Part Number: A9K-16T/8-B
Manufacturer: Cisco Systems, Inc.
Overview
The Cisco A9K-16T/8-B is a high-performance line card designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. This line card offers a robust and scalable solution for high-density Ethernet connectivity, providing 16 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G) and 8 ports of 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1G). It is engineered to deliver superior network performance, reliability, and flexibility for demanding enterprise and service provider environments.
Key Features
High-Density Ports: Provides 16 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G) ports and 8 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1G) ports, delivering high-density connectivity options to accommodate various network requirements.
Advanced Performance: Designed to support high-speed data transfer and efficient traffic management, ensuring optimal performance for data-intensive applications.
Scalability: Modular and scalable design allows for easy expansion and adaptation to growing network demands, supporting future network growth.
Reliability: Built with high-quality components to ensure long-term durability and dependable operation in mission-critical network environments.
Flexible Connectivity: Supports a range of connectivity options, providing flexibility for integrating with existing network infrastructure and devices.
Enhanced Features: Includes support for advanced network features such as Quality of Service (QoS), traffic engineering, and network virtualization.
Applications
Enterprise Networks: Ideal for large enterprise networks requiring high-density and high-performance Ethernet connectivity to support various applications and services.
Service Providers: Suitable for service provider networks needing scalable and reliable connectivity solutions to manage high-bandwidth traffic and support multiple customers.
Data Centers: Effective for data center environments where high-speed and high-density connectivity is essential for server and storage integration.
Network Aggregation: Useful for network aggregation layers, offering high-capacity and flexible connectivity to handle aggregated traffic from multiple sources.
Specifications
Model: Cisco A9K-16T/8-B
Port Density:
16 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G) ports
8 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet (1G) ports
Form Factor: Line card designed for use with Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers
Compatibility: Specifically engineered for Cisco ASR 9000 Series platforms
Performance: Supports high-speed data transfer and efficient traffic management
Features: Includes advanced network features such as QoS and traffic engineering
Why Choose the Cisco A9K-16T/8-B?
High Performance: Delivers robust performance with high-density ports and advanced network features, making it suitable for demanding network environments.
Scalability: Modular design allows for easy expansion and adaptation to evolving network requirements, supporting future growth and increasing connectivity needs.
Reliability: Built with durable components and designed for mission-critical environments, ensuring dependable operation and minimal downtime.
Flexibility: Offers a range of connectivity options to integrate seamlessly with existing network infrastructure and accommodate various applications.
Advanced Features: Supports advanced network functionalities to optimize traffic management and enhance overall network performance.