Cisco ASR1001X-K9 ASR1001-X, K9 , 6x1G , 2 ASR1001-X-PWR-AC

Description:

The Cisco ASR1001X-K9 Aggregation Services Router is a high-performance enterprise edge router designed to deliver secure Layer 2 and Layer 3 routing for large-scale enterprise, service provider, and data center network infrastructures. It features integrated Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, advanced routing capabilities, and high throughput performance to support secure and reliable data transport across WAN and core networks. Commonly installed in enterprise edge networks, service provider aggregation points, data centers, and large corporate IT infrastructures, this router enables scalable network connectivity and traffic management. Network engineers, IT administrators, and system integrators use this router for network expansion, WAN edge deployment, infrastructure upgrades, and replacement of legacy enterprise routing platforms.

Applications:

The Cisco ASR1001X-K9 router is used in enterprise and service provider network environments that require high-throughput routing, secure connectivity, and scalable network aggregation. It supports routing between enterprise branch networks, data centers, and internet gateways while managing large volumes of traffic across WAN connections. Typical deployments include enterprise WAN edge routing, telecom aggregation networks, data center interconnections, and large campus network infrastructures where high reliability and advanced routing features are required.

Technical Specifications:

• Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): ASR1001X-K9
• Product Type: Aggregation Services Router
• Series: Cisco ASR 1000 Series
• Integrated Ethernet Ports: 6 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet
• Throughput: Up to 20 Gbps (upgradable with performance licenses)
• Processor: Cisco QuantumFlow Processor
• Routing Support: Layer 2 and Layer 3 Routing
• Network Operating System: Cisco IOS XE
• VPN Support: IPsec VPN and SSL VPN
• Security Features: Integrated Firewall, Network Address Translation (NAT), Access Control Lists (ACL)
• Management Interfaces: CLI, SNMP, Web Interface
• Power Supply: Dual ASR1001-X-PWR-AC AC Power Supplies
• Mounting Type: Rack Mountable
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C

Common Replacements:

• Cisco ASR1002-X-K9 Aggregation Services Router
• Cisco ASR1001-HX-K9 Aggregation Services Router
• Cisco C8500-12X4QC Enterprise Edge Router