C9500-48X-E – 48x10G SFP+ Ports – 8x10G Module Bundle
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C9500-48X-E Description
C9500-48X-E is a Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series fixed core and aggregation switch bundle for campus distribution or aggregation designs that need high-density 10G fiber. It combines a 40-port 10G SFP/SFP+ base switch with an included 8-port 10G SFP/SFP+ network module under Network Essentials licensing, with published performance of up to 960 Gbps switching capacity and up to 720 Mpps forwarding rate.
Quick Specs
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Parameter |
Specification |
|---|---|
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Product ID |
C9500-48X-E |
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Product type |
Fixed core and aggregation switch bundle |
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Network license |
Network Essentials |
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Base PID |
C9500-40X |
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Bundled network module |
C9500-NM-8X |
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Base switch ports |
40 x 10G SFP/SFP+ |
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Network module ports |
8 x 10G SFP/SFP+ |
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Total 10G ports |
48 x SFP/SFP+ |
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Switching capacity |
Up to 960 Gbps |
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Forwarding rate |
Up to 720 Mpps |
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Default power supply |
PWR-C4-950WAC-R 950W AC |
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Minimum software release |
Cisco IOS XE Fuji 16.8.1a |
Product Performance
Key Features
The -E suffix maps this switch bundle to Network Essentials, so procurement can keep the hardware PID, network license tier, and Cisco DNA Essentials term in the same ordering path.
The C9500-48X-E combines the forty-port C9500-40X base switch with the 8-port C9500-NM-8X module, avoiding a separate module line when the design already needs all 48 10G SFP/SFP+ interfaces.
Cisco lists the C9500-40X as a fixed Catalyst 9500 platform with two power supply slots and support for 10G or 40G uplink network modules, making the bundle suitable for fixed campus core or aggregation roles.
Cisco release documentation groups the Catalyst 9500 Series base models under UADP 2.0, with the C9500-48X-E using that established hardware class rather than the high-performance UADP 3.0 models.
The chassis provides two power supply slots and supports AC or DC power supply planning, so the purchasing checklist should confirm the primary and secondary supply choices before shipment.
FAN-T4-R support for C9500-40X-class models gives operations teams a clear field-replaceable fan family to include in sparing and maintenance planning.
Application Scenarios
Use C9500-48X-E where distribution or aggregation blocks need a high 10G SFP/SFP+ port count and the feature requirement fits Network Essentials.
Choose this bundle when the upstream design does not require bundled 40G QSFP+ module ports and the extra module capacity should remain 10G SFP/SFP+.
This SKU fits refresh projects that want a fixed 1RU Catalyst 9500 platform, a single hardware line for 48 10G interfaces, and a license tier that does not step up to Advantage.
Product Comparison
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Parameter |
C9500-48X-E | ||
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Form Factor |
Fixed 1 RU switch bundle |
Fixed 1 RU switch bundle |
Fixed 1 RU switch bundle |
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Base PID |
C9500-40X |
C9500-40X |
C9500-40X |
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Base Port Count |
40 |
40 |
40 |
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Base Interface Type |
10G SFP/SFP+ |
10G SFP/SFP+ |
10G SFP/SFP+ |
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Network module |
C9500-NM-8X |
C9500-NM-8X |
C9500-NM-2Q |
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Network Module Port Type |
8 x 10G SFP/SFP+ |
8 x 10G SFP/SFP+ |
2 x 40G QSFP+ |
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Total 10G SFP/SFP+ Port Count |
48 |
48 |
40 |
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Bundled 40G QSFP+ Module Ports |
0 |
0 |
2 |
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ASIC |
UADP 2.0 |
UADP 2.0 |
UADP 2.0 |
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Switching capacity |
Up to 960 Gbps |
Up to 960 Gbps |
Up to 960 Gbps |
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Forwarding rate |
Up to 720 Mpps |
Up to 720 Mpps |
Up to 720 Mpps |
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Network license |
Network Essentials |
Network Advantage |
Network Essentials |
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Default power supply |
PWR-C4-950WAC-R 950W AC |
PWR-C4-950WAC-R 950W AC |
PWR-C4-950WAC-R 950W AC |
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Power supply slots |
2 |
2 |
2 |
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Fan modules |
FAN-T4-R, five individual fans |
FAN-T4-R, five individual fans |
FAN-T4-R, five individual fans |
- In a C9500-48X-E vs C9500-48X-A comparison, the hardware profile stays aligned at 48 total 10G SFP/SFP+ ports, while the order changes from Network Essentials to Network Advantage.
- The C9500-48X-E difference from C9500-40X-2Q-E is the bundled module: C9500-NM-8X adds eight 10G SFP/SFP+ ports, while C9500-NM-2Q adds two 40G QSFP+ ports.
- For buyers comparing C9500-48X-E vs C9500-40X-2Q-E, the model to choose depends on whether the approved topology needs more 10G fiber interfaces or bundled 40G QSFP+ uplinks.
Selection Guide
1. Choose it for Essentials 48-port 10G density
Select C9500-48X-E when the project needs 48 total SFP/SFP+ ports under a Network Essentials software scope.
2. Use C9500-48X-A for the same hardware with Advantage
If feature entitlement requires Network Advantage, keep the 48-port hardware plan and compare the -A SKU.
3. Compare C9500-40X-2Q when 40G uplinks are required
Move to C9500-40X-2Q-E if the design needs QSFP+ uplinks more than the additional 10G SFP/SFP+ ports.
4. Check optics and power entries before BOM approval
Validate 10G transceivers, PSU type, redundancy, power cords, rack clearance, and the Cisco IOS XE baseline before the purchase order is finalized.
Ordering Checklist
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Check Item |
What to Confirm |
Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
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Exact SKU |
Confirm C9500-48X-E, not C9500-48X-A |
The suffix controls Network Essentials versus Network Advantage alignment |
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Module Bundle |
Confirm C9500-NM-8X is the required module |
The bundle adds eight 10G SFP/SFP+ module ports |
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Port Requirement |
Confirm 48 total 10G SFP/SFP+ interfaces |
The C9500-48X bundle is for extra 10G density, not bundled 40G QSFP+ uplinks |
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Subscription term |
Select the matching Cisco DNA Essentials term |
Cisco ordering guidance requires a term software subscription with hardware |
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Power Supply Plan |
Choose AC or DC supplies and redundancy |
The chassis has two power supply slots for primary and secondary supply planning |
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Optics Check |
Validate SFP/SFP+ modules with Cisco compatibility documentation |
Optics should be checked before the BOM is released |
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Installation Fit |
Confirm 1 RU space and 21.5 in. chassis depth |
Rack clearance and cable routing affect installation readiness |
Optional Add-ons
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Model |
Description |
|---|---|
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PWR-C4-950WAC-R/2 |
950W AC Config 4 redundant power supply with front-to-back cooling |
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FAN-T4-R |
Catalyst 9500 Type 4 front-to-back cooling fan for C9500-40X |
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C9500-ACC-KIT-19I= |
19-inch rack mount accessory kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product ID | C9500-48X-E | Series | Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series |
| Product type | Fixed core and aggregation switch bundle | Network license | Network Essentials |
| Base PID | C9500-40X | Bundled network module | C9500-NM-8X |
| Port configuration | 40 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP/SFP+ ports and 8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP/SFP+ module ports | Total 10G ports | 48 |
| ASIC | Cisco UADP 2.0 | Switching capacity | Up to 960 Gbps |
| Forwarding rate | Up to 720 Mpps | DRAM | 16 GB |
| Flash | 16 GB | Power supply slots | 2 |
| Power supply options | PWR-C4-950WAC-R and PWR-C4-950WDC-R | Fan modules | FAN-T4-R, five individual fan modules |
| Rack units | 1 RU | Dimensions | 1.73 x 17.5 x 21.5 in. (4.4 x 44.5 x 56.7 cm) |
| Weight | 25.75 lbs (11.68 kg) with 2 power supplies and built-in fan | Acoustic noise | No greater than 68.3 LwAd dB |
| Minimum software release | Cisco IOS XE Fuji 16.8.1a |
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