Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CISCO-C9500-24Y4C-E-CATALYST-9500-24-PORT-25G-100G | Part #: CISCO-C9500-24Y4C-E-CATALYST-9500-24-PORT-25G-100G
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About the Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch
The Cisco Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E is a high-performance 24-port switch offering 25G and 100G connectivity options, tailored for enterprise core and aggregation layers. With a Network Essentials license, it delivers essential high-speed features needed for demanding data center and campus network environments. The switch supports a variety of high-bandwidth uplinks, enabling seamless data transfer and future-proof scalability. Its advanced hardware architecture ensures reliable operation, low latency, and high throughput, making it ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications, data aggregation, and high-speed interconnects. The C9500-24Y4C-E integrates easily into existing Cisco networks, providing robust security, automation, and management features to optimize network performance and simplify operations.
- 24 ports with 25G and 100G uplink support
- Network Essentials license for core features
- High-speed connectivity for data centers and enterprise networks
- Supports multiple high-bandwidth uplinks for scalability
- Designed for high-performance, low latency operation
- Robust security and automation capabilities
- Seamless integration into Cisco networking environments
- Ideal for aggregation, core, and high-speed interconnects
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CISCO-C9500-24Y4C-E-CATALYST-9500-24-PORT-25G-100G |
| Part Number | CISCO-C9500-24Y4C-E-CATALYST-9500-24-PORT-25G-100G |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1RU Rack-mountable |
| Interface | 100GbE |
| Speed | 100GbE |
| Switching Capacity | 1.44 Tbps |
| Port Count | 24 x 25G/100G QSFP28 ports |
| Uplink Ports | 4 x 100G QSFP28 uplink ports |
| Performance | Up to 1.44 Tbps forwarding rate |
| Power Supply | Redundant Power Supplies (AC/DC options) |
| Form Factor | 1RU Rack-mountable |
| Network Protocols | Supports IPv4, IPv6, OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, and more |
| Management Interface | Cisco IOS XE Software, CLI, SNMP, REST API |
| Dimensions | Approx. 1.73 x 17.5 x 16 inches (H x W x D) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch
What does the Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch do?
The Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Juniper/Arista environments.
What are the headline specs of the Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch?
Key specifications for the Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch: new condition; model number C9500-24Y4C-E; switching capacity 1.44 Tbps; ports 24 x 25G/100G QSFP28 ports; uplink ports 4 x 100G QSFP28 uplink ports; performance Up to 1.44 Tbps forwarding rate; power supply Redundant Power Supplies (AC/DC options). Manufacturer part number CISCO-C9500-24Y4C-E-CATALYST-9500-24-PORT-25G-100G. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch compatible with my infrastructure?
The Catalyst 9500 C9500-24Y4C-E 24-Port 25G/100G Switch interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.