ASR1002-X Cisco ASR 1002-X Router - Modular - Gigabit Ethernet

Cisco ASR1002-X - Aggregation Services Router

The Cisco ASR1002-X is a high-performance 2RU router in the ASR 1000 Series, designed for enterprise and service-provider edge deployments. It delivers scalable throughput, integrated services, and modular interface flexibility, making it ideal for WAN aggregation, secure VPN termination, and advanced traffic management.

🔧 Key Specifications

• Throughput: 5 Gbps default; upgradeable via licenses to 10, 20, or 36 Gbps
• Form Factor: 2RU rack-mountable
• Processor: Cisco Quantum Flow Processor (QFP) for scalable service performance
• Interfaces:
  • 6x built-in Gigabit Ethernet ports (SFP)
  • 3 SPA slots for modular interface expansion
• Memory & Storage: 8 GB DRAM (expandable to 16 GB); 8 GB flash
• Redundancy: Hardware and software high-availability features supported
• Power Supply: Dual redundant AC or DC options
• Cooling: Front-to-back airflow for data center compatibility
• Operating System: Cisco IOS XE

🧩 Ideal Use Cases

• Enterprise WAN edge aggregation
• High-performance IPsec VPN termination
• Secure, policy-driven traffic management
• Service provider edge deployments requiring modular expansion

⚙️ Licensing & Expansion

• Runs Cisco IOS XE with feature licensing for advanced services (e.g., MPLS, security, application visibility).
• SPA slots allow flexible interface expansion for evolving connectivity needs.
• Throughput can be scaled with performance licenses up to 36 Gbps.