(NEW) Cisco Switch Catalyst 9500 Series - C9500-16X-E

Overview

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-E is a high-performance switch from the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series, designed for enterprise environments that require robust connectivity and advanced features. This model is optimized for high-speed data transfer and supports various applications, making it suitable for core and distribution layer deployments.

Specs

• Port Configuration:

  • 16 x 100G Ethernet Ports: Designed for high-speed data transfers, making it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications and services.

• Performance:

  • Switching Capacity: Up to 3.2 Tbps
  • Forwarding Rate: Up to 2.38 Bpps (billion packets per second)
  • DRAM: 8 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, enhancing manageability and 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 to ensure high availability.

• Layer 3 Features:

  • Routing Protocols Supported: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS, RIP, Policy-Based Routing, and VRF-Lite for effective 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 improved control and agility.
  • Analytics and Assurance: Integrated telemetry and analytics provide real-time monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities.