CISCO C9500-24X-A

The Cisco C9500-24X-A is a high-performance, fixed configuration switch designed for enterprise-level core and aggregation layer deployments. It’s a key part of Cisco’s Catalyst 9500 Series, built for demanding environments needing high bandwidth, security, and advanced features. Here’s a breakdown of its key aspects:  

Key Features:

• High-Density 10 Gigabit Ethernet: This switch offers 16 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ and an additional 8 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet via a Network Module (C9500-NM-8X), totaling 24 ports of 10GE connectivity. This is ideal for environments with high bandwidth demands, such as large campuses, data centers, or service provider networks.  
• Advanced Hardware Architecture: The C9500-24X-A is built with a powerful x86 CPU, providing the foundation for advanced services, programmability, and future innovation.  
• High Performance and Scalability: It offers a switching capacity of up to 480 Gbps and a forwarding rate of up to 360 Mpps, ensuring smooth handling of network traffic even under heavy loads.
• Comprehensive Feature Set: This switch supports a wide range of features, including:
  • Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities: VLANs, advanced QoS, routing protocols (OSPF, BGP, etc.), and more.  
  • Security features: Cisco TrustSec, MACsec encryption, and advanced ACLs to protect the network.  
  • Network programmability: Support for APIs, Python scripting, and other automation tools.  
  • Software-Defined Access (SD-Access) support: Enables automated policy enforcement and network segmentation.
• High Availability: Features like redundant power supplies and fans, and support for StackWise Virtual technology enhance network reliability.  

Benefits:

• High Bandwidth Connectivity: The 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports provide ample bandwidth for demanding applications and devices.
• Future-Proofing: The advanced hardware architecture and software features prepare your network for future growth and evolving needs.
• Enhanced Security: Robust security features help protect your network from threats.  
• Simplified Management: Network programmability and automation tools streamline network operations.
• Investment Protection: High availability features and long-term support minimize downtime and reduce operational costs.