Skip to content

Free US shipping on orders over $300 · Serving Westminster / Denver Metro

(464) 249-6143
Cisco C9500-16X-E Switch
Cisco C9500-16X-E Switch — photo 2
Cisco C9500-16X-E Switch — photo 3

Cisco SKU C9500-16X-E

Cisco C9500-16X-E Switch

Managed, Rack-mountable, 16 x 10G ports, No PoE (Data Only), Layer 3, Network Essentials License

Form factor1 RU
Switching capacityUp to 480 Gbps

$5,995.00

Ask an engineer about this model

Add several items, then request a quote at checkout.

  • Free US shipping on orders over $300
  • Manufacturer warranty
  • 30-day returns on unopened items

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-E Switch is designed for high-performance, scalable enterprise networks, offering reliable 10G Ethernet connectivity. With 16 non-blocking 10G Ethernet ports, this switch is ideal for core and aggregation layers in data centers and large campuses. Powered by Cisco’s Network Essentials license, it delivers essential routing, security, and automation features for seamless network operations.

Product FamilyCatalyst 9500
Product TypeEthernet Switch
Cisco IOS SoftwareNetwork Essentials
Number of Ports16
1G port density16+8*
10G port density16+8*
25G port density–
40G port density2
100G port density–
10G port density with breakout cable8*
25G port density with breakout cable–
FAN-T4-R (Max # of fans)Yes (5)
C9K-T1-FANTRAY (Max # of fans)No
Power Supply SelectionPWR-C4-950WAC-R or PWR-C4-950WDC-R
Input Voltage90 to 264 VAC
Dimensions (HxWxD) Inches1.73 x 17.5 x 21.52
Weight23.6 lb (10.7 kg)
Rack Units (RU)1 RU
Minimum Software RequirementsOpen Cisco IOS XE Software Release 16.8.1
IoT integration PTP (IEEE1588v2)–
Security MACsec-256, WAN MACsec–
DRAM16 GB
Flash Memory16 GB
Switching CapacityUp to 480 Gbps
Forwarding RateUp to 360 Mpps
Total Number of MAC addressesUp to 64,000
Total Number of IPv4 routes (Indirect Routes)Up to 64,000 indirect
Total Number of IPv6 (NDP and Direct Routes)Up to 40,000 host
Total Number of IPv6 routes (Indirect Routes)Up to 32,000 indirect
VLAN IDs4,094
Total Number of IPv4 Multicast RoutesUp to 32,000
Total Number of IPv6 Multicast RoutesUp to 16,000
QoS ACL ScaleUp to 18,000
Security ACL ScaleUp to 18,000
FNF entriesUp to 512,000
Jumbo Frame9,198 bytes
PVST Instances300
STP Virtual Ports (Port VLANs) for PVST13,000
STP Virtual Ports (Port VLANs) for MST13,000
Total Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs)1,000
Operating Temperature32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
Storage Temperature4° to 149°F (-20° to 65°C)
Operating AltitudeOperation up to 10,000 feet at 40°C; up to 6,000 feet at 45°C
Relative humidity operating and nonoperating (noncondensing)Ambient (noncondensing) operating: 5% to 90% Ambient (noncondensing) nonoperating and storage: 5% to 95%
Mean-time between failures (MTBF)315,790
Safety CertificationsUL 60950-1 CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 EN 60950-1 IEC 60950-1 AS/NZS 60950-1 GB4943
C9500-NM-8XCisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 8-port 1/10 Gigabit Ethernet with SFP/SFP+
C9500-NM-2QCisco Catalyst 9500 Series Network Module 2-port 40 Gigabit Ethernet with QSFP+
C9500- ACCKIT-19I=Accessory Kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series – 19″ rack mount
C9500- ACCKIT-23I=Accessory Kit for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series – 23″ rack mount
C9500- 4PT-KIT=Extension rails and brackets for four-point mounting for Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series
PWR-C4-950WAC-R950W AC Config 4 Power Supply front-to-back cooling
PWR-C4-950WDC-R950W DC Config 4 Power Supply front-to-back cooling
C9500-DNA-L-E-3YCatalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (3Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU
C9500-DNA-L-E-5YCatalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (5Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU
C9500-DNA-L-E-7YCatalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Essentials. low port density license (7Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU
C9500-DNA-L-A-3YCatalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (3Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU
C9500-DNA-L-A-5YCatalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (5Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU
C9500-DNA-L-A-7YCatalyst 9500 NW and Cisco DNA Advantage low port density license (7Y) for 12Q, 16X, 24Y4C SKU

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-E Switch is designed for high-performance, scalable enterprise networks, offering reliable 10G Ethernet connectivity. With 16 non-blocking 10G Ethernet ports, this switch is ideal for core and aggregation layers in data centers and large campuses. Powered by Cisco’s Network Essentials license, it delivers essential routing, security, and automation features for seamless network operations.

Key Features

  • 16 x 10G Ethernet Ports : Provides high-speed, non-blocking connectivity for demanding network environments.
  • Cisco StackWise Virtual Technology : Enables simplified management and redundancy across multiple switches.
  • Layer 3 Routing : Supports OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP for efficient routing and traffic segmentation.
  • Energy-Efficient : Compliant with IEEE standards, optimizing power consumption while maintaining top performance.
  • Network Essentials License : Unlocks core routing, security, and automation features for enterprise networks.

Technical Overview

  • Recommended for : Enterprise core networks, data centers, and large campuses.
  • Ports : 16 x 10G SFP+ ports
  • Switching Capacity : 480 Gbps
  • Forwarding Rate : 360 Mpps
  • Layer 3 Features : OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, MPLS, and VRF-Lite
  • Management : Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP, and Cisco DNA Center
  • Licensing : Network Essentials
  • Energy Efficiency : Complies with IEEE 802.3az standards for energy-efficient operations.

Related products

Get in Touch

Have questions about IT equipment or need a quote? Our team responds within one business day.

Add model numbers or details