Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switch C9500-48Y4C-A

Overview

The Cisco Catalyst 9500 48Y4C (C9500-48Y4C-A) is a high-performance, enterprise-class core and aggregation switch designed for modern campus networks. It delivers advanced security, high-density 1/10/25G connectivity, and flexible uplinks with 40/100G ports, supporting high-speed data, voice, and video traffic.

The switch provides scalable Layer 2 and Layer 3 functionality, network segmentation, and policy-driven automation with Cisco DNA Center. Its modular architecture and high-availability features make it ideal for enterprise backbone deployments, data center interconnects, and next-generation network infrastructures.

Key Features

• 48 ports supporting 1/10/25G connectivity and 4 uplinks supporting 40/100G
• Advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 features for campus and enterprise backbone networks
• Support for Cisco DNA Center for network automation, assurance, and analytics
• Security features including MACsec encryption, access control lists, and segmentation
• High availability with redundant power supplies and system-level resiliency
• Programmable with APIs, automation frameworks, and Cisco IOS XE
• Optimized QoS and traffic shaping for mission-critical applications
• Energy-efficient design with optimized thermal performance
• Scalable for growing enterprise networks and high-performance workloads

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