Network teams that need to grow campus backbones without fragmenting control use Cisco Core Switching to keep access, distribution and core layers aligned as demand rises. It supports modular chassis where lifecycle, redundancy and line-card flexibility matter, and fixed-core options where teams need strong routing and segmentation without overbuilding the site.
In large buildings, server rooms and multi-floor offices, it helps keep voice, wireless, cameras and business systems separated while reducing redesign work and avoiding bottlenecks as links and endpoints expand.
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Cisco Catalyst C9407R Modular Chassis Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9410R Modular Chassis Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9500-16X 16-Port 10GbE Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9500-24Y4C 25GbE Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9500-32C 100GbE Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9500-40X 40-Port 10GbE Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9500-48Y4C 25GbE Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9500X-28C8D 100GbE Core Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9500X-60L4D High-Performance Core Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9606R Modular Core Chassis Switch
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Cisco Catalyst C9610R Modular Core Chassis Switch
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Data centre teams need campus backbones that can carry high volumes of server-room and inter-building traffic without creating bottlenecks. Cisco Core Switching supports this with 25GbE, 100GbE and 400GbE core and aggregation options for larger uplinks, redundant routing and future growth.
Production sites need to move large files, live event traffic and collaboration streams between edit suites, storage and review spaces. Cisco Core Switching gives teams high-throughput aggregation and core capacity so creative traffic can be consolidated without slowing the network down.
Large properties need to keep guest Wi-Fi, POS, room systems, IPTV, cameras and back-office networks separated while demand changes across floors and events. Cisco Core Switching provides resilient campus core and distribution capacity that helps teams support many small service areas from a shared network platform.
Hybrid offices need reliable inter-floor connectivity for video meetings, cloud applications and frequent desk or room changes. Cisco Core Switching supports these environments with scalable aggregation and segmentation, helping IT teams keep multiple floors and shared spaces easy to manage.
Hospitals need dependable network paths between wards, clinics, imaging, admin and guest services, with clear separation for regulated traffic. Cisco Core Switching gives clinical sites modular and fixed core options that help teams grow capacity, maintain availability and keep services organised.
Cisco Nexus Dashboard centralises management, automation and operational visibility across Cisco Nexus data centre fabrics. It helps infrastructure teams monitor performance, maintain policy consistency and coordinate operations across complex switching environments through one platform.
Explore Nexus Fabric ManagementCisco Secure Network Analytics uses network telemetry to provide visibility into traffic moving across access, core and data centre switching environments. It helps teams understand network behaviour, identify unexpected communication patterns and investigate activity that could indicate an operational or security issue.
Explore Switched Traffic VisibilityAs a certified UK Cisco partner, Steel City Consulting assesses, designs, deploys and supports Catalyst and Nexus switching environments. We help with platform selection, migration, configuration, optimisation, maintenance and phased lifecycle planning around performance, resilience and future growth.
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