Investing in the Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L ASR 9000 Series Line Card is a strategic move for any service provider aiming to expand or modernize their network infrastructure. The card’s support for combined 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Gigabit Ethernet interfaces provides the versatility necessary for today’s varied bandwidth demands, making it suitable for everything from high-speed business applications to dense residential deployments.
The powerful A9K-2T20GE-L line card is engineered to facilitate economical, scalable, and highly available Ethernet and IP/MPLS edge services. As user demands increase and network traffic grows, this line card stands ready to deliver consistent, line-rate performance. It has been specifically designed to integrate smoothly with the Cisco ASR 9000 series routers, guaranteeing a seamless and reliable expansion path within the Cisco ecosystem, a crucial factor for maintaining network interoperability and reducing compatibility issues.
With its high-density connectivity options, the A9K-2T20GE-L allows for a significantly enhanced throughput while occupying the same physical space as lower-capacity line cards. This not only conserves physical space within networking facilities but also optimizes energy consumption, aligning with eco-friendly operations and reducing operational costs over time.
The 4 GB of DRAM ensures robust performance even under heavy network loads, which is critical for maintaining service quality during peak usage scenarios. Additionally, choosing Cisco’s trusted network equipment comes with the assurance of best-in-class support and extensive documentation, easing network management tasks and troubleshooting.
By selecting the A9K-2T20GE-L line card, providers can future-proof their networks, comfortably cater to burgeoning subscriber bases, and unlock new revenue opportunities thanks to its ability to facilitate an array of profitable services. Furthermore, the inherent reliability of Cisco’s solutions translates to sustained uptime, earning customer satisfaction and loyalty—a vital component of competitiveness in the telecommunications industry.
The Cisco® ASR 9000 Series Ethernet Line Cards are the latest generation of service-provider-focused Carrier Ethernet line cards from Cisco. These line cards deliver economical, scalable, highly available, line-rate Ethernet and IP/Multiprotocol Label Switching (IP/MPLS) edge services. The Cisco ASR 9000 Series Line Cards A9K-2T20GE-L and other Cisco ASR 9000 Series platform components are designed to provide the fundamental infrastructure for scalable Carrier Ethernet and IP/MPLS networks, supporting profitable business, residential, and mobile services.
Quick Spec
Figure 1 shows the appearance of A9K-2T20GE-L.
Table 1 shows the quick spec.
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Part Number |
A9K-2T20GE-L |
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Product Description |
2-Port 10GE, 20-Port GE Low Queue Combo Line Card, requires XFPs for 10GE, SFPs for GE |
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Supported Devices |
Cisco ASR 9000 Router |
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Connectivity |
10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, 1-Gbps, and 10-Gbps 802.3 Ethernet |
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Memory |
4 GB DRAM |
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Options |
Each line card is available as either a low queue, base or extended line card. |
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Physical dimensions (H x W x D); weight |
14 x 1.72 x 20.5 in.(35.56 x 4.37 x 52.07 cm) 14 – 19 lb (6.35 – 8.62 kg) |
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Power |
Maximum 350W – 630W (depending on the card type); typical 310W – 565W (depending on the card type) |
Supported Devices
Table 2 shows the supported devices.
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Model |
Description |
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ASR-9010-DC |
Cisco ASR 9010 DC chassis |
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ASR-9010-AC |
Cisco ASR 9010 AC chassis |
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ASR-9010-AC-V2 |
ASR 9010 AC Chassis with PEM Version 2 |
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ASR-9010-DC-V2 |
ASR 9010 DC Chassis with PEM Version 2 |
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ASR-9006-DC |
Cisco ASR 9006 DC chassis |
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ASR-9006-AC |
Cisco ASR 9006 AC chassis |
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ASR-9006-AC-V2 |
ASR 9006 AC Chassis with PEM Version 2 |
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ASR-9006-DC-V2 |
ASR 9006 DC Chassis with PEM Version 2 |
Compare to Similar Items
Table 3 shows the comparison between A9K-2T20GE-L and A9K-8T-L.
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Product Code |
A9K-2T20GE-L |
A9K-8T-L |
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Product Description |
2-Port 10GE, 20-Port GE Low Queue Combo Line Card, requires XFPs for 10GE, SFPs for GE |
8-Port 10GE Low Queue Line Card, requires XFPs |
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Supported Devices |
Cisco ASR 9000 Router |
Cisco ASR 9000 Router |
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Connectivity |
10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, 1-Gbps, and 10-Gbps 802.3 Ethernet |
10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, 1-Gbps, and 10-Gbps 802.3 Ethernet |
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Memory |
4 GB DRAM |
4 GB DRAM |
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Physical dimensions (H x W x D); weight |
14 x 1.72 x 20.5 in.(35.56 x 4.37 x 52.07 cm) 14 – 19 lb (6.35 – 8.62 kg) |
14 x 1.72 x 20.5 in.(35.56 x 4.37 x 52.07 cm) 14 – 19 lb (6.35 – 8.62 kg) |
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