Cisco- Catalyst 9500 Series Switches

  CISCO DISTRIBUTION SWITCH CATALYST 9500 SERIES SWITCHES  

FEATURES

• Fixed Core and Distribution Switches Built for Speed and Scale

• The Catalyst 9500 Series delivers high-performance 10G, 25G, and 40G fixed switching ideal for campus core, distribution, and advanced access-layer aggregation in enterprise networks.

• Enterprise-Grade Security and Resiliency

• Built with Cisco TrustSec, MACsec encryption, and hot-swappable redundant power and fans, the C9500 series ensures always-on security and operational continuity.

• Optimized for Automation and SD-Access

• Powered by Cisco’s UADP ASIC and IOS XE, the platform is ready for full-stack automation, model-driven programmability, and advanced telemetry via Cisco DNA Center.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Fixed 1RU and 2RU form factors

• Uplink options: 10G, 25G, 40G, or 100G (model dependent)

• UADP 3.0 ASIC with hardware-based segmentation

• Cisco StackWise Virtual and redundant power/fans

• Integrated security: TrustSec, MACsec-256, SGT support

• Full Layer 2/3 feature set including OSPF, BGP, PBR

• Support for SD-Access and Cisco DNA Center

• Modular uplink and power supply configurations

• Optional cold patching and ISSU (In-Service Software Upgrade)

  CISCO DISTRIBUTION SWITCH NEXUS 7000 SWITCHES  

FEATURES

• Modular Data Center-Class Switching for High-Density Distribution

• The Cisco Nexus 7000 Series delivers high availability, massive scalability, and advanced Layer 2/3 capabilities for enterprise distribution and campus core networks.

• Flexible Architecture with High Port Density

• Supports multiple I/O and supervisor modules with options for 1G, 10G, 40G, and 100G interfaces, allowing customized scaling for diverse traffic loads.

• Carrier-Class Resiliency and Virtualization

• Engineered with fabric redundancy, virtual device contexts (VDCs), and stateful failover to ensure uninterrupted uptime and secure multitenancy.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Modular chassis: 4-, 9-, 10-, and 18-slot models

• Line card options: 1G/10G/40G/100G Ethernet

• Redundant fabric modules and supervisors

• NX-OS software with VDC and ISSU support

• Fully redundant power and fan modules

• Advanced routing protocols: OSPF, EIGRP, BGP, IS-IS

• Integrated security, QoS, and multicast

• Fabric bandwidth: up to 17.6 Tbps (Nexus 7718)

• High availability with stateful switchover and in-service upgrades

  CISCO DISTRIBUTION SWITCH CATALYST 9600 SERIES SWITCHES  

FEATURES

• Modular Core and Distribution Platform for the Next-Generation Campus

• The Catalyst 9600 Series delivers secure, high-density switching with 40G/100G/400G readiness, built for evolving campus backbones and digital-ready enterprise environments.

• High Resiliency with Flexible Modular Design

• Supports redundant supervisors, line cards, fans, and power supplies, offering uninterrupted operations with advanced system-level resiliency.

• Cloud-Managed and SD-Access Optimized

• Deep integration with Cisco DNA Center enables intent-based networking, automation, and advanced telemetry—ready for AI-enhanced management.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Modular chassis: 6-slot and 10-slot configurations (C9606R, C9610R)

• Supervisor options: SUP-3 and SUP-3XL with UADP 3.0

• Line card options: 10G/25G/40G/100G/400G

• Up to 25.6 Tbps system capacity

• StackWise Virtual support

• MACsec-256, TrustSec, and segmentation support

• Redundant fans, power, supervisors, and fabric modules

• Full Layer 2/3 features with advanced routing and MPLS

• Powered by Cisco IOS XE and managed via Cisco DNA Center