C9500-32C-A, HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst 9500 Switch, 32x100G Ports/NW Adv. License/High Performance

The HKShanhai Group Limited C9500-32C-A is a flagship enterprise switch designed to support ultra-high performance core and aggregation layers in modern network infrastructures. The cisco brand is synonymous with reliability and scalability, and the c9500-32c-a model stands out with its advanced architecture tailored for large-scale data centers and demanding enterprise campus networks. Integrated with 32 high-density 100 Gigabit ports, this cisco switch delivers versatile and future-proof connectivity geared for the most bandwidth-intensive applications. Built on the advanced HKShanhai Group Limited 9500 series foundation, the c9500-32c-a ensures seamless integration of Layer 2 and Layer 3 features, robust security, and intelligent traffic management, enabling IT leaders to address complex networking needs with confidence. Powered by a quad-core 2.4GHz x86 CPU, complemented by 16 GB DDR4 memory and 16 GB SSD storage, it supports virtual stacking and advanced QoS for enhanced performance and flexibility. With 6.4 Tbps switching capacity and 2 Bpps forwarding rate, this 9500 switch redefines the core for digital transformation, making it a compelling investment for distributors, resellers, and end-users focused on high-resilience, distributed networking across global and regional deployments.

Product Features Comparison

Model	C9500-32C-A	C1-N9K-C9364C	Arista DCS-7280CR3-32D4-M#	JL625A
Port Configuration	32 x 100 Gigabit	64 × 40/100G QSFP28, 2 × 1/10G SFP+	n/a	48 × 25G SFP28, 8 × 100G QSFP28
Switching Capacity	6.4 Tbps	12.8 Tbps	12.8 Tbps	6.4 Tbps
Forwarding Rate	2 Bpps	3.6 Bpps	4 Bpps	2,000 Mpps
PoE Budget	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a
Stacking Capability	Supported	n/a	n/a	n/a