A9KV-V2-AC Cisco ASR 9000v-V2 44xGigE SFP/4x10GE SFP+ Ports, AC Power
A9KV-V2-AC Cisco ASR 9000v-V2 Router with 44x Gigabit Ethernet SFP and 4x 10GE SFP+ Ports, AC Powered
High-Density, Modular Aggregation Router for Metro and Enterprise Edge Deployments with Full SFP Support
The Cisco A9KV-V2-AC ASR 9000v-V2 Aggregation Router is a compact yet powerful 2RU platform designed for metro Ethernet, enterprise edge, and service provider networks that demand high density, superior resiliency, and carrier-grade performance. Equipped with 44 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports and 4 × 10GE SFP+ uplinks, this router delivers exceptional scalability for growing access and aggregation layers.
Powered by Cisco IOS XR, the A9KV-V2-AC supports advanced Layer 2/3 routing, MPLS, L2/L3 VPNs, Segment Routing, Hierarchical QoS, and MEF-compliant services—making it ideal for modern, high-performance service provider architectures. Its non-blocking 200 Gbps switching capacity ensures line-rate forwarding across all interfaces, even in dense traffic environments.
Designed for uptime-critical deployments, the ASR 9000v-V2 features redundant AC power supplies, hot-swappable fan trays, and sophisticated high-availability features such as ISSU, NSR, NSF, and BFD. With front-to-back airflow, NEBS/ETSI compliance, and automation-ready management (NETCONF/YANG, SNMPv3, ZTP, Cisco NSO), this platform integrates seamlessly into edge, metro, mobile backhaul, and enterprise aggregation networks.
Whether you are upgrading your access network or expanding your service provider edge, the Cisco A9KV-V2-AC offers the performance, stability, and scalability required for next-generation networking.
Product Specifications: Cisco ASR A9KV-V2-AC
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| Category | Specifications |
|---|---|
| General Information | |
| Model Number | A9KV-V2-AC |
| Description | Compact modular aggregation platform with 44 × 1GE SFP ports and 4 × 10GE SFP+ uplinks, ideal for metro Ethernet and service provider edge deployments. AC-powered with carrier-grade architecture. |
| Form Factor | 2RU compact chassis |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XR |
| Performance & Throughput | |
| Switching Capacity | Up to 200 Gbps |
| Forwarding Architecture | Non-blocking design for full line-rate throughput |
| Supported Services | L2VPN, L3VPN, MPLS, EVC, MEF-compliant services, HQoS |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF, IS-IS, BGP, Segment Routing |
| Carrier Ethernet Features | E-Line, E-LAN, E-Tree, Y.1731, 802.1ag |
| High Availability | ISSU, NSR, NSF, BFD |
| Interfaces & Ports | |
| 1GE Ports | 44 × Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports (10/100/1000 Mbps) |
| 10GE Ports | 4 × 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports |
| Console Port | 1 × RJ45 |
| USB Port | 1 × USB Type-A (file transfer / configuration) |
| Optics Support | SFP and SFP+ pluggable modules |
| Management & Automation | |
| Management Options | CLI, SNMPv3, NETCONF/YANG |
| Automation Support | ZTP, model-driven telemetry, Cisco NSO, EPN Manager |
| Security | RBAC, TACACS+, RADIUS, SSHv2 |
| Power & Environmental | |
| Power Supply | Dual AC power supplies (redundant, hot-swappable) |
| Voltage Input | 100–240 VAC |
| Typical Power Consumption | ~200W (varies with optics and load) |
| Cooling | Redundant fans, front-to-back airflow |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C |
| Humidity | 5%–85% non-condensing |
| Hardware & Design | |
| Chassis Height | 2RU |
| Field-Replaceable Units | Power supplies, fan trays |
| Compliance | NEBS, ETSI |
| Deployment Scenarios | Metro Ethernet, enterprise edge, mobile backhaul, aggregation layers |
| Compatibility & Integration | |
| Compatible Platforms | Cisco ASR 9000 Series (RSPs and architecture) |
| Supported Features | SDN, Segment Routing, EVPN |
FAQs for A9KV-V2-AC:
How many ports does the ASR 9000v-V2 support and what kind are they?
It features 44 Gigabit SFP ports and 4 10-Gigabit SFP+ uplink ports, all supporting hot-swappable pluggable optics for flexible deployment.
Is the A9KV-V2-AC suitable for service provider environments?
Yes, it is purpose-built for carrier-grade environments with advanced L2/L3 services, MPLS, QoS, and high resiliency.
Can this model run Cisco IOS XR?
Yes, it runs the IOS XR operating system, enabling service provider scalability, high availability, and automation.
Does it support redundant power supplies?
Yes, it comes with dual AC power supplies that are fully redundant and hot-swappable for operational continuity.
What type of cooling does this router use?
It features front-to-back airflow with redundant fans, ensuring efficient cooling even under dense configurations.
