Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router

Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Equipment

SKU: CSC-A9KV-V2-DC-E | Part #: A9KV-V2-DC-E | MPN: A9KV-V2-DC-E

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About the Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router

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QoS support, traffic shaping, policing, and queuing capabilities make the Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E a purpose-built carrier router for demanding service provider and enterprise data center environments. This compact modular chassis delivers the Cisco ASR 9000v Second-Generation Virtual Chassis Unit architecture with DC power input, running Cisco IOS XR operating system. The A9KV-V2-DC-E operates as part of a two-chassis logical node through nV Edge (Network Virtualization Edge) routing architecture, enabling seamless scaling and redundancy in central office and DC rack deployments. Enhanced forwarding capacity over the original ASR 9000v ensures that organizations can handle growing traffic volumes without platform limitations.

Network engineers and IT infrastructure teams select the Cisco ASR 9000 for its comprehensive high availability and virtualization capabilities. Non-Stop Routing (NSR), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), Stateful Switchover (SSO), and In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) eliminate unplanned downtime during maintenance and failover events. The platform supports multiple VPN technologies—MPLS L3VPN, MPLS L2VPN, VPLS, and Pseudowire (EoMPLS)—alongside Segment Routing (SR-MPLS and SR-TE) for modern traffic engineering. Layer 2 protocol support includes IEEE 802.1Q VLAN, IEEE 802.1ad QinQ, and Ethernet OAM standards, while Bidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD) provides sub-second fault detection. Management flexibility via NETCONF/YANG, SNMP, CLI, and streaming telemetry integrates seamlessly into automated operational workflows.

The A9KV-V2-DC-E integrates fully within the Cisco ASR 9000 Series ecosystem, working alongside ASR 9000 route processors, fabric cards, and line cards to build highly scalable backbone and edge networks. Whether you are modernizing carrier-grade infrastructure or consolidating data center routing, the Cisco ASR 9000 delivers proven reliability and forward-looking protocol support. Contact Omnixon Global to request a quotation for the Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E and explore deployment options tailored to your network architecture.

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Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Equipment
SKUCSC-A9KV-V2-DC-E
Part NumberA9KV-V2-DC-E
ConditionNew
Form FactorRack-Mount
Manufacturer Part NumberA9KV-V2-DC-E
Product SeriesCisco ASR 9000
Product ModelASR 9000v Version 2
Chassis TypeASR 9000v Second-Generation Virtual Chassis Unit
Power Input TypeDC
Operating SystemCisco IOS XR
Routing ArchitecturenV Edge (Network Virtualization Edge) — operates as part of a two-chassis logical node
High Availability FeaturesIn-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU), Non-Stop Routing (NSR), Non-Stop Forwarding (NSF), Stateful Switchover (SSO)
Supported VPN TechnologiesMPLS L3VPN, MPLS L2VPN, VPLS, Pseudowire (EoMPLS)
Segment Routing SupportYes — SR-MPLS and SR-TE (Segment Routing Traffic Engineering)
Layer 2 ProtocolsIEEE 802.1Q VLAN, IEEE 802.1ad QinQ, Ethernet OAM (IEEE 802.1ag, IEEE 802.3ah), MPLS-TP OAM
Fault DetectionBidirectional Forwarding Detection (BFD)
QoS SupportHierarchical QoS (HQoS), traffic shaping, policing, and queuing
ManagementNETCONF/YANG, SNMP, CLI (IOS XR), streaming telemetry
Form FactorCompact modular chassis for central office and DC rack deployment
Ecosystem CompatibilityCisco ASR 9000 Series — integrates with ASR 9000 route processors, fabric cards, and line cards
Product Line GenerationVersion 2 (V2) — enhanced forwarding capacity over original ASR 9000v

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router

What does the Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router do?

The Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router 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/Juniper/Arista environments.

Is the Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco ASR 9000 A9KV-V2-DC-E Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router 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.