Description
The Cisco C9500-32C-A is part of the Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series, Cisco’s flagship fixed-core switching platform designed for next-generation enterprise core and aggregation deployments. Built for modern digital transformation initiatives, cloud computing, large-scale campus environments, and mission-critical business applications, the switch provides industry-leading performance and resiliency.
Featuring 32 high-density QSFP28 ports, the switch supports both 40G and 100G Ethernet connectivity, enabling organizations to build ultra-fast backbone infrastructures and high-capacity aggregation networks. Its wire-speed architecture delivers exceptional throughput for data-intensive applications and large-scale enterprise environments.
Powered by Cisco Network Advantage software, the C9500-32C-A unlocks advanced Layer 3 services including OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS, multicast routing, policy-based routing, VRF, MPLS capabilities, and advanced segmentation technologies. These features make it ideal for complex enterprise and service provider environments requiring maximum flexibility and scalability.
Built on Cisco IOS XE, the switch supports Cisco DNA Center integration, advanced telemetry, programmability, automation, Software-Defined Access (SD-Access), and real-time network analytics. Security technologies including MACsec encryption, TrustSec, Secure Boot, Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA), and ACL enforcement help protect critical infrastructures from evolving cyber threats.
The Cisco C9500-32C-A is ideal for enterprise campus cores, large-scale aggregation layers, cloud infrastructures, service provider networks, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, government agencies, and data center edge deployments requiring high-density 100G networking.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Cisco C9500-32C-A |
| Product Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Software License | Network Advantage |
| Switch Type | Enterprise Core Switch |
| Ports | 32 × 100G QSFP28 |
| Port Speeds | 40G / 100G Ethernet |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 / Layer 3 |
| Routing Features | OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS, VRF, PIM |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 6.4 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 2 Bpps |
| VLAN Support | Yes |
| QoS Support | Advanced QoS |
| Security Features | MACsec, TrustSec, ACL, ETA |
| IPv4 Support | Yes |
| IPv6 Support | Yes |
| Stack Support | StackWise Virtual |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Management | CLI, SNMP, Cisco DNA Center |
| Redundant Power Supply | Supported |
| Redundant Fans | Supported |
| Form Factor | 1RU Rack Mount |
| Application | Core, Aggregation, Data Center, Service Provider |
| Brand | Cisco |
Key Features
- 32 high-density 100G QSFP28 ports
- Supports both 40G and 100G Ethernet
- Cisco Network Advantage license
- Advanced Layer 3 routing protocols
- StackWise Virtual technology
- Cisco DNA Center integration
- MACsec and TrustSec security
- Enterprise-grade automation and telemetry
- Redundant power and cooling architecture
- Ideal for core and aggregation deployments
