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C9500-40X-2Q-E Cisco 40 ports switch Catalyst 9500 Network rack-mountable.

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Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-E 40 ports switch Catalyst 9500 Network rack-mountable. Factory-Sealed New in Original Box (FSB) with 6-Month Replacement Warranty

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Product Overview: Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-E

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Cisco
  • Model Number: C9500-40X-2Q-E
  • Mounting Type: 1U Rack-Mountable
  • Networking Type: 10 Gigabit Ethernet

Port Configuration

  • 40 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ ports
  • 2 x 40 Gigabit QSFP+ ports

Performance Metrics

  • Switching Capacity (Full Duplex): 480 Gbps
  • Forwarding Rate: 720 Mpps

Network Capacity

  • IPv4 Route Entries: 64,000 (Indirect), 32,000 (Host)
  • IPv6 Route Entries: 32,000 (Indirect), 16,000 (Host)
  • Multicast Entries: 48,000
  • QoS & Security ACL Scale: 18,000
  • Flow-Based Network Features (FNF): 512,000 Entries
  • VLAN IDs: 4,000
  • Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs): 4,000

Advanced Features

  • Supports Jumbo Frames up to 9,198 bytes
  • MAC Address Table: 64K Entries

Supported Routing Protocols

  • OSPF, RIP-1, RIP-2, RIPng
  • IGMP, VRRP, PIM-SM, PIM-SSM
  • Policy-Based Routing (PBR)

Remote Management & Monitoring

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

Security & Network Enhancements

  • IPv6 Support, NAT, Secure Boot
  • 802.1x Authentication, MACsec
  • Private VLAN, Q-in-Q VLAN Tagging
  • CoPP, ZTP, SPAN, RSPAN

Industry Compliance & Standards

  • IEEE 802.3z, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.1p
  • IEEE 802.3x, 802.3ad (LACP), 802.1w
  • IEEE 802.1x, 802.3ae, 802.1s, 802.1ae, 802.3ba

Power & Physical Attributes

  • Power Supply: AC 120/230V, 50-60Hz
  • Redundancy: Optional
  • Dimensions: 17.5 in (W) x 21.5 in (D) x 1.7 in (H)
  • Weight: 25.75 lbs

Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-E: High-Performance 40-Port Network Switch

The Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-E is a next-generation enterprise switching solution designed to provide advanced performance, security, and scalability. Featuring 40 10-Gigabit Ethernet ports and two 40-Gigabit uplink ports, this Catalyst 9500 Series switch is ideal for high-density networking environments.

Key Features and Benefits

High-Speed Connectivity and Scalability

The Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-E is engineered for enterprise networks that require high-speed data transmission with minimal latency. Its 40 10G ports ensure fast network operations, making it an optimal choice for data centers and large enterprises.

Advanced Security and Network Protection

Equipped with advanced security features such as MACsec encryption, TrustSec, and network segmentation, the Catalyst 9500 switch ensures robust data protection, safeguarding critical enterprise assets from cyber threats.

Efficient Network Management

With Cisco DNA Center and SD-Access support, this switch offers seamless network automation and centralized management, reducing manual configurations and operational costs.

Software Capabilities

The switch runs on Cisco’s IOS XE operating system, providing a resilient and secure networking platform with enterprise-grade features such as:

  • Layer 3 routing (OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and ISIS)
  • Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF)
  • Multi-Gigabit Ethernet support
  • Network Analytics and AI-driven insights

Use Cases and Applications

Enterprise Core Networking

The Cisco C9500-40X-2Q-E serves as a core switch in enterprise environments, providing high-speed interconnectivity between access and distribution layers.

Data Center Integration

With its high port density and scalability, the switch is ideal for data center networking, allowing seamless connections between storage, compute, and application workloads.

Cloud-Ready Infrastructure

Supporting Cisco’s SD-WAN and hybrid cloud deployments, this switch ensures fast and secure cloud connectivity for businesses adopting cloud-based applications.

Reliability and Redundancy

The switch includes dual power supplies, hot-swappable fans, and redundant network paths to prevent downtime, ensuring 24/7 business continuity.

Future-Proof Investment

With modular design and scalability, businesses can expand their network infrastructure without requiring a complete hardware overhaul.

Energy Efficiency

Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE) technology and intelligent power management reduce energy consumption, making this switch an environmentally friendly networking solution.

Comparison with Similar Cisco Switches

Catalyst 9500 Series Variants

  • C9500-24Y4C: 24 x 25G ports and 4 x 100G uplinks for high-performance networks.
  • C9500-48Y4C: 48 x 25G ports with 4 x 100G uplinks for extensive enterprise networks.
  • C9500-32C: 32 x 100G ports for ultra-high-speed data center networking.
Features
Manufacturer Warranty:
None
Product/Item Condition:
Factory-Sealed New Retail in Original Box (FSB)
ServerOrbit Replacement Warranty:
Six-Month (180 Days)
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