C9500-24Y4C-A High-Performance Layer 3 Enterprise Aggregation Switch
Product Overview
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Y4C-A is a high-performance Layer 3 core and aggregation switch designed for enterprise networks. It features 24 ports of 25 Gigabit Ethernet and 4 ports of 100 Gigabit Ethernet, delivering scalable, low-latency connectivity with advanced routing and security capabilities powered by Cisco IOS XE.
Product Details and Features
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | C9500-24Y4C-A |
| Ports | 24 x 25G SFP28 |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x 100G QSFP28 |
| Switching Capacity | 3.6 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 2.68 Bpps (billion packets per second) |
| Layer Support | Full Layer 3 routing, including OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 17.5 x 17.5 x 1.73 in (44.5 x 44.5 x 4.4 cm) |
| Weight | Approx. 10.5 kg |
| Redundancy | Redundant power supplies and fans |
| Power Supply | Dual hot-swappable power supplies |
| Management | Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, Web UI |
| Ideal For | Enterprise campus core, data center aggregation, high-speed backbone networks |
Product Highlights
24 ports of 25G Ethernet and 4 ports of 100G Ethernet for high bandwidth
Industry-leading switching capacity and low latency for demanding applications
Advanced Layer 3 routing and security features with Cisco IOS XE
Redundant power supplies and fans for high availability
Integration with Cisco DNA Center for automation and simplified management
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Ports | Uplink Ports | Switching Capacity | Layer Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9500-24Y4C-A | 24 x 25G SFP28 | 4 x 100G QSFP28 | 3.6 Tbps | Full Layer 3 |
| C9500-48Y4C | 48 x 25G SFP28 | 6 x 100G QSFP28 | 7.2 Tbps | Full Layer 3 |
| C9500-24Q | 24 x 40G QSFP | 4 x 100G QSFP28 | 3.6 Tbps | Full Layer 3 |
Latest Models in the Same Series
| Model | Ports | Uplink Ports | Switching Capacity | Layer Support |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C9500-24Y4C-A | 24 x 25G SFP28 | 4 x 100G QSFP28 | 3.6 Tbps | Full Layer 3 |
| C9500-48Y4C | 48 x 25G SFP28 | 6 x 100G QSFP28 | 7.2 Tbps | Full Layer 3 |
| C9500-24Y4C-A-P | 24 x 25G SFP28 | 4 x 100G QSFP28 | 3.6 Tbps | Full Layer 3 |



