Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A 16 Port Switch With C9500-NM-8X and Dual Power Supply C950016XA

Description:

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A 16-Port Switch with C9500-NM-8X Network Module and Dual Power Supply (C950016XA) is used in enterprise core and aggregation network infrastructures to deliver high-performance Layer 3 switching and advanced network management capabilities. Commonly installed in enterprise data centers, campus core networks, distribution layer network cabinets, and high-capacity IT infrastructures that require reliable high-speed connectivity. Network engineers, IT administrators, and system integrators use this switch for network core deployment, infrastructure upgrades, and replacement of legacy aggregation switches in large-scale enterprise and industrial communication networks.

Applications:

The Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X-A switch is used in enterprise and campus network environments where high-speed data aggregation and advanced routing capabilities are required. It is commonly deployed in core and distribution layers of enterprise networks, supporting high-bandwidth connections between access switches, servers, and data center resources. The switch is suitable for large office campuses, cloud-connected infrastructures, and high-demand IT environments that require scalable network performance, secure data transmission, and centralized network management.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): C9500-16X-A
• Product Type: Managed Enterprise Core Network Switch
• Series: Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series
• Total Ports: 16 × 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ Ports
• Network Module: C9500-NM-8X (8 × 10 Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports)
• Switching Capacity: Up to 960 Gbps
• Forwarding Rate: Up to 720 Mpps
• Network Layer Support: Advanced Layer 3 switching and routing
• Operating System: Cisco IOS XE Network Advantage
• Management Interfaces: CLI, SNMP, Web UI, and centralized network management platforms
• Security Features: Access control lists (ACL), network segmentation, secure management protocols
• Power Supply: Dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies
• Cooling System: Hot-swappable fan modules
• Mounting Type: Rack-mountable chassis
• Typical Installation: Enterprise core networks, data center aggregation layers, high-capacity campus network infrastructures

Common Replacements:

• Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Y4C Core Switch
• Cisco Catalyst C9600 Series Core Switch
• Cisco Catalyst C9300-48UXM Network Switch