Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series 12-Port SFP+ | Router, Enterprise Edge — CON-S2P-C8500L8X

Move edge traffic onto a platform built for high-speed optical connectivity and dense aggregation. The Cisco Catalyst 8500 Series 12-port SFP+ configuration gives network teams a practical way to connect multiple fiber uplinks while keeping the routing layer compact and manageable. Twelve SFP+ ports provide the density needed for environments that depend on fast handoffs to switches, firewalls, aggregation layers, or upstream WAN circuits. That makes this model a strong fit for enterprise edge designs where port count, fiber compatibility, and predictable expansion matter. It is especially useful when teams want to standardize on SFP+ for consistent optics, simplified spares, and cleaner network architecture. For procurement teams, the value is in matching capability to the job. Instead of paying for oversized chassis capacity or settling for lower-density appliances, this configuration supports a focused edge deployment with room for growth. It is a sensible choice for organizations that need reliable high-speed connectivity at the routing edge and want a platform that fits into a disciplined infrastructure plan. Ideal For Enterprise WAN edge aggregation with multiple fiber uplinks Campus core or distribution handoff points requiring SFP+ density Branch-to-data-center routing where optical connectivity is standard Network refresh projects replacing lower-density edge appliances Why This Product 1 12 SFP+ ports for higher edge density 2 Better fit for fiber uplinks than copper-only routers 3 Compact platform for enterprise WAN edge use 4 Useful where standardized optical connectivity matters