Cisco Catalyst C9500X-28C8D-A Switch | 28×100G + 8×400G Ports | Network Advantage | Enterprise Core Switch
Model Name : Cisco Catalyst C9500X-28C8D-A
Brand : Cisco
Key Features
Ultra-High-Density Design: 28 × 100G + 8 × 400G QSFP-DD ports.
Network Advantage License: Includes advanced Layer 3 routing (OSPF, BGP, VRF, PBR, QoS).
Cisco Silicon One Architecture: Low latency and wire-speed switching up to 25.6 Tbps.
StackWise Virtual Support: Combine two switches into one logical device for high availability.
Security Built-In: MACsec-256 encryption, secure boot, and runtime protection.
Energy-Efficient Operation: Optimized thermal management with variable-speed fans.
Cisco IOS XE: Modern, programmable OS with automation and telemetry support.
Redundant Hardware: Dual hot-swappable PSUs and fans for maximum uptime.
1 Year Warranty
Condition : New
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Cisco Catalyst C9500X-28C8D-A is a next-generation enterprise core and aggregation switch designed for high-capacity, low-latency, and secure network backbones. Equipped with 28 × 100 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 8 × 400 Gigabit QSFP-DD uplinks, it supports today’s dense data environments and future-ready architectures.
Powered by Cisco Silicon One and the Cisco IOS XE operating system, the C9500X-28C8D-A delivers wire-speed forwarding, enhanced automation, advanced telemetry, and comprehensive security. The Network Advantage software image unlocks full Layer 3 routing capabilities—OSPF, BGP, VRF, Policy-Based Routing, and more—making it ideal for large-scale campus cores or aggregation layers.
With StackWise Virtual, redundant hot-swappable power supplies, and MACsec-256 encryption, this switch ensures nonstop operation and data integrity. It’s engineered for organizations evolving toward 100G/400G networks that demand enterprise reliability, visibility, and automation.
Frequently Asked Questions For C9500X-28C8D-A
Q1. What does the “A” in C9500X-28C8D-A stand for?
A: It indicates the Network Advantage software image, which supports full Layer 3 routing, segmentation, and advanced security features.
Q2. How does the C9500X-28C8D-A differ from the C9500X-28C8D-E model?
A: The “A” model includes advanced routing (OSPF, BGP, VRF) and segmentation features; the “E” model offers foundational Layer 2/3 networking only.
Q3. Does the C9500X-28C8D-A support StackWise Virtual?
A: Yes. Two switches can operate as a single logical unit, improving redundancy and simplifying management.
Q4. Is this switch suitable for both campus and data-center cores?
A: Yes. It’s ideal for enterprise core, aggregation, and data-center deployments requiring 100G/400G speeds.
Q5. What security capabilities are integrated?
A: The switch includes MACsec-256 encryption, secure boot, image signing, and runtime protection for end-to-end data security.
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