C9500-40X-A Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series 40-Port Layer 3 Core Switch

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Overview

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-A is a high-performance, fixed-configuration Layer 3 switch purpose-built for enterprise core and aggregation layers. Designed on an x86 architecture, this platform delivers advanced programmability, large-scale routing, and predictable, low-latency forwarding for modern campus networks.

With forty 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports and Network Advantage software, the C9500-40X-A supports dense aggregation, high-speed uplinks, and advanced services such as segmentation, automation, and analytics. It is for organizations that require resilient, scalable core switching to support cloud connectivity, large user populations, and data-intensive applications.

Key Features

• 40 × 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports for high-density aggregation
• Enterprise core switching with advanced Layer 3 routing scale
• Optimized for non-blocking performance and low-latency forwarding
• Supports modern campus architectures with programmability
• Built for long-term scalability at the core and aggregation layers

Technical Specifications

General

• Product Series: Cisco Catalyst 9500
• Model: C9500-40X-A=
• Product Type: Managed Layer 3 Switch
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable
• Software Edition: Network Advantage

Ports & Interfaces

• 40 × 10GBase-X SFP+ ports
• 2 × USB 3.0 ports

Performance

• Switching capacity (full duplex): 480 Gbps
• Forwarding rate: 720 Mpps

Routing & Scale

• Routing table entries: up to 64,000
• IPv4 host routes: 32,000
• IPv6 host routes: 16,000
• VLAN IDs supported: 4,000
• Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs): 4,000
• Flexible NetFlow entries: 512,000

Advanced Capabilities

• Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF)
• Stateful Switchover (SSO)
• VRF, VXLAN, LISP support
• MACsec encryption
• Application Visibility and Control (AVC)

Management & Automation

• Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP)
• NETCONF, RESTCONF, SNMP, CLI
• Integrated analytics and telemetry

Security

• Access Control Lists (ACLs)
• TrustSec and Security Group Tags
• Control Plane Protection (CoPP)

Hardware & Architecture

• x86 CPU platform
• 16 GB memory
• Built-in ASIC for wire-speed performance

UPC: 00889728051552

Use Cases

The C9500-40X-A is ideal for enterprise core and aggregation deployments where high throughput, large routing tables, and predictable performance are critical. It fits campus backbones, data-center edge aggregation, and large enterprise networks supporting cloud services, virtualization, and high-density user traffic.

Why Choose the C9500-40X-A

• Purpose-built for enterprise core and aggregation layers
• Delivers high-density 10G connectivity with low latency
• Supports advanced routing, segmentation, and automation
• Scales easily for growing campus and cloud-connected networks
• Ships brand new with full Cisco manufacturer warranty

FAQs

What role does the C9500-40X-A play in a network?

It is for core and aggregation layers in enterprise campus networks.

What type of ports does this switch provide?

It offers forty 10-Gigabit SFP+ ports for high-speed aggregation.

Does this switch support advanced Layer 3 routing?

Yes. It supports large routing tables, VRF, and advanced routing protocols.

Is this switch suitable for large campus networks?

Yes. It is built specifically for scalable, high-performance 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.