Description
The Cisco A99-48X10GE-1G-TR is a high-performance line card designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers, offering 48 ports of 10 Gigabit Ethernet with support for both 1G and 10G SFP/SFP+ transceivers. Built for scalability and reliability, this line card is ideal for service providers and large enterprises looking to expand their network capacity while maintaining efficient power and cooling. Its modular design supports hot-swappable optics and integrates seamlessly into the ASR 9000 chassis, enabling minimal downtime during upgrades or maintenance. The card also features Cisco’s advanced queuing and traffic management capabilities, ensuring high throughput and low latency for demanding workloads.
Technically, the A99-48X10GE-1G-TR supports up to 480 Gbps of total throughput and leverages Cisco’s nPower network processor architecture for enhanced packet forwarding and service scalability. It is equipped with deep packet buffers and supports advanced features such as QoS, MPLS, and Layer 2/3 VPN services. This line card includes hardware-based forwarding for IPv4 and IPv6, making it suitable for modern dual-stack environments. When buying used, it’s essential to ensure the card includes all 48 port cages, is free of damage, and comes with the appropriate software licensing for integration into existing ASR 9000 deployments.