C9500 24X E High-Performance Cisco 24-Port SFP+ Aggregation Switch
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-24X-E is a high-performance 1RU fixed-core switch designed for enterprise campus core and aggregation layers. Featuring 24 10G SFP+ ports, it delivers industry-leading performance, high availability, and superior scalability. This switch runs on Cisco IOS XE and is built for secure, resilient, and programmable network infrastructures.
Product Details
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | C9500-24X-E |
| Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Ports | 24 x 10G SFP+ |
| Throughput | Up to 480 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 357.14 Mpps |
| Switching Capacity | 960 Gbps |
| Redundancy | Dual redundant power supplies and fans |
| Software | Cisco IOS XE with advanced security and automation features |
| StackWise Virtual | Supported |
| MAC Addresses | Up to 64,000 |
| ACL Scale | 4,000 |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17.5 x 17.5 x 1.73 in (44.5 x 44.5 x 4.4 cm) |
| Weight | ~16.8 lbs (7.6 kg) |
Product Features
High-density 10G switching for enterprise core and aggregation
Full redundancy with hot-swappable components
Enhanced network security with TrustSec and MACsec
Supports StackWise Virtual for simplified management
Supports Cisco DNA Center, automation, and analytics
Energy-efficient design with intelligent power management
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Ports | Throughput | StackWise Virtual | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9500-24X-E | 24 x 10G SFP+ | 480 Gbps | Yes | Enterprise core, aggregation |
| C9500-24Y4C-E | 24 x 25G + 4 x 100G | 1.6 Tbps | Yes | High-performance aggregation |
| C9500-16X-E | 16 x 10G SFP+ | 320 Gbps | Yes | Mid-size core switching |
| C9500-32QC | 32 x 40G QSFP+ | 2.56 Tbps | Yes | High-scale data center deployment |
Latest Models Comparison (Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series)
| Model | Ports | Throughput | Launch Year | Application |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9500X-28C8D | 28 x 100G + 8 x 400G | 6.4 Tbps | 2023 | Next-gen enterprise aggregation |
| C9500X-60L4D | 60 x 25G + 4 x 100G | 3.2 Tbps | 2023 | Scalable core layer switching |
| C9500-48Y4C | 48 x 25G + 4 x 100G | 2.0 Tbps | 2022 | High-bandwidth campus aggregation |
| C9500-24Y4C-E | 24 x 25G + 4 x 100G | 1.6 Tbps | 2021 | Modern enterprise aggregation |



