Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-E 40-Port 10G SFP+ Managed Switch, Network Essentials

Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-E

40-Port 10G SFP+ Managed Switch with Network Essentials

High-Density 10G Enterprise Switching

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-E is a high-performance enterprise-class managed switch designed for core, distribution and aggregation network deployments. It provides 40 × 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP/SFP+ ports, delivering high-density fiber connectivity for modern enterprise infrastructures.

The switch operates on Cisco IOS XE and includes the Network Essentials software license. With its Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC, 960 Gbps switching capacity and 720 Mpps forwarding performance, the C9500-40X-E is designed for demanding enterprise network traffic and high-speed aggregation.

High-Performance Switching Architecture

The C9500-40X-E delivers up to 960 Gbps switching capacity and 720 Mpps forwarding performance. Its Cisco UADP 2.0 ASIC architecture provides hardware-accelerated packet processing for demanding enterprise network environments.

Cisco IOS XE and Network Essentials

The switch operates on Cisco IOS XE and includes a Network Essentials license. The software platform provides enterprise switching, routed access, security, automation and network-management capabilities.

Layer 2 and Layer 3 Networking

The C9500-40X-E supports enterprise switching and routed-access capabilities for scalable network deployments.

Enterprise Network Security

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

High Availability and Redundant Power

The C9500-40X-E supports redundant power configurations and enterprise high-availability technologies. It is designed as a 1U rack-mountable platform for professional network infrastructure.

StackWise Virtual

Compatible Cisco Catalyst 9500 configurations can use StackWise Virtual to provide a virtualized network system architecture, improving operational efficiency and resiliency in enterprise core and aggregation environments.

Intelligent Network Management

Network administrators can configure, monitor, troubleshoot and automate the switch through Cisco management platforms and standard management protocols.

Ideal Applications

High-Density 10G Enterprise Switching

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X-E combines 40 × 1/10G SFP/SFP+ ports, 960 Gbps switching capacity, 720 Mpps forwarding performance, Cisco IOS XE, Network Essentials licensing, enterprise security and high-availability capabilities. It provides a scalable solution for enterprise core, distribution and aggregation networks requiring high-density fiber connectivity.