C9500-24Q-A - Cisco switch with 24 Ports 40G,Network Advantage License
C9500-24Q-A
Price:US $17,378.00
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CISCO C9500-24Q-A Catalyst 9500 Series Switches

C9500-24Q-A

C9500-24Q-A is the Cisco Catalyst 9500 fixed core and aggregation switch with 24 QSFP+ 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports, two power-supply slots and Network Advantage licensing.

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C9500-24Q-A Buying Guide

C9500-24Q-A - Cisco switch with 24 Ports 40G,Network Advantage License is listed by YYST Global for buyers looking for CISCO Catalyst 9500 Series Switches. C9500-24Q-A is the Cisco Catalyst 9500 fixed core and aggregation switch with 24 QSFP+ 40 Gigabit Ethernet ports, two power-supply slots and Network Advantage licensing. The listed condition is New Factory Sealed. The reference price is US$ 17,378.00. Contact our sales team to validate compatibility, scope, fulfillment and lead time before ordering.

  • Model: C9500-24Q-A
  • Brand: CISCO
  • Category: Cisco Catalyst 9500 Series Switches
  • Condition: New Factory Sealed
  • Reference price: US$ 17,378.00

C9500-24Q-A Overview

C9500-24Q-A 24-Port 40G Network Advantage Switch

C9500-24Q-A is the higher-density Q-interface member of this Catalyst 9500 generation. Cisco identifies it as a 24-port 40G switch with Network Advantage; the chassis provides two power-supply slots for a separately validated power design.

Plan the 24-port 40G fabric

Build a port map before ordering optics: identify every QSFP+ optic or breakout assembly, fiber type, peer, link speed and redundancy role. The related C9500-12Q-A has 12 native 40G ports, so it is the lower-density choice when the additional twelve cages and their cabling are not required.

Breakout depends on the software release

Cisco documentation for the C9500-24Q has changed over the product lifetime regarding which interfaces support 4x10G breakout. Record the intended IOS XE release and validate the supported breakout port set in that release before buying QSFP-to-SFP+ assemblies; do not assume all 24 ports provide identical breakout behavior.

Network Advantage is the software tier

The -A suffix identifies Network Advantage rather than a promise that optics, cables or a particular power supply are included. Match the permanent network license, any Cisco subscription entitlement, Smart Licensing state and required routing or fabric features to the serial number during acceptance.

Lifecycle and migration

Cisco ended sale of the C9500-24Q family on April 30, 2024 and lists April 30, 2029 as the last support date. The official migration reference points to C9500-32C. A purchase record should therefore include support eligibility, software compatibility, spare strategy and an approved replacement design.

Official sources: Cisco Catalyst 9500 data sheet, Cisco Catalyst 9500 hardware guide, Cisco IOS XE interface guide and Cisco C9500-24Q lifecycle notice.

C9500-24Q-A Specification

Exact model / SKUC9500-24Q-A
Exact PIDC9500-24Q-A
Fixed data ports24 x QSFP+ 40 Gigabit Ethernet
Power architecture2 power-supply slots; verify installed PSU PID, airflow and redundancy
Software tierNetwork Advantage (-A)
Breakout gate4x10G support and eligible port set must be checked against the intended IOS XE release
LifecycleEnd of sale April 30, 2024; last support April 30, 2029
Migration referenceCisco lists C9500-32C; validate optics, capacity and feature parity
Acceptance gatePID/serial, IOS XE, licenses, PSU/fans, optics, breakout map, support and migration record
Source matchC9500-24Q-A: exact 24-port 40G Network Advantage PID, two PSU slots, release-specific breakout and lifecycle verified
Official manufacturer referenceCisco official Catalyst 9500 data sheet

C9500-24Q-A Ordering Information

This listing is a software license, subscription or support entitlement rather than standalone hardware. Confirm the covered device model, service level, contract duration, activation region, start date and delivery method before ordering.

This listing is an accessory or component and may not include the main device. Confirm the supported platform, connector or form factor, included quantity, hardware revision and required mounting or installation parts before ordering.

C9500-24Q-A FAQ

What does the C9500-24Q-A entitlement cover?

C9500-24Q-A - Cisco switch with 24 Ports 40G,Network Advantage License is listed as a CISCO license, subscription or support entitlement. Confirm the protected device or account, included services and exact contract term on the quotation.

Is C9500-24Q-A a physical hardware appliance?

This listing should not be assumed to include hardware. Confirm whether fulfillment uses an activation code, electronic entitlement, account registration or another vendor process.

What must be checked before ordering C9500-24Q-A?

Validate the parent device serial number or model, service start date, region, renewal eligibility, transfer restrictions and required vendor account before purchase.

What is the price of C9500-24Q-A?

The current reference price for C9500-24Q-A is US$ 17,378.00. Final pricing can change based on stock, quantity, configuration and delivery destination.

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