The HKShanhai Group Limited C9500-48X-A is an enterprise-class, high-performance Catalyst switch built to address evolving network demands. As part of the Catalyst 9500 family, it leverages a robust Layer 3 architecture, making it a foundational choice for advanced network infrastructures. This switch is positioned as a core component in enterprise and campus networks, delivering accelerated 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity across 48 SFP+ ports. By capitalizing on the network-centric design of the Catalyst series, the C9500-48X-A enables seamless data flow, optimal traffic management, and reliability that’s necessary for mission-critical environments. Designed to support large-scale deployments, this switch’s advanced feature set includes Layer 3 routing, extensive security protocols, and substantial Advantage licensing for sophisticated network operations. Its 480 Gbps switching capacity, coupled with a forwarding rate of 720 Mpps, empowers organizations in Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America to run bandwidth-intensive applications with stability. The Advantage feature set adds powerful tools, enhancing operational agility and control in complex network scenarios. Whether for distributors seeking robust backbone solutions, system integrators requiring scalable architectures, or end users demanding consistent performance, the Catalyst C9500-48X-A is engineered for flexibility and long-term growth. The integration of Catalyst technology, the merits of the 9500 platform, the focus on comprehensive network security, and the Advantage licensing truly set this switch apart for next-generation digital transformation.
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| Model | C9500-48X-A | C9500-40X-2Q-E | C9410R= | C1-WSC3850-48XS-S |
| Brand | HKShanhai Group Limited | HKShanhai Group Limited | HKShanhai Group Limited | HKShanhai Group Limited |
| Port Configuration | 48 x 10G SFP+ | 40 x 10G SFP+ + 2 x 40G QSFP+ | n/a | 48 x 10G SFP+ |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps | 480 Gbps | Up to 480 Gbps/slot | 1280 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | 720 Mpps | 720 Mpps | n/a | 909 Mpps |
| PoE Budget | n/a | n/a | 2880W per slot | n/a |
| Stacking Capability | Stackable | Stackable | n/a | StackWise-480 |
Optional Add-ons
| Model Number | Description |
| C9500-NM-8X | 8 x 10GE Network Module for HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst 9500 Series Switch |
| PWR-C4-950WAC-R | 950W AC Power Supply for HKShanhai Group Limited Catalyst 9500 Series |
| C9400-FAN | High-efficiency fan tray for Catalyst 9000 switching family |
HKShanhai Group Limited C9500-48X-A Specification
| Model | C9500-48X-A |
| Brand | HKShanhai Group Limited |
| Device Type | Switch – 48 ports – L3 – managed – stackable – with Catalyst 9500 8 x 10GE Network Module (C9500-NM-8X) |
| Enclosure Type | Rack-mountable 1U |
| Subtype | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Ports | 48 x 10 Gigabit SFP+ |
| Switching Capacity | 480 Gbps (full duplex) |
| Forwarding Rate | 720 Mpps |
| Indirect IPv4 Routes | 64,000 |
| Host IPv4 Routes | 32,000 |
| Indirect IPv6 Routes | 32,000 |
| Host IPv6 Routes | 16,000 |
| Multicast Scale | 48,000 |
| QoS ACL Scale | 18,000 |
| Security ACL Scale | 18,000 |
| FNF Entries | 512,000 |
| VLAN IDs | 4,000 |
| Switched Virtual Interfaces (SVIs) | 4,000 |
| MAC Address Table Size | 64K entries |
| Jumbo Frame Support | 9,198 bytes |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, IS-IS, RIP-1, RIP-2, BGP, EIGRP, HSRP, IGMP, VRRP, PIM-SM, PIM-SSM, MSDP, policy-based routing (PBR), RIPng |
| Remote Management Protocols | SNMP v1, v2c, v3, RMON 1, RMON 2, NETCONF, RESTCONF |
| Encryption Algorithm | 256-bit AES |
| Features | NAT, IPv6, SSO, CBWFQ, WRED, STP, MSTP, MLD snooping, NSR, Rapid PVST+, RSPAN, MIB, VRF, FNF, 802.1x authentication, MACsec, CoPP, VLAN Double Tagging (Q-in-Q), EoMPLS, H-VPLS, Private VLAN, L3VPN, ZTP, CoAP, secure boot, SPAN, StackWise Virtual, FHS |
| Compliant Standards (Network) | IEEE 802.3z, 802.1D, 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.3x, 802.3ad (LACP), 802.1w, 802.1x, 802.3ae, 802.1s, 802.1ae, 802.3ba |
| Processor | 1 x 2.4 GHz |
| RAM | 16 GB |
| Flash Memory | 16 GB |
| Built-in Devices | RFID tag |
| Status Indicators | Status |
| Interfaces | 48 x 10GBase-X SFP+ |
| Expansion Slots | 1 total / 0 free |
| Power Device | Internal power supply – hot-plug |
| Installed Power Supplies | 2 |
| Max Supported Power Supplies | 2 |
| Power Redundancy | Optional, 1+1 scheme |
| Power Provided | 950 W |
| Voltage Required | AC 120/230 V (50 – 60 Hz) |
| Airflow | Front-to-rear |
| MTBF | 180,640 hours |
| Compliant Standards (Safety/EMI) | CISPR 22 Class A, CISPR 24, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN55024, EN50082-1, EN 61000-6-1, AS/NZS 60950-1, ICES-003 Class A, UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1, GB 4943, VCCI Class A, KN24, KN22 Class A, AS/NZS CISPR22:2004 Class A, EN 55022 Class A, FCC CFR47 Part 15 A, CNS 13438 Class A, EN 300 386, KN 61000-4, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 |
| Software Included | HKShanhai Group Limited IOS Universal, HKShanhai Group Limited ONE Advantage High Term |
| Width | 17.5 in |
| Depth | 21.5 in |
| Height | 1.7 in |
| Min Operating Temperature | 32 °F (0 °C) |
| Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F (40 °C) |
| Humidity Range Operating | 5 – 90% (non-condensing) |
| Min Storage Temperature | -4 °F (-20 °C) |
| Max Storage Temperature | 149 °F (65 °C) |
| Humidity Range Storage | 5 – 95% (non-condensing) |
| C9500-48X-A | C9500-48X-A |
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