Cisco ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Equipment

SKU: A9K-MPA-8X10GE | Part #: A9K-MPA-8X10GE | MPN: A9K-MPA-8X10GE

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About the Cisco ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter

ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter is a Cisco network switch component engineered for ultra-high-speed data transport in service provider and enterprise backbone networks. This modular port adapter maximizes routing density while maintaining line-rate performance.

Key Features:

  • 8 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for 80Gbps aggregate bandwidth
  • Hot-swappable modular design for live insertion
  • Compatible with ASR 9000, ASR 9001, ASR 9006, ASR 9010, ASR 9912 platforms
  • DWDM and coherent optics ready

Ideal for:

  • Telecom and ISP backbone expansion
  • Data center interconnect (DCI) and metro networks
  • High-speed packet transport and content delivery

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Equipment
SKUA9K-MPA-8X10GE
Part NumberA9K-MPA-8X10GE
ConditionNew
Ports8
Port Speed10 Gigabit Ethernet
TypeModular Port Adapter
Manufacturer Part NumberA9K-MPA-8X10GE

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter

What does the Cisco ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter do?

The Cisco ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter 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 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter?

Key specifications for the Cisco ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter: new condition; ports 8; port speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet; type Modular Port Adapter; manufacturer Cisco; manufacturer part number A9K-MPA-8X10GE. Manufacturer part number A9K-MPA-8X10GE. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.

Is the Cisco ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco ASR 9000 8-port 10GE Modular Port Adapter 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.