High-Performance 48-Port Cisco Switch With 100G Uplinks & SDN
Support - Catalyst 9500-48Y4C-E
The Cisco Catalyst 9500-48Y4C-E is a next-generation
enterprise-class switch designed for high-speed networking,
offering 48x multi-rate 1G/10G/25G SFP28 ports and 4x 40G/100G
QSFP28 uplinks for scalable connectivity. Built for core,
aggregation, and data center deployments, it delivers 1.2Tbps
switching capacity with wire-speed performance, ensuring seamless
handling of bandwidth-intensive applications like AI, cloud, and
IoT.
Key Features & Benefits
✔ Flexible High-Density Ports – Supports 1G, 10G, and 25G access
with 100G uplinks for future-proof scalability.
✔ SDN & Automation Ready – Runs Cisco IOS XE with RESTCONF/NETCONF
APIs, enabling seamless integration with DNA Center for
intent-based networking.
✔ Advanced Security – Features MACsec encryption (256-bit), Cisco
TrustSec, and Encrypted Traffic Analytics (ETA) for threat
detection.
✔ High Availability – Redundant power supplies (PSU) & fans, plus
StackWise Virtual for resilient multi-switch clustering.
✔ AI-Driven Analytics – Cisco DNA Assurance provides real-time
monitoring, predictive insights, and automated troubleshooting.
Technical Specifications (C9500-48Y4C-E)
| Category | Details |
|---|
| Ports | 48x 1/10/25G SFP28, 4x 40/100G QSFP28 (breakout to 4x25G/10G) |
| Switching Capacity | 1.2 Tbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 1.8 Bpps |
| Power Supplies | 2x Hot-swappable (1100W AC or 930W DC) |
| Security | MACsec, ETA, Cisco TrustSec, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) |
| Management | Cisco DNA Center, CLI, WebUI, REST APIs |
Ideal for enterprise networks, data centers, and campus backbones,
the Catalyst 9500-48Y4C-E combines performance, security, and
automation in a single platform. Its energy-efficient design
(Energy Efficient Ethernet) reduces operational costs while
supporting SDN, AI analytics, and zero-trust security for modern IT
infrastructures.
Why Choose This Cisco Switch?
Future-Proof – 25G/100G ready for Wi-Fi 6, 5G, and IoT expansion.
Simplified Operations – Automated provisioning and AI-driven
insights.
Trusted Reliability – Cisco’s flagship Catalyst series with 99.999%
uptime.
Upgrade to the C9500-48Y4C-E for a scalable, secure, and
intelligent network foundation.
