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Ports | Throughput | StackWise Virtual | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9500-24Q-A | 24 x 40G QSFP+ | 960 Gbps | Yes | Core switching, large enterprise |
| C9500-32QC | 32 x 40G QSFP+ | 2.56 Tbps | Yes | Higher capacity aggregation |
| C9500-24Y4C-E | 24 x 25G + 4 x 100G | 1.6 Tbps | Yes | High-speed core with 100G uplinks |
| C9500-48Y4C | 48 x 25G + 4 x 100G | 2.0 Tbps | Yes | Scalable high-performance switch |
Latest Models Comparison (Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series)
| Model | Ports | Throughput | Launch Year | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9500X-28C8D | 28 x 100G + 8 x 400G | 6.4 Tbps | 2023 | Advanced enterprise/data center |
| C9500-48Y4C | 48 x 25G + 4 x 100G | 2.0 Tbps | 2022 | High-performance campus core |
| C9500-24Y4C-E | 24 x 25G + 4 x 100G | 1.6 Tbps | 2021 | Next-gen aggregation switch |
| C9500-32QC | 32 x 40G QSFP+ | 2.56 Tbps | 2020 | Large-scale enterprise core |
