A9K-40GE-TR Cisco ASR 9000 40-port GigE Line Card, Packet Transport Optimized
Cisco ASR 9000 40-Port Gigabit Ethernet Line Card – Packet Transport Optimized for High-Performance Networking
Scalable Cisco ASR 9000 Series Line Card with 40×Gigabit Ethernet Ports and Advanced Transport Features
Cisco A9K-40GE-TR – 40-Port Gigabit Ethernet Line Card for ASR 9000 Series
The Cisco A9K-40GE-TR is a high-performance 40-port Gigabit Ethernet line card designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. Built for scalability, flexibility, and carrier-grade reliability, this line card is an ideal solution for service providers and enterprises demanding advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 services.
With support for 40 × 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports or a mixed configuration of 4 × 10-Gigabit Ethernet and 16 × 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports, the A9K-40GE-TR offers unmatched port density and flexible deployment options. It delivers wire-speed forwarding for IPv4 and IPv6 traffic while supporting MPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN, and advanced QoS features for optimized network performance.
The Cisco A9K-40GE-TR integrates seamlessly with Cisco IOS XR software, enabling robust management, automation, and security. With full redundancy and compatibility across ASR 9010, 9006, 9904, 9910, and 9922 chassis, it ensures high availability and long-term scalability for growing network demands.
Whether deployed in data centers, metro networks, or large-scale enterprise backbones, the A9K-40GE-TR delivers the reliability, flexibility, and performance required to power next-generation services.
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Product Specifications: Cisco A9K-40GE-TR – 40-Port Gigabit Ethernet Line Card
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| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | Modular line card for Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers |
| Supported Platforms | Compatible with ASR 9010, ASR 9006, ASR 9904, ASR 9910, and ASR 9922 chassis |
| Total Ports | 40 × 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports |
| Port Configuration | Supports 40 × 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports OR 4 × 10-Gigabit Ethernet + 16 × 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports |
| Transceiver Support | Compatible with a wide range of Cisco SFP modules (SX, LX, ZX, DWDM, Copper) |
| Switching Capacity | High-speed, scalable architecture optimized for carrier-grade performance |
| Forwarding Performance | Wire-speed forwarding for IPv4 and IPv6 traffic |
| Layer 2 & Layer 3 Services | Advanced MPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN, QoS, ACLs, and traffic engineering support |
| Redundancy | Fully redundant system architecture (power, fabric, route processors) |
| Management Interfaces | CLI, SNMP, and web-based management; integrated Cisco IOS XR software |
| Virtualization Support | Supports Cisco Virtual Device Contexts (VDCs) for service isolation |
| Security Features | Integrated access control lists (ACLs), control plane policing, MACsec support (with select optics) |
| Power Consumption | Varies based on chassis, optics, and configuration |
| Operating Temperature | Standard Cisco ASR 9000 environmental specifications |
| Storage Temperature | Enterprise-grade durability for long-term storage |
| Weight | Varies depending on configuration and optics installed |
FAQs for Cisco A9K-40GE-TR
What is the primary function of the A9K-40GE-TR?
It serves as a high-performance Gigabit Ethernet line card optimized for packet transport in Cisco ASR 9000 series routers.
What transceivers are supported?
It supports various SFP transceivers for flexible fiber connectivity.
How does the A9K-40GE-TR improve network scalability?
It offers modular expansion with advanced traffic management features.
Is this line card suitable for service provider deployments?
Yes, it is designed for carrier-grade reliability and large-scale service provider applications.
What management options are available?
It supports CLI, SNMP, and Cisco IOS XR for streamlined network operations.
