Product Brief
The Cisco C9500-40X-A is a high-performance, 40-port 10G SFP+ switch from the Catalyst 9500 Series, engineered for enterprise campus core and aggregation networks. Featuring the Cisco DNA Advantage license, it provides advanced Layer 2/3 services, network automation, security, and full integration with Cisco SD-Access and DNA Center. The 1RU fixed-form factor makes it ideal for high-density fiber environments with scalable, secure, and cloud-ready infrastructure needs.
Product Details
The C9500-40X-A offers 40 x 10G SFP+ ports with up to 960 Gbps switching capacity and 720 Mpps forwarding rate. It supports a wide range of SFP/SFP+ transceivers for flexible deployment in fiber-based networks. Powered by Cisco’s UADP ASIC and running Cisco IOS XE, the switch delivers programmable capabilities, advanced analytics, and end-to-end network security. Redundant power supply and fan support ensure high availability, making it an ideal platform for mission-critical enterprise networks.
Key Features
40 x 1G/10G SFP+ ports in a compact 1RU design
Up to 960 Gbps switching capacity and 720 Mpps forwarding rate
Cisco DNA Advantage license for advanced automation and policy-based control
Supports Cisco SD-Access and integration with DNA Center
Enhanced security: MACsec, TrustSec, and Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA)
Built-in telemetry and model-driven programmability (NETCONF/YANG)
Redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and fans for high availability
Advanced Layer 2/3 features including BGP, OSPF, VRF, PBR, and multicast
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Model | C9500-40X-A |
| Ports | 40 x 1G/10G SFP+ |
| Form Factor | 1RU fixed |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 960 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 720 Mpps |
| Software License | Cisco DNA Advantage |
| Power Supplies | Dual redundant supported |
| Fans | Redundant, field-replaceable |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Security Features | MACsec, TrustSec, ETA |
| Management | Cisco DNA Center, NETCONF, RESTCONF, SNMP |
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Ports | License Level | Switching Capacity | Use Case |
| C9500-16X-A | 16 x 10G SFP+ | Advantage | 480 Gbps | Mid-size core/aggregation |
| C9500-40X-A | 40 x 10G SFP+ | Advantage | 960 Gbps | High-density fiber core and distribution |
| C9500-48Y4C | 48 x 25G + 4 x 100G | Advantage | 3.2 Tbps | Large-scale core/data center |
