Cisco ASR-9902-FC - Router Chassis

Cisco Part Number: ASR-9902-FC is a Cisco ASR 9902, 2RU, Flexible Consumption Chassis

The Cisco ASR 9902 Router, a component of the Cisco ASR 9000 Series, stands out as a compact and high-performance solution. It boasts a remarkable capacity of up to 800 Gbps of nonblocking, full-duplex throughput, all packed within a Two-Rack-Unit (2RU) form factor. Operating on the renowned Cisco IOS XR software image, consistent with other routers within the ASR 9000 Series, this router ensures seamless integration of features and services, enabling customers to adhere to a standardized Cisco IOS XR operating system across their network infrastructure.

Versatility is a key attribute of the ASR-9902-FC, supporting multiple port rates including 100/40 Gigabit Ethernet, 25 Gigabit Ethernet, and 10 Gigabit Ethernet. This versatility empowers customers to effortlessly mix and match interface types within the same chassis, catering to diverse networking requirements and ensuring readiness for large-scale deployments.

Designed as a redundant and multipurpose platform, the ASR 9902 Router finds applicability across a wide spectrum of customer scenarios and use cases. From serving as a business Provider Edge (PE) router to metro aggregation, cloud edge, and internet peering, to fulfilling roles in Data Center Interconnect (DCI), Broadband Network Gateway (BNG), and internet edge deployments, its utility knows no bounds. Moreover, its compact dimensions (with a depth of 19 in., 483 mm), front-to-back airflow design, support for PTP Telecom profiles, and diverse port rates enhance efficiency and flexibility, making it particularly suitable for deployment at the mobile edge within 4G/5G networks.

Enterprise customers benefit from the ASR 9902's adaptability, utilizing it as a core, edge, or aggregation router within their WAN infrastructure. Additionally, it serves capably as a border router at the periphery of enterprise networks and as a peering router for establishing connections with internet service providers. This multifaceted functionality ensures seamless integration into various network architectures, empowering enterprises to meet their evolving networking needs with confidence.

Features and benefits of ASR-9902-FC router:

• Power-Optimized Architecture: The ASR 9902 Router features a power-optimized architecture with high density of multi-rate ports.
• Compact Design
• Redundancy: Supports two redundant Route Processors (RPs) for increased reliability.
• Integrated Components: Includes an integrated switch fabric, 2 AC or DC power supply modules, and 3 fans in redundant configuration.
• Port Configuration:
  • Fixed board with integrated ports:
    • 2 integrated QSFP-DD-based 100GE ports.
    • 6 integrated QSFP28-based 100GE ports.
    • 16 integrated SFP28-based 25GE/10GE dual-rate ports.
    • 24 integrated SFP+-based LAN/WAN (OTN) ports.
  • All ports support MACSec for enhanced security.
• Bandwidth: Supports a maximum of 800G data bandwidth.
• Flexible Port Operation: Integrated physical ports on the faceplate can operate in various combinations.
• Route Processor Features:
  • Service Edge-Optimized Version
  • 64-Bit Intel CPU: Features a powerful 64-bit Intel CPU.
  • Memory: Equipped with 32GB memory.
  • External Interfaces:
    • Console and auxiliary serial ports.
    • 2 management Ethernet interfaces.
    • Class A USB port.
    • GPS interface (10Mhz, 1PPS, ToD ports).
    • 2 BITS interfaces.

The Flexible Consumption Model offers a built-in “pay-as-you-grow” structure that lowers initial start-up costs with the ability to add more capacity overtime as needed. Software subscription provides feature upgrades and helps defer the payment of software value for the initial purchase.