Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-A 40-Port 40G QSFP+ Enterprise Switch with 960 Gbps Capacity and 1RU Form Factor
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-A is a high-performance enterprise-grade modular switch engineered for scalable campus and data center networks. With 40x 40G QSFP+ ports, intent-based networking capabilities, and advanced security features, this switch delivers future-proof agility for bandwidth-intensive applications.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Code | C9500-40X-A |
| Description | Catalyst 9500 40-port 10Gig switch, Network Advantage |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 960 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 720 Mpps |
| AC Power Max Rating | 950W |
| System Power Consumption | 850W max |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52 in |
| Rack Units (RU) | 1 RU |
- 40x 40G QSFP+ ports for high-density aggregation and spine-leaf architectures
- Cisco SD-Access integration for automated policy-driven network segmentation
- Cisco DNA Center compatibility for centralized AI-driven network management
- StackWise Virtual Technology for scalable, simplified multi-switch operations
- Hardware-accelerated security with MACsec-256 encryption and ETA
- Energy-efficient design with EEE and modular, hot-swappable PSUs
| Model | Cisco C9500-40X-A | Cisco C9500-24Y4C | Aruba 8400-32C4X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Density | 40x 40G | 24x 25G + 4x 40G/100G | 32x 100G |
| Scalability | StackWise Virtual (8:1) | StackWise Virtual (8:1) | VSF Stacking (4:1) |
| Security | MACsec, ETA, TrustSec | MACsec, TrustSec | Dynamic Segmentation |
| Power Efficiency | EEE, Modular PSUs | EEE, Fixed PSUs | Partial EEE Support |
| Key Advantage | Highest 40G port density | Balanced 25G/40G flexibility | High 100G density |
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