Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Equipment

SKU: A9K-4HG-FLEX-FC | Part #: A9K-4HG-FLEX-FC | MPN: A9K-4HG-FLEX-FC

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About the Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN

ASR 9000 400GE FLEXIBLE CONSUMPTION MODEL COMBO LC - 5TH GEN is a Cisco Network Switch line card representing the latest generation of extreme-scale switching architecture. Built for service providers and cloud operators, this 5th-generation module enables pay-as-you-grow consumption models while delivering unprecedented 400GE throughput.

Key Features:

  • 400GE port density with flexible consumption licensing model
  • 5th generation ASR 9000 architecture for maximum performance
  • COMBO LC design for multi-protocol flexibility
  • Future-proof design compatible with emerging optical standards

Ideal for:

  • Service provider core backbone and international gateway nodes
  • Cloud and hyperscale data center interconnects
  • Ultra-high-speed content delivery and CDN networks

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Equipment
SKUA9K-4HG-FLEX-FC
Part NumberA9K-4HG-FLEX-FC
ConditionNew
Port Speed400 Gigabit Ethernet
InterfaceLC
TypeFlexible consumption model combo
Manufacturer Part NumberA9K-4HG-FLEX-FC

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN

What does the Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN do?

The Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.

What are the headline specs of the Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN?

Key specifications for the Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN: new condition; port speed 400 Gigabit Ethernet; interface LC; type Flexible consumption model combo; manufacturer Cisco; manufacturer part number A9K-4HG-FLEX-FC. Manufacturer part number A9K-4HG-FLEX-FC. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco ASR 9000 400GE Flexible Consumption Model Combo LC - 5TH GEN interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.