Description
The Cisco Catalyst C9500-48Y4C-A is a high-performance fixed core and distribution switch for campus networks that need dense fiber connectivity, high Layer 3 scale, and Cisco IOS XE automation. It provides 48 SFP28 ports that support 1/10/25 Gigabit Ethernet plus four QSFP28 uplink ports for 40/100 Gigabit Ethernet aggregation, giving teams a compact 1RU platform for collapsed core, distribution, aggregation, and high-speed services edge roles. The -A suffix identifies Network Advantage licensing, which adds advanced routing, segmentation, and fabric features beyond the Essentials tier. With Cisco UADP 3.0 silicon, redundant power supply support, field-replaceable fans, StackWise Virtual, MACsec-256, and model-driven programmability, this SKU is intended for resilient enterprise designs where access blocks, wireless controllers, WAN edges, and server-facing aggregation need predictable bandwidth and consistent policy enforcement.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Model | C9500-48Y4C-A |
| Ports | 48x 1/10/25Gbps SFP28 & 4x 40/100Gbps QSFP28 Ports |
| Active Ports | 48 + 4 |
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) | Not Supported |
| Uplink Module Expansion Slots | Not Supported |
| Air Flow | Port-Side Intake |
| Power Supplies Installed | 2x 650W Redundant PSUs (2x C9K-PWR-650WAC-R) |
| Operating System | IOS-XE |
| Licenses Installed | Network Advantage |
