High-Performance Cisco Switch C9500-16X-2Q-A 25G/40G Ports , SDN & Security Enterprise & Data Center
 

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-2Q-A is a next-generation, high-performance enterprise and data center switch designed for scalability, security, and software-defined networking (SDN). Featuring 16x 25G SFP28 ports and 2x 40G QSFP+ uplinks, it delivers 1.2 Tbps throughput to support bandwidth-intensive applications like cloud, AI, and IoT. Ideal for core/aggregation layers, this switch offers hardware redundancy, StackWise virtualization, and seamless integration with Cisco DNA Center for automated network management.

Key Features:

• High-Speed Connectivity: 16x 25G ports + 2x 40G uplinks (supports 100G via breakout).

• SDN Ready: Fully compatible with Cisco DNA Software, enabling intent-based networking (IBN) and automation.

• Enterprise Security: Cisco TrustSec, MACsec encryption, and encrypted traffic analysis (ETA) for threat detection.

• Reliability: Modular IOS-XE OS, dual power supplies, and StackWise Virtual for high availability.

• AI-Driven Analytics: Built-in telemetry and DNA Assurance for real-time monitoring and troubleshooting.

Technical Specifications:

Use Cases:

• Data Center Interconnect: High-density 25G server access or spine-leaf architectures.

• Enterprise Core: Scalable backbone for campuses with Wi-Fi 6, VoIP, and 4K video.

• Secure Cloud Gateways: Software-defined segmentation for hybrid cloud workloads.

Designed for future-proof networks, the C9500-16X-2Q-A combines performance, security, and SDN agility—making it a top choice for modern IT infrastructures.