Cisco's Catalyst 9000 family of switches represents a powerful set of network solutions designed for the modern, intent-based networking era. Offering everything from access-layer switches to core-layer aggregation, these devices come with distinct differences in capabilities, form factors, and use cases. Among these switches, the Cisco Catalyst 9300 and Cisco Catalyst 9500 are two of the most popular models, each designed for specific networking layers and needs. In this article, we will explor