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Cisco C9500-32C-E Catalyst 9500 QSFP28 Rack-mountable Switch.

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Cisco C9500-32C-E Catalyst 9500 Network Essentials L3 Managed 32 X 100 Gigabit QSFP28 Rack-mountable Switch. Factory-Sealed New in Original Box (FSB) with 6-Month Replacement Warranty

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Description

Comprehensive Technical Specifications for C9500-32C-E

Brand Information

Manufacturer

  • Brand: Cisco
  • Model: C9500-32C-E
  • Part Number: C9500-32C-E

Product Overview

Device Classification

  • Type: Fully Managed Layer 3 Switch
  • Rack-Optimized Form Factor: 1U
  • Port Count: 32 x 100G QSFP28
  • Network Standard: 100 Gigabit Ethernet

Performance Capabilities

Switching & Forwarding

  • Bidirectional Switching Throughput: 6.4 Terabits per Second
  • Packet Forwarding Rate: 2 Billion Packets per Second

Routing and Addressing

  • IPv4 Routing Table Capacity: 80,000 Entries
  • IPv6 Routing Table Capacity: 90,000 Host Entries
  • Multicast Support: 32,000 Entries
  • VLAN IDs: Up to 4,000
  • Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs): Maximum of 4,000

Data Handling and Security

MAC Address Management

  • MAC Table Size: 64,000 Entries
  • Supports Jumbo Frames up to 9,198 Bytes

Supported Routing Protocols

  • OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS, RIPng
  • Multicast Routing: PIM-SM, PIM-SSM, MSDP
  • MPLS and L3VPN Compatibility

Network Management and Monitoring

Remote Administration Protocols

  • SNMP (v1, v2c, v3), NETCONF, RESTCONF
  • RMON (1 & 2), TFTP Support

Advanced Networking Features

  • DHCP, NAT, and PAT Configuration
  • Virtual Redundancy: VRRP, HSRP
  • QoS & ACLs: 270,000 Security ACL Scale
  • Support for CoPP, VLAN Double Tagging (Q-in-Q), MPLS

Compliance & Standards

Industry Certifications

  • IEEE 802.3, 802.1Q, 802.1X, 802.3ad (LACP)
  • IEEE 802.1AE (MACsec), 802.1s, 802.1w

Power & Physical Attributes

Power Supply

  • Voltage: 120/230V AC (50-60Hz)
  • Redundancy: Optional

Dimensions & Weight

  • Width: 17.5 inches
  • Depth: 21.2 inches
  • Height: 1.7 inches
  • Weight: 25.64 lbs

Cisco C9500-32C-E Catalyst 9500: High-Performance Networking Solution

The Cisco C9500-32C-E Catalyst 9500 Series Switch is a next-generation, high-performance, rack-mountable Layer 3 managed switch. Engineered for enterprise networks, data centers, and high-density deployments, it offers 32 x 100 Gigabit QSFP28 ports, delivering exceptional speed, reliability, and security. Designed to meet the increasing demands of modern networking infrastructures, this switch supports advanced automation, security, and scalability.

Key Features and Capabilities

High-Speed Connectivity

The Cisco C9500-32C-E is equipped with 32 QSFP28 ports, supporting up to 100 Gbps per port. This high-speed capability enables seamless data transfer and minimizes network congestion, making it ideal for large-scale deployments.

Advanced Layer 3 Routing

With robust Layer 3 functionalities, the switch supports dynamic and static routing protocols, including OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP. These capabilities ensure optimized traffic flow and enhanced network efficiency.

Security and Compliance

Encrypted Traffic Analytics

Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA) helps identify malware threats even in encrypted traffic, ensuring network integrity and security.

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

With RBAC, administrators can enforce strict access control policies, limiting network access based on predefined roles and privileges.

Scalability and Flexibility

StackWise Virtual Technology

Cisco’s StackWise Virtual technology allows multiple switches to function as a single logical unit, improving redundancy and scalability.

Multi-Gigabit Support

The switch supports multi-gigabit speeds, ensuring seamless compatibility with high-bandwidth applications and devices.

Deployment Scenarios

Enterprise Data Centers

Designed for high-density data center environments, the Cisco C9500-32C-E ensures reliable and high-speed connectivity across enterprise networks.

Campus Core Networks

Its advanced routing and security features make it a preferred choice for campus core network infrastructures, offering scalability and seamless connectivity.

Network Management and Automation

Software-Defined Access (SD-Access)

The switch integrates with Cisco’s SD-Access framework, enabling automated policy enforcement, segmentation, and simplified network management.

Cloud-Ready Capabilities

With cloud-based network monitoring and analytics, businesses can leverage real-time insights to optimize network performance.

Features
Product/Item Condition:
Factory-Sealed New Retail in Original Box (FSB)
ServerOrbit Replacement Warranty:
Six-Month (180 Days)