Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Q-E 24-Port 40G QSFP+ Managed Switch, Network Essentials

Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Q-E

24-Port 40G QSFP+ High-Performance Managed Switch

High-Density 40G Enterprise Switching

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Q-E is a high-performance enterprise-class managed switch designed for high-density aggregation, core and backbone network deployments. It provides 24 × 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports, delivering high-bandwidth connectivity for demanding enterprise infrastructures.

The switch operates on Cisco IOS XE and includes the Network Essentials software license. It provides advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, enterprise security, automation and programmability features for modern campus and core network architectures.

High-Performance Switching

The C9500-24Q-E delivers up to 2 Tbps switching capacity and up to 1 Bpps forwarding performance, providing the throughput required for high-density enterprise aggregation and core network traffic.

Cisco IOS XE and Network Essentials

The switch operates on Cisco IOS XE and includes a Network Essentials license. Cisco IOS XE provides a modern software platform for enterprise switching, routing, security, automation, programmability and network management.

Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 Networking

The Catalyst C9500-24Q-E supports enterprise Layer 2 and Layer 3 networking capabilities for scalable core and aggregation architectures.

Enterprise Network Security

Cisco security technologies help protect enterprise infrastructure, control network access and secure business-critical traffic.

Cisco StackWise Virtual

StackWise Virtual enables compatible Cisco Catalyst 9500 switches to operate as a single logical system, helping simplify management and improve resiliency in enterprise core and aggregation environments.

High Availability and Redundant Power

The C9500-24Q-E supports redundant power configurations for improved availability and serviceability. Its 1U rack-mountable form factor makes it suitable for enterprise network racks and professional infrastructure environments.

Intelligent Network Management

Network administrators can configure, monitor, troubleshoot and automate the C9500-24Q-E using Cisco management platforms, command-line tools and standard network-management protocols.

Ideal Applications

High-Density 40G Enterprise Switching

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Q-E combines 24 × 40G QSFP+ ports, high-performance switching, Cisco IOS XE, Network Essentials licensing, advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 capabilities, enterprise security, StackWise Virtual and intelligent network management. It provides a scalable platform for enterprise core, campus aggregation and high-bandwidth backbone networks.