Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Switches
SKU: CISC-ASR1002HXK9 | Part #: ASR1002-HX-K9 | MPN: ASR1002-HX-K9
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About the Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh
The Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh is a purpose-built, fixed-configuration aggregation router designed for enterprises requiring high-density WAN edge termination in a compact 2RU chassis. Building on the proven ASR 1000 series QuantumFlow Processor (QFP) architecture, the Refresh iteration introduces native 100GbE uplink interfaces alongside existing 10GbE and 1GbE port densities, enabling organizations to scale WAN aggregation bandwidth without chassis replacement. The embedded Cisco IOS XE software stack provides a unified programmable operating environment supporting NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, and model-driven telemetry, making the platform a natural fit for automated SD-WAN headend termination and intent-based networking deployments.
A defining enhancement in this Refresh generation is the substantially expanded hardware-accelerated cryptographic throughput, supporting large-scale IPsec VPN termination and MACsec encryption at line rate without compromising forwarding performance. The integrated Embedded Services Processor (ESP) handles packet processing, QoS enforcement, and security services in silicon, offloading the route processor and enabling consistent sub-millisecond latency even under full encryption load. This makes the platform particularly well-suited as a Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) headend controller hub terminating thousands of branch IPsec tunnels simultaneously.
The ASR 1002-HX Refresh supports a comprehensive suite of enterprise WAN protocols including MPLS, EVPN, Segment Routing (SR-MPLS and SRv6), BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and PBR, while also supporting advanced QoS hierarchical scheduling for differentiated service delivery across mixed traffic profiles. The platform's fixed form factor reduces operational complexity compared to modular chassis alternatives while delivering the throughput headroom required for 2025-era enterprise aggregation scenarios, including encrypted SD-WAN fabric termination, internet gateway consolidation, and multi-cloud on-ramp interconnect.
Ideal for
- SD-WAN headend hub termination for large enterprises aggregating thousands of encrypted IPsec tunnels from distributed branch offices using Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) fabric
- Enterprise WAN edge aggregation replacing aging ASR 1001-HX or ISR 4000 series platforms where 100GbE upstream connectivity to core or colocation switches is required
- MPLS provider edge (PE) or enterprise pseudo-wire aggregation in multi-site campus or metro Ethernet environments leveraging EVPN and Segment Routing
- Secure internet gateway consolidation combining zone-based firewall, NAT, and hardware-accelerated MACsec/IPsec at a centralized data center or colocation edge
- Multi-cloud on-ramp interconnect node providing BGP peering and encrypted transport to AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute, or Google Cloud Interconnect endpoints
- Network function virtualization (NFV) hosting using Cisco CSP integration on IOS XE for running virtualized network services alongside hardware-forwarded traffic
Technical specifications
| Manufacturer | Cisco |
| Product Line | ASR 1000 Series |
| Model | ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh |
| Form Factor | Fixed, 2RU rack-mount chassis |
| System Throughput | Up to 100 Gbps aggregate forwarding throughput |
| Crypto (IPsec) Throughput | Up to 100 Gbps hardware-accelerated IPsec encryption |
| 100GbE Uplink Ports | 2x QSFP28 100GbE fixed interfaces |
| 10GbE Ports | 8x SFP+ 10GbE fixed interfaces |
| 1GbE Management Port | 1x dedicated out-of-band RJ-45 management Ethernet |
| Console/USB | 1x RJ-45 console port, 1x USB 3.0 Type-A |
| Packet Processor | Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP) ASIC |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE (latest 17.x train) |
| Routing Protocols | BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, RIP, PBR, Static |
| MPLS & Segment Routing | MPLS, LDP, RSVP-TE, SR-MPLS, SRv6, EVPN |
| VPN Support | IPsec IKEv1/IKEv2, DMVPN, FlexVPN, GETVPN, MACsec (IEEE 802.1AE) |
| SD-WAN Compatibility | Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) vEdge headend mode, Cisco IOS XE SD-WAN |
| QoS | Hierarchical QoS (H-QoS), DSCP/CoS marking, traffic shaping and policing, CBWFQ, LLQ |
| Automation & Programmability | NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, gRPC/gNMI, Cisco NSO integration, Ansible/Terraform support |
| Telemetry | Model-driven streaming telemetry, SNMP v2c/v3, Syslog, NetFlow/IPFIX |
| Redundant Power Supplies | 2x hot-swappable AC or DC power supply modules |
| Power Consumption (Typical) | Approximately 400W typical (AC configuration) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 3.5 in x 17.5 in x 24 in (88.9 mm x 444.5 mm x 609.6 mm) |
| Launch Generation | 2025-Q4 Refresh |
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Switches |
| SKU | CISC-ASR1002HXK9 |
| Part Number | ASR1002-HX-K9 |
| Condition | New |
| Product Line | ASR 1000 Series |
| Model | ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh |
| Form Factor | Fixed, 2RU rack-mount chassis |
| System Throughput | Up to 100 Gbps aggregate forwarding throughput |
| Crypto (IPsec) Throughput | Up to 100 Gbps hardware-accelerated IPsec encryption |
| 100GbE Uplink Ports | 2x QSFP28 100GbE fixed interfaces |
| 10GbE Ports | 8x SFP+ 10GbE fixed interfaces |
| 1GbE Management Port | 1x dedicated out-of-band RJ-45 management Ethernet |
| Console/USB | 1x RJ-45 console port, 1x USB 3.0 Type-A |
| Packet Processor | Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP) ASIC |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE (latest 17.x train) |
| Routing Protocols | BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, RIP, PBR, Static |
| MPLS & Segment Routing | MPLS, LDP, RSVP-TE, SR-MPLS, SRv6, EVPN |
| VPN Support | IPsec IKEv1/IKEv2, DMVPN, FlexVPN, GETVPN, MACsec (IEEE 802.1AE) |
| SD-WAN Compatibility | Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) vEdge headend mode, Cisco IOS XE SD-WAN |
| QoS | Hierarchical QoS (H-QoS), DSCP/CoS marking, traffic shaping and policing, CBWFQ, LLQ |
| Automation & Programmability | NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, gRPC/gNMI, Cisco NSO integration, Ansible/Terraform support |
| Telemetry | Model-driven streaming telemetry, SNMP v2c/v3, Syslog, NetFlow/IPFIX |
| Redundant Power Supplies | 2x hot-swappable AC or DC power supply modules |
| Power Consumption (Typical) | Approximately 400W typical (AC configuration) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 3.5 in x 17.5 in x 24 in (88.9 mm x 444.5 mm x 609.6 mm) |
| Launch Generation | 2025-Q4 Refresh |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh
What does the Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh do?
The Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh 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.
What are the headline specs of the Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh?
Key specifications for the Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh: new condition; manufacturer Cisco; product line ASR 1000 Series; model ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh; form factor Fixed, 2RU rack-mount chassis; system throughput Up to 100 Gbps aggregate forwarding throughput; crypto (ipsec) throughput Up to 100 Gbps hardware-accelerated IPsec encryption. Manufacturer part number ASR1002-HX-K9. For the full datasheet with electrical, environmental, and compliance details, contact our pre-sales engineering team.
Is the Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco ASR 1002-HX Router Refresh 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.