Part Number: Cisco C9500-24Q-A
Manufacturer: Cisco SystemsOverview
The Cisco C9500-24Q-A is a high-performance, 24-port, stackable Ethernet switch designed for enterprise networks. Part of the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series, this switch offers advanced features such as high-density 10G/25G connectivity, security, and automated network management. It is built for scalability, making it an ideal solution for mission-critical applications in large-scale networks, including data centers, campuses, and cloud environments. The C9500-24Q-A provides reliable, low-latency connections with support for future-proofed high-speed uplinks.
Key Features
- High-Speed Connectivity: Equipped with 24 x 10/25G SFP28 ports for high-bandwidth uplink and downlink connectivity, ensuring minimal latency and high throughput.
- Advanced Security: Supports Cisco’s advanced security features, including MACsec, TrustSec, and Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA), to protect sensitive data and secure the network.
- Stackability: Enables stackable configurations with up to 8 units, providing scalable performance and simplified management for large networks.
- Flexible Management Options: Compatible with Cisco DNA Center and Cisco Prime for simplified network management, monitoring, and automation.
- Redundant Power and Fans: Supports redundant power supplies and fans for high availability and fault tolerance, ensuring continuous network operation.
- High Availability and Reliability: Designed with enterprise-grade reliability to meet the needs of mission-critical applications.
- Energy Efficient: Consumes less power compared to traditional enterprise switches, contributing to reduced operational costs and energy consumption.
Applications
- Enterprise Networks: Ideal for connecting high-performance networking equipment in large enterprise infrastructures, supporting both edge and core deployments.
- Data Center Networks: Perfect for high-density 10G and 25G environments that demand low-latency and high-throughput connections.
- Campus Networks: Provides high-speed, reliable network access for educational institutions and corporate campuses.
- Cloud and Hybrid Cloud Environments: Well-suited for environments that require fast and reliable connectivity between on-premise data centers and cloud infrastructures.
- Service Providers: Supports service providers offering high-speed, secure, and reliable services to customers, especially in areas requiring bandwidth-heavy applications.
Specifications
- Ports: 24 x 10/25G SFP28
- Form Factor: 1RU (1 Rack Unit)
- Stacking Support: Supports Cisco StackWise Virtual for stacking up to 8 switches
- Uplink Ports: 4 x 100G QSFP28
- Switching Capacity: 1.44 Tbps
- Forwarding Rate: 1.07 Bpps
- Redundant Power Supplies: Yes, supports optional redundant power supplies for high availability
- Power Consumption: Approximately 350W (typical)
- Cooling: Dual redundant fans for fault tolerance
- Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
- Management Options: Cisco DNA Center, Cisco Prime, Command-line Interface (CLI), SNMP
- Security Features: Cisco TrustSec, MACsec, ETA, and Secure Boot
- Compatibility: Compatible with other Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches
Why Choose Cisco
- Scalable Performance: The Cisco C9500-24Q-A offers a scalable solution for growing enterprise networks with 10G/25G support and stacking capabilities, ensuring your network can evolve with your business.
- Advanced Security: Built with Cisco’s industry-leading security protocols, this switch provides end-to-end protection for your data and ensures compliance with the latest security standards.
- Reliability and Availability: Designed for high availability, the C9500-24Q-A supports redundant power supplies and fans, ensuring minimal downtime for critical applications.
- Simplified Management: Cisco’s intuitive network management solutions like DNA Center and Prime help simplify network automation, monitoring, and troubleshooting, reducing operational overhead.
- Future-Proof Investment: The Cisco C9500-24Q-A is engineered for tomorrow’s network, with support for high-speed ports and next-generation security and automation technologies, making it a long-term investment for your infrastructure.
- Global Support: With Cisco’s vast support ecosystem, you have access to world-class technical assistance and resources, ensuring smooth deployment and ongoing operation.
The Cisco C9500-24Q-A is the perfect choice for enterprises seeking high-density, high-performance switches with a strong focus on security, scalability, and reliability. Whether for cloud, campus, or data center environments, this switch provides the foundation for your network’s future.