The Cisco A900-IMA8T is an 8-Port 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 Interface Module designed for compatible Cisco ASR 900 Series Aggregation Services Routers. It provides eight copper Ethernet interfaces with support for 10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1 Gbps connectivity, enabling network operators to expand Ethernet access and aggregation capacity on supported ASR 900 platforms.
Designed for carrier Ethernet, service-provider, enterprise WAN, and aggregation environments, the A900-IMA8T uses standard RJ-45 copper interfaces and supports software-selectable port speeds. Its modular design allows organizations to add additional Ethernet connectivity to their existing ASR 900 infrastructure while maintaining centralized management through Cisco IOS XE.
The Cisco A900-IMA8T 8-Port 1GE RJ45 Interface Module is well suited for Gigabit Ethernet access networks, carrier Ethernet aggregation, service-provider networks, enterprise WAN connectivity, metro Ethernet deployments, and ASR 900 interface expansion, providing flexible copper Ethernet connectivity for scalable network infrastructure.
Product Specifications - Cisco A900-IMA8T ASR 900 8-Port 1GE RJ45 Interface Module
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| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Product Name |
Cisco ASR 900 8-Port 1GE RJ45 Interface Module |
| Part Number / SKU |
A900-IMA8T |
| Product Type |
Gigabit Ethernet Interface Module |
| Platform / Series |
Cisco ASR 900 Series Aggregation Services Routers |
| Module Type |
Ethernet Interface Module |
| Copper Ethernet Ports |
8 × RJ-45 |
| Ethernet Speed |
10/100/1000 Mbps |
| Supported Interface Speeds |
10 Mbps, 100 Mbps, and 1000 Mbps |
| Port Speed Selection |
Interface speed can be software-selected on a per-port basis |
| Interface Type |
RJ-45 copper |
| Gigabit Ethernet Standard |
IEEE 802.3ab 1000BASE-T |
| Fast Ethernet Standard |
IEEE 802.3u 100BASE-TX |
| Ethernet Standard |
IEEE 802.3 |
| Duplex |
Full-duplex / half-duplex depending on configured interface and speed |
| Auto-Negotiation |
Supported |
| Physical Connectivity |
Eight integrated RJ-45 connectors |
| Fiber Interfaces |
None |
| SFP/SFP+ Slots |
None |
| 10 Gigabit Ethernet Ports |
None |
| PoE Support |
Not supported |
| Primary Function |
Adds 8 copper Ethernet interfaces to compatible ASR 900 routers |
| Deployment Role |
Access, aggregation, transport, and service-provider Ethernet connectivity |
| Carrier Ethernet Support |
Designed for carrier and service-provider Ethernet deployments |
| Enterprise Connectivity |
Suitable for enterprise WAN and aggregation connectivity |
| Software Platform |
Cisco IOS XE |
| Modular Architecture |
Field-installable interface module for supported ASR 900 platforms |
| Supported Platforms |
Cisco ASR 902, ASR 903, and other compatible ASR 900 platforms, subject to RSP/module/software compatibility |
| ASR 902 RSP2A Support |
Supported with Cisco ASR 902 using compatible RSP2A configurations and IOS XE 3.13.0S or later |
| ASR 902 RSP3C Support |
Supported with Cisco ASR 902 using compatible RSP3C configurations and IOS XE 3.18.0S or later |
| ASR 903 RSP2A Support |
Supported with compatible RSP2A configurations and IOS XE 3.13.0S or later |
| ASR 903 RSP3C Support |
Supported with compatible RSP3C configurations and IOS XE 3.18.0S or later |
| Network Applications |
Ethernet access, aggregation, carrier Ethernet, transport networking, and WAN connectivity |
| Management |
Managed through the host ASR 900 router and Cisco IOS XE |
| Form Factor |
Modular plug-in interface module |
| Connectivity Medium |
Copper twisted-pair Ethernet |
| Connector Type |
RJ-45 |
| Primary Advantage |
Expands compatible ASR 900 platforms with eight 10/100/1000 Ethernet copper interfaces |
| Typical Deployment |
Service-provider networks, carrier Ethernet aggregation, enterprise WAN, and access networks |
FAQs
Q1. What is the Cisco A900-IMA8T?
The Cisco A900-IMA8T is an 8-port 1 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 interface module designed to expand Ethernet connectivity on compatible Cisco ASR 900 Series routers.
Q2. Who should buy the Cisco A900-IMA8T?
The Cisco A900-IMA8T is ideal for service providers, telecommunications companies, enterprises, and organizations maintaining Cisco ASR 900 Series infrastructure that require additional Gigabit Ethernet copper connectivity.
Q3. Is a refurbished Cisco A900-IMA8T worth buying?
Yes. A professionally refurbished Cisco A900-IMA8T can provide reliable Gigabit Ethernet connectivity at a significantly lower cost, making it a practical option for expanding compatible ASR 900 network infrastructure.
Q4. How many ports does the Cisco A900-IMA8T provide?
The Cisco A900-IMA8T provides eight 1 Gigabit Ethernet RJ45 ports, offering copper Ethernet connectivity for compatible network deployments.
Q5. Which Cisco routers are compatible with the Cisco A900-IMA8T?
The Cisco A900-IMA8T is designed for compatible Cisco ASR 900 Series routers and should be matched with the specific router model and software configuration before installation.
