Cisco PWR-C5-600WAC — 600W AC Power Supply (Catalyst 9000 Series)
What it is
PWR-C5-600WAC is a Cisco AC power supply designed for Catalyst 9000 Series switches.
It’s a 600-watt AC power module that provides system and PoE power for supported Catalyst switches, enabling reliable operation and optional power redundancy in enterprise access and campus networks.
Why buyers pick PWR-C5-600WAC (plain English)
Reliable enterprise power
Delivers stable power for switch operation and PoE-connected devices.
Supports PoE deployments
Provides sufficient power budget for IP phones, wireless access points, and cameras (model dependent).
Hot-swappable design
Can be installed or replaced without powering down the switch.
Redundancy ready
Commonly deployed in pairs to provide power redundancy and higher availability.
Cisco-qualified compatibility
Designed specifically for Catalyst 9000 Series platforms to ensure proper airflow, power delivery, and monitoring.
60-second spec box (PWR-C5-600WAC)
Power supply type
AC power supply
Output capacity
600 watts
Input voltage
AC power (auto-ranging)
Form factor
Internal, hot-swappable module
Redundancy support
Yes (when paired with a second PSU)
Platform compatibility
Cisco Catalyst 9000 Series switches
Use case
Primary or redundant power for enterprise access and PoE switching.
Where it fits (and when to choose something else)
Perfect for:
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Catalyst 9000 access switches
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PoE and PoE+ edge deployments
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Networks requiring power redundancy
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Enterprise and campus environments
Choose something else if:
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You need higher PoE budget → higher-wattage PSU models
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You need DC power → DC power supply variants
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You’re deploying non-Catalyst platforms → platform-specific PSUs required
TL;DR
PWR-C5-600WAC is Cisco’s 600W AC power supply for Catalyst 9000 Series switches:
a hot-swappable, redundancy-ready PSU that delivers reliable system and PoE power for enterprise networks.
Key specifications
- Device Type: Power supply - hot-plug / plug-in module.
- Power Capacity: 600 Watts.
- Compatibility: Designed for Cisco Catalyst 9200 and 9200L Series switches. It is commonly used as a primary or redundant power source in models that provide PoE+, such as the C9200-24P-E and C9200L-24P-4G-E.
- Redundancy: Supports dual redundant power supply configurations when a second unit is installed in an available power bay.
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Input Voltage and Frequency:
- Input Voltage: 100 to 240 VAC (auto-ranging).
- Input Frequency: 50–60 Hz.
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Output Ratings:
- Voltage: 54V.
- Current: 11.1 Amperes.
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Thermal and Physical:
- Heat Dissipation: 2047.3 BTU/hr.
- Dimensions (H x D x W): 1.58 x 4.0 x 7.6 in (40.1 x 101.6 x 193 mm).
- Weight: 1.7 lbs (0.77 kg).
- Features: High efficiency, air-cooled with internal fan, and LED status indicators
