Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-Port 25G/100G Switch

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches

SKU: CISCO-C9500-48Y4C-A-CATALYST-9500-48-25G | Part #: CISCO-C9500-48Y4C-A-CATALYST-9500-48-25G | MPN: CISCO-C9500-48Y4C-A-CATALYST-9500-48-25G

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About the Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-Port 25G/100G Switch

With a switching capacity of 6.4 Tbps and a forwarding rate of 2.4 Bpps, the Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A delivers line-rate performance across all ports, enabling high-speed data center and campus core deployments without bottlenecks. This Cisco enterprise-class switch combines density, throughput, and advanced security in a compact 1RU fixed configuration, making it the ideal choice for network engineers building scalable, high-performance infrastructure.

The C9500-48Y4C-A features 48 SFP28 downlink ports supporting 1G, 10G, or 25G speeds, plus 4 QSFP100 uplink ports for 40G or 100G connectivity—delivering flexible multi-speed architecture. Hardware-accelerated MACsec encryption runs at line-rate on all ports using 256-bit AES (IEEE 802.1AE), ensuring encrypted traffic moves at wire speed without performance penalty. The Cisco UADP 3.0 ASIC powers advanced services including VXLAN EVPN, full routing protocol support (BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, PIM Multicast), and comprehensive programmability via NETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC, and streaming telemetry. Redundant hot-swappable power supplies and flexible airflow options ensure high availability and operational simplicity in any data center environment. Management integration spans Cisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, Syslog, and NetFlow/IPFIX for unified visibility and control. For network architects and IT infrastructure teams evaluating enterprise switch platforms, part number CISCO-C9500-48Y4C-A-CATALYST-9500-48-25G represents a proven, standards-compliant solution with Cisco IOS XE and Catalyst 9500 series heritage. Contact Omnixon Global to request a quotation and explore deployment options for your organization.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Cisco
  • Series: Cisco Catalyst 9500
  • Downlink Ports: 48 × SFP28 (1G/10G/25G)
  • Uplink Ports: 4 × QSFP100 (40G/100G)
  • Switching Capacity: 6.4 Tbps
  • Forwarding Rate: 2.4 Bpps
  • Hardware MACsec: Yes — line-rate on all ports (IEEE 802.1AE, 256-bit AES)
  • Operating System: Cisco IOS XE

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Switches
SKUCISCO-C9500-48Y4C-A-CATALYST-9500-48-25G
Part NumberCISCO-C9500-48Y4C-A-CATALYST-9500-48-25G
ConditionNew
Interface100GbE
Speed100GbE
Manufacturer Part NumberC9500-48Y4C-A
SeriesCisco Catalyst 9500
Form Factor1RU fixed configuration
Total Ports52
Downlink Ports48 x SFP28 (1G/10G/25G)
Uplink Ports4 x QSFP100 (40G/100G)
Switching Capacity6.4 Tbps
Forwarding Rate2.4 Bpps
ASICCisco UADP 3.0
Operating SystemCisco IOS XE
Stacking TechnologyCisco StackWise Virtual
Hardware MACsec EncryptionYes — line-rate on all ports (IEEE 802.1AE, 256-bit AES)
VXLAN EVPN SupportYes
ProgrammabilityNETCONF, RESTCONF, gRPC, streaming telemetry, OpenConfig
Routing ProtocolsBGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, PIM Multicast
Power SuppliesHot-swappable redundant (field-replaceable)
Airflow OptionsPort-side intake (front-to-back) and port-side exhaust (back-to-front)
License TierAdvantage (A)
ManagementCisco DNA Center, CLI, SNMP, Syslog, Netflow/IPFIX
Compliance StandardsIEEE 802.1Q, 802.1X, 802.3ad LACP, 802.1AE

Frequently Asked Questions about Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-Port 25G/100G Switch

What does the Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-Port 25G/100G Switch do?

The Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-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 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-Port 25G/100G Switch?

Key specifications for the Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-Port 25G/100G Switch: new condition; series Catalyst 9500; ports 48x 25G SFP28; software Network Advantage (A); role Core/Aggregation; features Full L3. Manufacturer part number CISCO-C9500-48Y4C-A-CATALYST-9500-48-25G. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-Port 25G/100G Switch compatible with my infrastructure?

The Catalyst 9500 C9500-48Y4C-A 48-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.