9500 1Y DNA Essentials, HW - C9500-24Y4C-1E

The Cisco C9500-24Y4C-1E is an enterprise-class core switch engineered for flexibility, high throughput, and reliability in demanding infrastructure. As part of the Cisco Catalyst series, it leverages advanced programmability, allowing customized automation and streamlined management—key for modern networks driven by complex, evolving business needs. This switch is built with superior serviceability in mind, making maintenance and diagnostics efficient, while providing robust tools for rapid troubleshooting. By supporting a significant number of IPv4 and IPv6 routes, extensive ACL scaling, and massive forwarding rates, it addresses the realities of contemporary IoT deployments. Organizations benefit from seamless integration across data centers or campus environments, with hardware and software enhancements that ensure security and scalability. With the C9500-24Y4C-1E, distributed enterprises and service providers can confidently create programmable, high-speed infrastructures designed to support next-generation applications and the expanding realm of IoT. The switch’s balance between performance and manageability translates into optimal uptime and reduced operational overhead—a critical factor for businesses, system integrators, and IT solution providers throughout Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America. Supported by comprehensive Cisco DNA Essentials, this solution is perfectly positioned to excel in international enterprise networks, offering programmable automation capabilities, top-tier serviceability, and deep support for IoT device aggregation.

Product Features Comparison

Model	C9500-24Y4C-1E	C9500-24Y4C-E	C9500-12Q-A	C1-N9K-C92160-B18Q
Brand	Cisco	Cisco	Cisco	Cisco
Port Configuration	n/a	n/a	n/a	48 x 10/25G SFP28 + 6 x 40/100G QSFP28
Switching Capacity	Up to 2.0 Tbps	Up to 2 Tbps	Up to 960 Gbps	n/a
Forwarding Rate	Up to 1 Bpps	Up to 1 Bpps	Up to 720 Mpps	n/a
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a