Cisco ASR 9000 ASR-920-12SZ-A Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router
Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Equipment
SKU: CSC-ASR-920-12SZ-A | Part #: ASR-920-12SZ-A | MPN: ASR-920-12SZ-A
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About the Cisco ASR 9000 ASR-920-12SZ-A Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router
The Cisco ASR 9000 ASR-920-12SZ-A is a carrier-grade aggregation services router engineered for high-performance edge and core network deployments. Delivering a switching capacity of 40 Gbps with a forwarding rate of up to 30 Mpps, this 1 Rack Unit (1RU) platform is built to handle demanding traffic loads while maintaining wire-speed performance. Network engineers and service providers rely on this router to consolidate access and aggregation functions while supporting sophisticated routing and traffic management in modern carrier networks.
Running Cisco IOS XE, the ASR-920-12SZ-A combines flexible connectivity with advanced service capabilities. The platform features 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports for backbone connectivity and 12 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet SFP access ports to serve subscriber and branch locations. Comprehensive MPLS support—including MPLS-TE, VPLS, L2VPN, and L3VPN—enables service providers to deliver business-class VPN and transport services. Built-in timing and synchronization via IEEE 1588v2 Precision Time Protocol (PTP) and Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) ensure accurate clock distribution across the network. The router's hierarchical QoS capabilities provide granular traffic management, while IEEE 802.3ah (EFM OAM), IEEE 802.1ag (CFM), and ITU-T Y.1731 support deliver comprehensive Ethernet operations, administration, and maintenance functions. The included AC power supply with redundant power support option ensures continuous operation across demanding deployments.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Manufacturer Part Number: ASR-920-12SZ-A
- Product Series: Cisco ASR 920 Series Aggregation Services Router
- Form Factor: 1 Rack Unit (1RU)
- Switching Capacity: 40 Gbps
- Forwarding Rate: Up to 30 Mpps
- Uplink Ports: 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports
- Access Ports: 12 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 45°C
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cisco |
| Category | Network Equipment |
| SKU | CSC-ASR-920-12SZ-A |
| Part Number | ASR-920-12SZ-A |
| Condition | New |
| Form Factor | 1U |
| Interface | 12x SFP |
| Manufacturer Part Number | ASR-920-12SZ-A |
| Product Series | Cisco ASR 920 Series Aggregation Services Router |
| Form Factor | 1 Rack Unit (1RU) |
| Operating System | Cisco IOS XE |
| Uplink Ports | 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ uplink ports |
| Access Ports | 12 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet SFP ports |
| Switching Capacity | 40 Gbps |
| Forwarding Rate | Up to 30 Mpps |
| MPLS Support | Yes — MPLS, MPLS-TE, VPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN |
| Timing and Synchronization | IEEE 1588v2 Precision Time Protocol (PTP), Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) |
| Quality of Service | Hierarchical QoS (H-QoS), traffic shaping, policing, classification, and queuing |
| Ethernet OAM | IEEE 802.3ah (EFM OAM), IEEE 802.1ag (CFM), ITU-T Y.1731 |
| Power Supply | AC power supply included (ASR-920-12SZ-A denotes AC variant) |
| Redundant Power | Supports redundant power supply option |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F) |
| Management Interfaces | Console, out-of-band management Ethernet port |
| Routing Protocols | OSPFv2/v3, IS-IS, BGP, EIGRP, RIP, static routing |
| Standards Compliance | MEF CE 2.0, IEEE 802.1Q, IEEE 802.1ad (Q-in-Q), IEEE 802.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco ASR 9000 ASR-920-12SZ-A Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router
What does the Cisco ASR 9000 ASR-920-12SZ-A Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router do?
The Cisco ASR 9000 ASR-920-12SZ-A 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 ASR-920-12SZ-A Cisco ASR 9000 carrier router compatible with my infrastructure?
The Cisco ASR 9000 ASR-920-12SZ-A 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.