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Cisco-ASR1002-HX

The Cisco ASR1002-HX is a high-performance Aggregation Services Router designed for enterprise WAN aggregation, Internet edge, service-provider edge, data-center interconnect, and high-bandwidth network deployments. It provides scalable 10Gb/40Gb/100Gb-class connectivity, advanced routing and security services, and Cisco IOS XE in a compact 2RU platform.

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Description

The Cisco ASR1002-HX is part of the Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers, engineered for organizations that require high-performance, scalable, and resilient routing at the WAN, Internet, and service-provider edge.

The platform is designed around Cisco’s QuantumFlow Processor architecture, providing hardware-assisted packet processing and the ability to deliver multiple integrated network services without requiring separate appliances. It supports demanding applications such as WAN aggregation, Internet edge routing, data-center interconnect, cloud connectivity, and service-provider edge deployments.

The ASR1002-HX provides a combination of integrated and modular interfaces, supporting high-speed Ethernet connectivity. Depending on the installed interface modules and licensing, the platform can provide 10Gbps, 40Gbps, and 100Gbps-class connectivity, making it suitable for high-bandwidth network aggregation.

The router runs Cisco IOS XE, providing advanced routing, virtualization, programmability, automation, security, and service capabilities. It supports technologies such as IPv4/IPv6 routing, MPLS, QoS, NAT, IPsec VPN, firewall services, and application-aware networking.

The ASR1002-HX is also suitable for Cisco SD-WAN deployments, allowing organizations to combine high-performance routing with software-defined WAN capabilities.

Key Specifications

Feature Specification
Brand Cisco
Series ASR 1000 Series
Model ASR1002-HX
Platform Type Aggregation Services Router
Form Factor 2RU
Architecture Cisco QuantumFlow Processor
Operating System Cisco IOS XE
Interface Support Modular / High-Speed Ethernet
High-Speed Connectivity 10Gb / 40Gb / 100Gb-Class*
Routing IPv4 / IPv6
MPLS Supported
VPN IPsec VPN
NAT Supported
QoS Supported
SD-WAN Supported
Security Integrated Security Services
Application WAN / Internet Edge / Aggregation

*Actual interface speeds and port density depend on the installed interface modules and configuration.

Key Features & Benefits

  • High-performance WAN aggregation
  • Designed for high-bandwidth enterprise networks
  • Supports high-speed Ethernet interfaces
  • Modular interface architecture
  • Cisco IOS XE operating system
  • Advanced IPv4 and IPv6 routing
  • MPLS support
  • IPsec VPN and secure WAN connectivity
  • Network Address Translation (NAT)
  • Quality of Service (QoS)
  • Integrated security services
  • Application-aware networking
  • Cisco SD-WAN support
  • Hardware-assisted packet processing
  • Suitable for data-center interconnect
  • Designed for Internet and service-provider edge deployments
  • 2RU rack-mountable chassis

Recommended Applications

  • Enterprise WAN Aggregation
  • Internet Edge Routing
  • Service Provider Edge
  • Data Center Interconnect
  • Cloud Connectivity
  • High-Speed WAN
  • MPLS Networks
  • VPN Gateway Infrastructure
  • SD-WAN Deployments
  • Large Enterprise Network Core
  • High-Bandwidth Network