(NEW) Cisco Switch Catalyst 9500 Series - C9500-32C-E

Overview

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-32C-E is a high-performance switch from the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series, designed for enterprise networks that require advanced capabilities, scalability, and reliability. This model is particularly suitable for core and distribution layer deployments, supporting a variety of applications and services in modern networking environments.

Specs

• Port Configuration:

  • 32 x 100G Ethernet Ports: High-speed connectivity tailored for data-intensive applications.
  • Uplink Ports: Typically includes 4 x 10G/25G SFP/SFP28 uplink ports for connecting to other network devices.

• Performance:

  • Switching Capacity: Up to 6.4 Tbps
  • Forwarding Rate: Up to 4.76 Bpps (billion packets per second)
  • DRAM: 16 GB
  • Flash Memory: 32 GB

• Stacking:

  • Stacking Support: Cisco StackWise-800 technology
  • Stacking Bandwidth: 800 Gbps
  • Maximum Stacking: Supports stacking of up to 8 switches for simplified management and enhanced scalability.

• Power:

  • Power Supply: Modular power supply options (AC and DC)
  • Primary Power Supply: 1100W AC (field-replaceable)
  • Redundancy: Supports dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies for high availability.

• Layer 3 Features:

  • Routing Protocols Supported: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS, RIP, Policy-Based Routing, and VRF-Lite for efficient routing capabilities.
  • Multicast Routing: Supports advanced multicast routing protocols for efficient data distribution.

• Security and Automation:

  • MACsec Encryption: Provides Layer 2 encryption for secure data transmission across the network.
  • Cisco TrustSec: Implements identity-based access control and segmentation for enhanced security.
  • Automation Ready: Compatible with Cisco DNA Center for automation, supports REST APIs, and can be managed using Python scripting.

• Virtual Networks & SD-Access:

  • Software-Defined Access (SD-Access): Enables policy-based automation and network segmentation for greater control and agility.
  • Analytics and Assurance: Integrated telemetry and analytics provide real-time monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities.