Description
The Cisco ASR-9912-AC is a high-capacity aggregation services router chassis. It is part of the Cisco ASR 9000 Series, designed for service providers and large enterprise networks.
This chassis supports 10 line card slots, enabling flexible deployment of high-speed interfaces such as 10G, 40G, and 100G Ethernet.
It delivers massive throughput and scalability, with switching capacity reaching up to 21 Tbps depending on configuration.
The ASR-9912-AC is powered by AC power entry modules (PEM V2) and supports redundant power configurations. This ensures high availability for mission-critical networks.
The system is designed with modular architecture, supporting:
- Line cards (various interface types)
- Route switch processors (RSP)
- Fabric cards
- Power modules and fan trays
This flexibility allows operators to scale performance and features as network demands grow.
The router uses Cisco IOS XR operating system, which provides advanced capabilities such as:
- MPLS and Segment Routing
- BGP, OSPF, IS-IS
- Carrier-grade NAT and QoS
- High availability and redundancy features
The ASR-9912-AC is widely deployed in:
- ISP core and aggregation layers
- Data center interconnects
- Metro Ethernet networks
It offers carrier-grade reliability, making it ideal for handling large-scale traffic and critical infrastructure.
Key Features:
- Modular chassis with 10 line card slots
- Up to 21 Tbps switching capacity
- Supports 10G / 40G / 100G interfaces
- AC-powered system with redundant PEM modules
- Runs Cisco IOS XR for carrier-grade networking
- Designed for service provider and large enterprise networks
- High availability with redundant components
