A9K-RSP440-SE ASR 9000 Route Switch Processor optimized for service edge use

Cisco A9K-RSP440-SE - Route Switch Processor with 440G/Slot Fabric

The Cisco A9K-RSP440-SE is a next-generation Route Switch Processor (RSP) designed for ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. It delivers high-capacity control plane performance, integrated dual-switch fabric, and carrier-grade resiliency for demanding service provider environments.

🔧 Key Features

• Fabric Capacity: 220 Gbps/slot with single RSP, 440 Gbps/slot with dual RSP
• Memory: 12 GB ECC DRAM, dual 16 GB SSDs, 8 GB embedded USB
• Interfaces: 2x 10/100/1000BASE-T management ports, console and auxiliary ports
• Storage: Solid-state drives for logging and diagnostics
• Redundancy: Supports RSP redundancy for high availability
• Power Efficiency: Low-power design for energy-conscious deployments

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Carrier Ethernet and MPLS edge
• Layer 2/3 VPN services
• IPTV, VoD, and cloud-scale routing
• High-availability service provider infrastructure

⚙️ Compatibility
Works with Cisco ASR 9000 Series chassis including ASR 9006, 9010, and 9922. Compatible with all modular line cards and MPAs in the ASR 9K ecosystem.