Product
Cisco C9500-40X-A
Catalyst 9500 fixed core/aggregation switch with 40 × 10G SFP+ — Network Advantage.
- Ports
- 40
- Speed
- 10G
- PoE
- Non-PoE
- Capacity
- Up to 960 Gbps full-duplex
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Product overview
Cisco C9500-40X-A is designed for campus core / aggregation network roles in the cisco-catalyst-9500-series family. Suitable for procurement shortlists where this model matches the required platform class. Key considerations when selecting include port/module needs, uplink design, and feature licensing for your site. For exact configuration and availability, request a quote.
Technical specifications
Key specifications for this model.
| Model | C9500-40X-A |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer model | C9500-40X-A |
| Display model | C9500-40X-A |
| Layer | core |
| Port count | 40 |
| Downlink / data ports | 40 × 10 Gbps SFP+ |
| Uplink ports | 40 × 10 Gbps SFP+ |
| Port type | SFP+ |
| Port speed | 10G |
| Switching capacity | Up to 960 Gbps full-duplex |
| Forwarding rate | Up to 720 Mpps (64-byte packets) |
| PoE | Non-PoE |
| Power supply | 950 W AC (PWR-C4-950WAC-R), front-to-back airflow |
| Availability | Quote on request |
Deployment scenarios
Enterprise campus core where uplink density is the primary constraint. Campus core or collapsed-core where northbound uplinks are the constraint.
Technical selection notes
Confirm port/uplink mix, PoE or optic requirements, and software features for this PID before RFQ. Compare same-brand nearby models when closet density or fabric speed differs. For exact configuration and availability, request a quote.
Related / alternative models
Same-brand family first, then same deployment role, then cross-brand equivalents when useful. Different power/optic technologies are labeled explicitly.
FAQ
What is the deployment role of C9500-40X-A?
C9500-40X-A is positioned for campus core or aggregation where dense 10G SFP+ connectivity is required without a modular chassis.
Does this model provide copper PoE access ports?
No. Published faceplate is fiber/SFP+ oriented and Non-PoE. Use Catalyst 9300/9200 PoE models for powered copper access.
What does the -A suffix mean?
Network Advantage licensing on Catalyst 9500 enables a richer Layer 3 / policy feature set than Network Essentials.
What details are needed for a quote?
Share quantity, optic types for the 40 SFP+ ports, redundancy needs, and software feature requirements.
Resources
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