A9K-MPA-2X40GE Cisco ASR 9000 2-port 40GE Modular Port Adapter
Cisco A9K-MPA-2X40GE ASR 9000 2-Port 40GE Modular Port Adapter
High-Speed Cisco ASR 9000 Modular Port Adapter with Dual 40G QSFP+ Connectivity
The Cisco A9K-MPA-2X40GE Modular Port Adapter is a high-performance networking module designed for Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers, delivering scalable and reliable 40 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for carrier-grade and enterprise network infrastructures. Built for high-bandwidth applications, this adapter provides flexible expansion for service provider edge, aggregation, and backbone deployments.
Featuring 2 × 40GbE QSFP+ ports, the A9K-MPA-2X40GE delivers up to 80 Gbps aggregate throughput, enabling high-speed data transport and low-latency packet forwarding for demanding network environments. Its modular design allows organizations to efficiently scale bandwidth capacity while maintaining operational flexibility within Cisco ASR 9000 platforms.
Designed for seamless integration with Cisco ASR 9001, ASR 9006, ASR 9010, and ASR 9922 routers, the module supports advanced networking technologies including Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, MPLS, IPv6, QoS, and intelligent traffic management. Powered by Cisco IOS XR, it also supports advanced automation, programmability, and service provider-grade operational capabilities.
The adapter supports QSFP+ optical transceivers for flexible fiber connectivity across metro Ethernet, WAN, and backbone infrastructures. Its hot-swappable design with Online Insertion and Removal (OIR) support allows maintenance and upgrades without interrupting network operations, ensuring high availability in mission-critical deployments.
Ideal for service provider core and edge networks, metro Ethernet infrastructures, telecom backbones, enterprise WAN environments, and high-speed aggregation deployments, the Cisco A9K-MPA-2X40GE delivers scalable performance, carrier-grade reliability, and flexible high-speed connectivity for modern network architectures.
Product Specifications – Cisco A9K-MPA-2X40GE 2-Port 40 Gigabit Ethernet Modular Port Adapter
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| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Cisco A9K-MPA-2X40GE Modular Port Adapter |
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems |
| Part Number | A9K-MPA-2X40GE |
| Product Type | Modular Port Adapter (MPA) |
| Product Series | Cisco ASR 9000 Series |
| Compatible Platforms | Cisco ASR 9001, ASR 9006, ASR 9010, ASR 9922 |
| Port Configuration | 2 × 40 Gigabit Ethernet |
| Interface Type | QSFP+ |
| Data Rate | 40 Gbps per port |
| Aggregate Throughput | Up to 80 Gbps |
| Ethernet Standards | IEEE 802.3ba 40GbE |
| Optics Support | QSFP+ transceivers required (not included) |
| Hot-Swappable | Yes (Online Insertion and Removal - OIR) |
| Form Factor | Plug-in modular adapter |
| Architecture | Modular carrier-grade networking architecture |
| Layer Support | Layer 2 and Layer 3 |
| MPLS Support | Yes |
| IPv6 Support | Yes |
| QoS Features | Advanced QoS and traffic prioritization |
| Traffic Management | High-performance packet forwarding |
| Latency | Low-latency forwarding architecture |
| Reliability | Carrier-grade continuous operation |
| Redundancy Support | Platform-dependent redundancy |
| Cooling | Chassis-based cooling |
| Power | Powered through ASR 9000 chassis |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XR |
| Management | CLI, SNMP, NETCONF/YANG |
| Automation Support | API and programmability support |
| Deployment Type | Service provider edge and backbone |
| Application | Aggregation, WAN edge, high-speed backbone |
| Scalability | Flexible modular expansion |
| Environment | Enterprise, telecom, ISP deployments |
| Condition | New / Refurbished / Cisco Certified |
| Use Cases | Metro Ethernet, core routing, WAN aggregation, telecom infrastructure |
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FAQs
Q1. How many ports are available on this module?
It provides 2 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports.
Q2. What type of optics are required?
It requires QSFP+ transceivers for 40G connectivity.
Q3. Which routers support this module?
It is compatible with Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers such as 9001, 9006, 9010, and 9922.
Q4. Is this module hot-swappable?
Yes, it supports online insertion and removal (OIR) for high availability.
Q5. What is the total throughput of this adapter?
It supports up to 80 Gbps aggregate throughput (40 Gbps per port).
