C9500-48X-E Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series 48-Port 10G Layer 3 Core Switch

BRAND NEW. FACTORY SEALED. RETAIL BOXED. FULL CISCO WARRANTY INCLUDED.
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Overview

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-48X-E is a high-density, fixed-core Layer 3 switch engineered for enterprise core and aggregation deployments. Built on a modern x86 architecture, this platform delivers wire-speed 10 Gigabit performance, deep routing scale, and advanced programmability required for large campus and cloud-connected networks.

With forty-eight 10G SFP+ ports and Network Essentials software, the C9500-48X-E enables simplified aggregation, fast convergence, and predictable performance. It is for organizations that require a stable, scalable core switch capable of supporting advanced routing, segmentation, and analytics without operational complexity.

Key Features

• 48 × 10G SFP+ ports for high-density aggregation
• Purpose-built fixed core switch for enterprise campuses
• Large MAC and routing table support for scalable networks
• Front-to-rear airflow optimized for data center environments
• Designed for continuous operation with redundant power
• Technical Specifications

General

• Product Series: Cisco Catalyst 9500
• Model: C9500-48X-E
• Product Type: Managed Layer 3 Switch
• Software Edition: Network Essentials
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable

Ports & Interfaces

• 48 × 10GBase-X SFP+ ports
• 1 × Expansion slot

Hardware & Performance

• CPU: 2.4 GHz
• RAM: 16 GB
• Flash Memory: 16 GB
• Switching Type: 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• MAC Address Table: 64,000 entries
• Jumbo Frame Support: 9,198 bytes

Routing & Protocols

• Supports BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, RIP, VRRP
• Policy-based routing (PBR)
• Multicast support with PIM-SM and PIM-SSM

Management & Security

• Management: NETCONF, RESTCONF, SNMP, RMON
• Encryption: 256-bit AES
• Built-in RFID tag

Power & Reliability

• Power Supplies: Dual, hot-plug
• Redundancy: 1+1 supported
• Power Output: 950 W
• Front-to-rear airflow

Environmental

• MTBF: 180,640 hours

UPC: 889728086783

Use Cases

The C9500-48X-E is ideal for enterprise core and aggregation layers where high port density, fast convergence, and routing scale are critical. It fits large campus backbones, data center edge aggregation, and enterprise environments supporting cloud workloads, virtualization, and high-volume east-west traffic.

Why Choose the C9500-48X-E

• Delivers dense 10G connectivity for enterprise cores
• Built specifically for core and aggregation roles
• Supports advanced routing and segmentation at scale
• Optimized for reliability with redundant power design
• Ships brand new with full Cisco manufacturer warranty

FAQs

What role is the C9500-48X-E designed for?

It is for enterprise core and aggregation layer deployments.

What type of ports does this switch provide?

It provides forty-eight 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports.

Does this model support advanced routing protocols?

Yes. It supports BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, and multicast routing.

Is this switch suitable for data center environments?

Yes. Its airflow design and port density make it suitable for data center edge and campus cores.

Is this product new and covered by the Cisco warranty?

Yes. It is brand new, factory-sealed, and includes the full Cisco manufacturer's warranty.