Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A C9500 16-Port 10Gig Switch w/ Dual PSU

Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A

16-Port 10G SFP+ Enterprise Core Managed Switch with Network Advantage

High-Performance Enterprise Core Switching

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A is a high-performance enterprise-class managed switch designed for campus core, aggregation, distribution, and high-speed enterprise network environments. It provides 16 fixed 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports for high-bandwidth fiber connectivity between network infrastructure, servers, aggregation switches, and enterprise backbone links.

Powered by Cisco IOS XE and equipped with the Network Advantage software license, the C9500-16X-A provides advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, routing, security, automation, telemetry, and programmability capabilities. It is designed for organizations that require a reliable, scalable, and high-performance enterprise network core.

High-Performance Switching Architecture

The C9500-16X-A delivers high-performance switching for enterprise network traffic. Its architecture is designed to handle demanding applications, high-speed uplinks, backbone traffic, and Layer 3 routing requirements across modern campus and aggregation environments.

Cisco IOS XE and Network Advantage

The switch operates on Cisco IOS XE, a modern software platform supporting enterprise switching, routing, security, automation, telemetry, and programmability. The Network Advantage license enables advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking features for sophisticated enterprise deployments.

Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 Networking

The C9500-16X-A supports advanced enterprise switching and routing services. It can be deployed as a core or aggregation switch where organizations require secure segmentation, high-speed routing, and reliable network connectivity.

Enterprise Security

Cisco security capabilities help protect enterprise network infrastructure and control access across the network. The platform provides security and segmentation technologies suitable for enterprise core and aggregation deployments.

High Availability and Resiliency

The C9500-16X-A is designed for environments where network availability is critical. Its enterprise architecture supports high-availability technologies and redundant power configurations to help maintain network service continuity.

Cisco StackWise Virtual

Cisco StackWise Virtual allows compatible Catalyst 9500 switches to operate as a single logical system. This technology can simplify network management while improving resiliency in enterprise core and aggregation deployments.

Intelligent Network Management and Automation

Cisco IOS XE provides programmable network operations and supports multiple management and automation methods. Network administrators can configure, monitor, troubleshoot, and automate infrastructure using Cisco management platforms and standard network protocols.

Ideal Applications

Enterprise Core Switching with 10G Fiber Connectivity

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A combines 16 high-speed 1/10G SFP+ interfaces, advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking, Cisco IOS XE, Network Advantage licensing, enterprise security, automation, and high-availability capabilities. It provides a powerful and scalable solution for enterprise core, campus backbone, aggregation, and high-speed network infrastructure.