The twelve QSFP+ positions form a compact 40G core, not a 10G SFP+ access platform. Decide breakout policy, port-channel layout and spare QSFP+ quantities before selecting transceivers.
Network Essentials must cover the intended routing design. A 24Q PID doubles the fixed QSFP+ count and requires a different cabling and capacity model.
Capture purchased PID, discovered base PID, chassis serial, any network module, power and fan direction, IOS XE release, port-speed mode, optics compatibility, base license, term entitlement and Smart Account destination. Retest after module, software or port-mode changes.
Official hardware evidence: Cisco Catalyst 9500 hardware product overview.
| Exact model / SKU | C9500-12Q-E |
| Exact order PID | C9500-12Q-E |
| Hardware configuration | 12 fixed 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports |
| License or order qualifier | Network Essentials |
| Receiving focus | Check QSFP+ optics, breakout policy, twelve-port core topology, power supplies and the Essentials software requirement before ordering. |
| Required validation | Chassis and module inventory, optics, port mode, software release, airflow, power, license and account destination |
| Substitution rule | Match port family, bundled module and exact license/order qualifier; neighboring C9500 PIDs are not automatic substitutes |
| Source match | C9500-12Q-E: C9500-12Q; 12 fixed 40-Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports; Network Essentials; twelve-port 40G Essentials core; exact port, module and order-boundary acceptance |
| Official manufacturer reference | Cisco Catalyst 9500 hardware product overview |
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C9500-12Q-E Cisco Catalyst 9500 switch order configuration is a CISCO Catalyst 9500 Series Switches product supplied by YYST Global for enterprise IT procurement and infrastructure projects.
Contact YYST Global to confirm availability for C9500-12Q-E, the required quantity, exact configuration, delivery destination and current lead time before ordering. A product listing does not confirm current inventory.
The current reference price for C9500-12Q-E is US$ 13,462.00. Final pricing can change based on stock, quantity, configuration and delivery destination.
Confirm the exact model suffix, interfaces, power option, software or licenses, included accessories, new factory sealed, warranty and destination requirements before ordering C9500-12Q-E.
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