Description
The Cisco A9K-8T-B is a high-performance 8-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet line card designed for the ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. Built for scalability and reliability, it offers wire-speed forwarding and is ideal for high-density service provider edge and core network environments. The card is designed with modularity in mind, featuring hot-swappable components and compatibility with Cisco IOS XR software for robust routing capabilities. Its compact form factor and efficient airflow design make it suitable for space-constrained data centers.
Technically, the A9K-8T-B supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet over SFP+ interfaces, enabling flexible connectivity with a range of optical and copper transceivers. It delivers up to 80 Gbps of throughput and supports advanced features like QoS, MPLS, and IPv6. The card is engineered with deep packet buffering and high-performance forwarding ASICs to handle intensive traffic loads. Designed for durability and long-term deployment, it is a reliable choice for buyers seeking used networking hardware that maintains high performance standards.

