The Cisco ASR1002-5G/K9 Aggregation Services Router is a high-performance routing platform designed for enterprise WAN edge, branch aggregation, and service provider deployments. Part of the Cisco ASR 1000 Series, this router combines advanced routing intelligence, integrated security services, and scalable throughput in a compact 2RU rack-mountable chassis.
Powered by the integrated ASR1000-ESP5 Embedded Services Processor and Cisco’s advanced QuantumFlow Processor (QFP) architecture, the ASR1002-5G/K9 delivers 5 Gbps throughput out of the box, with software-based scalability up to the platform’s maximum capacity of 36 Gbps. This enables organizations to expand network performance as business demands grow.
The router features 4 integrated Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports for reliable WAN and LAN connectivity. It supports advanced enterprise and service provider technologies including MPLS, IPv6, QoS, NetFlow, VPN acceleration, and deep packet inspection (DPI) for intelligent and secure traffic handling.
Built on Cisco IOS XE, the ASR1002-5G/K9 provides robust security capabilities such as firewall services, IPsec VPN, NAT, and traffic inspection, allowing businesses to maintain secure connectivity across distributed networks without compromising performance.
Designed for high availability and operational continuity, the router supports hardware redundancy, integrated cooling, and enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical deployments.
Ideal for enterprise WAN edge routing, managed CPE deployments, secure aggregation networks, data center edge connectivity, and service provider infrastructures, the Cisco ASR1002-5G/K9 delivers scalable performance, advanced services, and carrier-grade reliability for modern network environments.
Product Specifications – Cisco ASR1002-5G/K9 ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Router
| Specification |
Details |
| Product Name |
Cisco ASR1002-5G/K9 Aggregation Services Router |
| Manufacturer |
Cisco Systems |
| Part Number |
ASR1002-5G/K9 |
| Product Series |
Cisco ASR 1000 Series |
| Product Type |
Aggregation Services Router |
| Embedded Services Processor |
ASR1000-ESP5 |
| Processor Architecture |
Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP) |
| Default Throughput |
5 Gbps |
| Maximum Platform Throughput |
Up to 36 Gbps |
| Throughput Upgrade |
Software license upgrade supported |
| Integrated Ports |
4 × Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 |
| Interface Types |
10/100/1000 Ethernet |
| Memory |
4 GB DRAM (expandable) |
| Storage |
Compact Flash / Internal storage support |
| Routing Protocols |
OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS |
| MPLS Support |
Yes |
| IPv6 Support |
Yes |
| Security Features |
Firewall, IPsec VPN, Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) |
| VPN Support |
IPsec VPN acceleration |
| NAT Support |
Yes |
| QoS Features |
Advanced QoS and traffic shaping |
| NetFlow Support |
Yes |
| High Availability |
Supported |
| Redundancy Features |
Hardware redundancy and failover support |
| Operating System |
Cisco IOS XE |
| Management |
CLI, SNMP, NETCONF/YANG |
| Automation Support |
API and programmability support |
| Cooling |
Integrated redundant cooling system |
| Form Factor |
2 Rack Unit (2RU), rack-mountable |
| Deployment Type |
WAN edge, aggregation, service provider edge |
| Application |
Enterprise WAN, managed services, branch routing |
| Reliability |
Enterprise and carrier-grade availability |
| Scalability |
License-based throughput scaling |
| Environment |
Enterprise, ISP, telecom deployments |
| Condition |
New / Cisco Certified |
| Use Cases |
WAN edge routing, managed CPE, secure aggregation, data center edge |
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FAQs
Q1. What is the default throughput of this router?
It delivers 5 Gbps throughput, upgradeable with licenses.
Q2. What does ESP5 mean in this model?
ESP5 refers to the Embedded Services Processor capable of handling up to 5 Gbps data-plane traffic.
Q3. How many built-in ports are available?
It includes 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports.
Q4. Is this router suitable for enterprise networks?
Yes, it is designed for enterprise WAN, aggregation, and service provider environments.
Q5. Can performance be upgraded?
Yes, throughput can be increased via software licensing without changing hardware.
