Unlock the benefits of virtualization to make your network more flexible, agile, and simpler to manage. The Cisco® Aggregation Services Router (ASR) 9000 Series Virtualized Services Module (VSM) makes it easy for service providers to transition network infrastructure services to virtual workloads. The VSM provides the capability to host Cisco, third-party, and custom applications in a virtualized environment much like a server blade on a router.
This flexible, elastic approach lets you increase or decrease service capacity as needed, so there is no need to design for maximum capacity. Simplified provisioning and upgrades help you save time and reduce costly truck rolls for upgrades or troubleshooting. You can also use the Cisco ASR 9000 Series VSM to help you maximize the availability of services through virtual machine migration in the event of hardware failures. The module has its own processors, network interfaces, and memory that operate independently of the host router resources, helping ensure maximum concurrent routing and application performance.
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Product Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Model |
A9K-VSM-500 |
| Product Series |
Cisco ASR 9000 Series |
| Type |
Virtualized Services Module (VSM) |
| Supported Platforms |
Cisco ASR 9904, ASR 9006, ASR 9010, ASR 9912, ASR 9922 Routers |
| Processor |
Multi-core processor for high-performance virtualization |
| Memory |
64 GB of DDR4 RAM |
| Storage |
High-capacity SSD for running virtualized network functions (VNFs) |
| Performance |
Up to 500 Gbps of throughput |
| Virtualization Support |
NFV (Network Function Virtualization) for deploying virtualized network functions |
| Use Cases |
Carrier-grade NFV applications, advanced service chaining, and virtualized network functions |
| Software Compatibility |
Supports Cisco IOS XR |
| Management Options |
CLI, SNMP, NETCONF/YANG, and Cisco Network Services Orchestrator (NSO) |
| Advanced Features |
- Service chaining capabilities |
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- Dynamic resource allocation for VNFs |
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- Integrated support for Cisco’s advanced virtualization ecosystem |
| Redundancy |
Fully redundant and highly available module design |
| Form Factor |
Line card module compatible with Cisco ASR 9000 chassis |
| Power Efficiency |
Optimized for energy-efficient operation |
| Dimensions |
Standard line card size for Cisco ASR 9000 routers |
| Operating Temperature |
32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
| Warranty |
Cisco Limited Hardware Warranty |
Key Features
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High Performance: Delivers up to 500 Gbps throughput for demanding service provider and enterprise environments.
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Virtualization Ready: Supports NFV for running advanced virtualized network functions and service chaining.
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Broad Compatibility: Fully compatible with Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers, including ASR 9904, ASR 9006, ASR 9010, ASR 9912, and ASR 9922.
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Service Agility: Enables dynamic allocation of resources for multiple VNFs to optimize network efficiency.
FAQs:
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What is the throughput capacity of this module?
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What virtualization features does it support?
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Can it integrate with existing ASR 9000 setups?
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Does it support MPLS?
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