ASR-9006-SYS 6-Slot Router Chassis

Cisco ASR-9006-SYS - ASR 9006 Aggregation Services Router System

The Cisco ASR-9006-SYS is a modular, high-performance aggregation router designed for service provider edge and metro deployments. With a 6-slot chassis and support for Cisco IOS XR, it delivers scalable bandwidth, high availability, and advanced service capabilities in a compact 10RU form factor.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Chassis Slots: 6 total (2 for Route Switch Processors, 4 for Line Cards)
• Performance: Max Capacity 6.4Tbps
  
• Form Factor: 10RU rack-mountable
• Interfaces: Supports 1GE, 10GE, 40GE, and 100GE via modular line cards
• Operating System: Cisco IOS XR
• Redundancy: Supports redundant RSPs, power supplies, and fan trays
• Power Supply: AC or DC options (modular and hot-swappable)
• Management: Console, auxiliary, and management Ethernet ports
• Environmental: NEBS-compliant, ETSI-compliant
• Dimensions: Approx. 17.5 x 17.3 x 29 inches
• Weight: Approx. 90lbs (chassis w/ PEM), 150 lbs (fully configured)
  

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Service provider edge and aggregation
• Metro Ethernet and IP/MPLS deployments
• High-density routing with modular scalability
• Environments requiring carrier-grade reliability and redundancy

⚙️ Licensing & Expansion
The ASR-9006-SYS supports a wide range of line cards and RSPs for flexible deployment. Advanced services such as L2VPN, L3VPN, multicast, and segment routing are supported with appropriate licensing.