Cisco A9K-RSP880-SE Route Switch Processor – High-Performance, Scalable, and Reliable Networking for ASR 9000 Series
The Cisco A9K-RSP880-SE Route Switch Processor delivers exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability for service provider and large enterprise networks. Designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers (ASR 9010, ASR 9006, ASR 9904, ASR 9910, and ASR 9906), this advanced supervisor engine features an 880 Gbps switch fabric capacity, enabling seamless support for high-density 100-Gigabit Ethernet line cards.
Powered by Cisco IOS XR software, the A9K-RSP880-SE offers advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing capabilities, robust MPLS, VPN, and QoS features, and full hardware redundancy to ensure maximum uptime in mission-critical environments. The modular design allows for easy scalability, while integrated high-speed Ethernet interfaces provide the flexibility to meet evolving network demands.
Engineered for long-term durability and carrier-grade reliability, the Cisco A9K-RSP880-SE is compliant with NEBS Level 3 and RoHS standards, ensuring operational excellence in both enterprise data centers and service provider infrastructures.
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Product Specifications – Cisco A9K-RSP880-SE Route Switch Processor
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| Specification |
Details |
| Form Factor |
Modular Supervisor Engine for Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers |
| Compatibility |
ASR 9010, ASR 9006, ASR 9904, ASR 9910, ASR 9906 |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) |
1.72 × 15.2 × 20 in (4.36 × 38.6 × 50.8 cm) |
| Weight |
Varies based on configuration |
| Switch Fabric Capacity |
880 Gbps |
| Processor |
Integrated high-performance routing processor |
| Routing Capabilities |
Layer 2 & Layer 3 services with hardware acceleration |
| Scalability |
Supports high-density 100-Gigabit Ethernet line cards |
| Redundancy |
Fully redundant system architecture for high availability |
| Network Ports |
High-speed Ethernet interfaces for scalable networking |
| Advanced Features |
MPLS, L3VPN, L2VPN, QoS, advanced multicast, IPv4/IPv6 dual stack |
| Management Interfaces |
CLI, SNMP, web-based management |
| Operating System |
Cisco IOS XR |
| Power Consumption |
Varies by chassis and configuration |
| Operating Temperature |
32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature |
-40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C) |
| Humidity |
5% to 95% non-condensing |
| MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) |
>250,000 hours |
| Compliance |
NEBS Level 3, ETSI, RoHS compliant |
FAQs for Cisco A9K-RSP880-SE
1. What is the primary function of the A9K-RSP880-SE?
It serves as a high-performance route switch processor optimized for service edge applications in Cisco ASR 9000 series routers.
2. What routing protocols does it support?
It supports advanced routing protocols, including BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and MPLS.
3. How does the A9K-RSP880-SE improve network scalability?
It offers high-density Ethernet line cards and advanced traffic management features.
4. Is this processor suitable for service provider deployments?
Yes, it is designed for carrier-grade reliability and large-scale service provider applications.
5. What management options are available?
It supports CLI, SNMP, and Cisco IOS XR for streamlined network operations.
