C9500-32C-A – 24 Ports – 4×100G uplinks – core and distribution switch

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C9500-32C-A Description

Cisco Catalyst C9500-32C-A—often called the Cisco 9500 32C Advantage switch—is a 1 RU fixed-core platform that delivers 32 QSFP28 ports of wire-rate 100-Gigabit Ethernet (or 40 G, or 4 × 25 G/10 G breakout) for modern enterprise, campus, and metro cores. Built on Cisco’s UADP-3.0 ASIC, it provides 6.4 Tbps switching, 4.8 Bpps forwarding, line-rate MACsec-256 encryption, and Cisco DNA Advantage software for SD-Access automation, encrypted traffic analytics, and telemetry. Dual hot-swap 1 600 W PSUs and N+1 modular fans keep uptime high, while IOS XE APIs integrate cleanly with Ansible, Terraform and Cisco DNA Center for zero-touch operations.

Product Performance

Ethernet Ports
Switching capacity
Forwarding rate

Model Meaning

Code

Meaning

C

Cisco Catalyst family

9500

9500 Series fixed-core/aggregation switch

32C

32 × QSFP28 ports (100 G/40 G capable)

A

Advantage hardware SKU (ships with Cisco DNA Advantage term licence)

Key Features

Dense 32 × QSFP28 fabric

native 100 G/40 G or 4 × 25 G breakout per port lets one rack-unit switch aggregate up to 128 25-G links for spine/leaf scale.

6.4 Tbps non-blocking ASIC

UADP-3.0 silicon forwards 4.8 Bpps at wire rate, ensuring loss-free performance for AI/ML clusters, hybrid-cloud and latency-critical apps.

MACsec-256 + TPM

hardware-level 256-bit encryption and Secure Boot protect data and firmware, satisfying zero-trust, financial and government compliance mandates.

Hot-swap PSUs & fans

dual 1 600 W AC/DC supplies and N+1 fans with front-to-back or reverse airflow enable continuous operations in dense or harsh wiring closets.

Cisco DNA Advantage licence

unlocks SD-Access fabric, encrypted traffic analytics, and assurance dashboards without external controllers, cutting OPEX and rollout time.

Rich programmability

IOS XE offers NETCONF/RESTCONF, gNMI and model-driven telemetry for seamless DevNet integration with Ansible, Python, or Terraform pipelines.

Applications Scenarios

Enterprise/campus core

requiring high-density 100 G aggregation with policy-based segmentation.

Data-centre spine

needing wire-rate MACsec for secure east-west 100 G fabrics.

Service-provider metro edge

upgrading 40 G rings to 100 G with flexible breakout for 25 G access.

Product Comparison

Parameter

C9500-32C-A

C9500-32C-E

C9500-32QC-A

Licence Tier

Advantage

Essentials

Advantage

Downlink Ports

32 × QSFP28

32 × QSFP28

32 × QSFP28 (16 × 100 G or 32 × 40 G)

Max Speed / Port

100 G

100 G

100 G (top row)

Breakout Support

4 × 25 G/10 G

4 × 25 G/10 G

Not supported

Switching Capacity

6.4 Tbps

6.4 Tbps

6.4 Tbps

Forwarding Rate

4.8 Bpps

4.8 Bpps

4.8 Bpps

MACsec-256

Yes

Yes

Yes

Typical Power Draw

≈ 750 W

≈ 750 W

≈ 730 W

PSU Options

1 600 W AC/DC

1 600 W AC/DC

650 W / 1 600 W AC

Dimensions (H×W×D)

1 RU, 44.5 × 437 × 457 mm

Same

1 RU, 44.5 × 437 × 457 mm

Weight

≈ 9.9 kg

≈ 9.9 kg

≈ 10 kg

StackWise-Virtual

Yes (2 × 100 G)

Yes

Yes

C9500-32C-A Switch Rear Panel

The switch rear panel includes StackWise connectors, StackPower or XPS connectors, ports, fan modules, and power supply modules.

1

Power supply modules

7

Fan 3

2

Fan modules

8

Fan 2

3

Grounding pad

9

Fan 1

4

SATA SSD module

10

Fan 0

5

PSU 1

11

PSU 0

6

Fan 4

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Rear Panel of a Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switch

Components Delivered in the Shipping Box

The shipping box contains the model of the switch you ordered and other components needed for installation. Some components are optional, depending on your order.

1

Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series switch with optional network module1 (power supply and fan modules not shown)

7

Eight number-8 Phillips flat-head 0.312″ long screws

2

Product documentation and compliance document

8

Two M4.0 x 20mm Phillips pan-head screws (Black color)

3

Two 19-inch mounting brackets

9

Ground lug and two M4.0 x 8mm Phillips pan-head screws

4

Two Cable guides

10

(Optional) AC power cord2

5

Four number-12 pan-head 0.50″ long screws

11

(Optional) RJ-45 console cable1

6

Four number-10 pan-head 0.625″ long screws

12

(Optional) USB console cable1

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Quality Certifications

Specifications

Parameter Value Parameter Value
Product ID C9500-32C-A Series Catalyst 9500 High-Performance
Ports 32 × QSFP28 Port Speeds 100 G/40 G; 4 × 25 G/10 G breakout
Switching Capacity 6.4 Tbps Forwarding Rate 4.8 Bpps
ASIC / CPU UADP-3.0; 4-core x86 System Memory 16 GB DRAM
Flash / SSD 32 GB eMMC + optional SATA SS MAC Addresses 128 K
VLANs 4 K ACL Entries 32 K (IPv4/IPv6)
Encryption Line-rate MACsec-256 Secure Boot TPM 2.0-based Trust Anchor
Stacking / Virtual StackWise-Virtual (2 × 100 G) SD-Access Fabric Edge/Core ready
Licence Tier DNA Advantage APIs NETCONF, RESTCONF, gNMI, GNMI-gRPC
PSUs Supported 1 600 W AC/DC hot-swap Redundancy N+1 PSU / N+1 Fans
Fan Modules 5 (or 6) modular fans Airflow Options Front-to-Back or Back-to-Front
Typical Power ≈ 750 W @ 50 % load Heat Dissipation ≈ 2 560 BTU/hr
Sound Power ≤ 76.7 dB LWAd Operating Temp 0 – 40 °C
Relative Humidity 5 – 90 % (non-cond.) Operating Altitude Up to 1 800 m
Dimensions 1 RU, 44.5 × 437 × 457 mm Weight ≈ 9.9 kg
Management Ports 1 × RJ-45, 1 × USB 3.0 Console Ports USB-C & RJ-45
Compliance CE, UL, NEBS-3 (option) Warranty Cisco Enhanced LLW

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    Cristian Brooks
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    5.0

    No compatibility issues, very reliable switch.

    Jasmin Allen
    Posted on 28/11/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Documentation is clear and thorough.

    Ronan Foster
    Posted on 12/11/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Arrived quickly, all ports active and easy to configure.

    Danna Perry
    Posted on 27/10/2023
    Verified Buyer
    4.0

    Highly recommended for DC core use.

    Darius Martinez
    Posted on 21/09/2023
    Verified Buyer
    5.0

    Layer23-switch.com confirmed config, very happy with result.

Questions & Answers

  • What troubleshooting steps fix failed ports on a C9500-32C-A?

    Check port status with “show interfaces”, reseat the cable or transceiver, and test with a different port.

  • Which power supplies come standard with the 32C-A model?

    Typically ships with dual 1600W or 2200W AC power supplies for redundancy.

  • What advanced features unlock with the Advantage tier on 32C?

    Features like SD-Access, advanced routing protocols, and segmentation policies are enabled.

  • Can the 32C-A be substituted by 32C-E plus a license upgrade?

    No, hardware editions are fixed; only licensed features change per tier.

  • What is the best practice for VRF deployment on 32x100G?

    Assign a unique VRF to each tenant or department and segment routing via dedicated uplinks.

  • How do you install and bootstrap Catalyst Software Subscription on 32C-A?

    Activate Smart Licensing, register the switch, and apply your purchased subscription key.

  • What licensing commands verify DNA Advantage on the switch?

    Use “show license summary” and “show license status” for current entitlements.

  • Which optics are bundled in DNA Advantage kits for 100G?

    Typically includes QSFP-100G-SR4 or QSFP-100G-LR4 transceivers, depending on kit.

  • What real-time telemetry features are available on 32C-A?

    NetFlow, model-driven telemetry, and streaming gRPC sensors are available with DNA Advantage.

  • How do I configure Cisco TrustSec on this model?

    Enable TrustSec globally, create SGTs, and apply on interfaces per Cisco config guides.

  • Which CLI command shows fabric link status on 32C?

    Use “show fabric status” or “show interfaces” for link and channel info.

  • Can the 32C-A run ACI+ full control-plane integration?

    Full ACI is not supported, but integration with policy-based SDN is possible.

  • What high-density deployment guides exist for 32C-A?

    Cisco’s CVD (Validated Designs) and high-density 100G deployment whitepapers are recommended.

  • How do I perform an in-place software upgrade?

    Use “install add file” then “install activate” to minimize downtime and preserve config.

  • Compare the 32C-A with the 24Y4C-A for performance per watt.

    32C-A offers higher aggregate throughput, but 24Y4C-A may be more energy efficient per port.

  • What replacement modules work if a 100G port fails?

    Replace with Cisco QSFP modules; see hardware guide for part numbers.

  • How do I enable DNA Center automation workflows on this switch?

    Onboard to Cisco DNA Center and enable Plug and Play/automation policies.

  • What are the recommended fan speeds for data-center deployment?

    Run fans at medium/high if ambient temp exceeds 35°C; monitor via “show environment.”

  • Which backup power topologies integrate with the 32C-A?

    Dual PSUs, UPS systems, and redundant power shelves are common.

  • How do I stage a recovery boot image on 32C-A flash?

    Copy a new image to flash and set as BOOT variable with “boot system flash:filename.bin.”

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