Cisco ASR-9912-AC 12-slot Router, Backbone Network Core Node Device, Supports 100GE/400GE, Scalable Chassis

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Description du produit

1. Product Overview

Cisco ASR-9912-AC is a 12-slot high-end core router in the Cisco ASR 9000 series, designed specifically for carrier backbone networks, large enterprise core networks, and cloud service providers.Equipped with an integrated AC power system, this model offers industry-leading performance density, scalability, and energy efficiency, making it a key infrastructure for building next-generation IP networks.

II.System Architecture and Specifications

2.1 Physical specifications of the chassis

Parameter category     Detailed specifications

Chassis model: ASR-9912-AC

Slot configuration: 12 business slots (supporting line cards, routing processors, etc.)

Overall dimensions: 21 RU (rack unit), 36.75 inches (933.5mm) high

Chassis dimensions: height × width × depth: 36.75" × 17.5" × 32" (933.5mm × 444.5mm × 812.8mm)

Installation method: Standard 19-inch rack installation, with front and rear mounting brackets

Weight: Empty chassis: 110 pounds (50 kilograms); Full load: Depends on configuration

Cooling system: Front and rear ventilation, redundant fan tray, zoned cooling

2.2 Power supply system (AC version)

Power Supply Characteristics Specification

Power configuration: Standard configuration includes dual AC power supplies (expandable to 4)

Input voltage: 200-240V AC, 50/60Hz

Power Supply Capacity: Each power module has a capacity of 3000W (compatible with PWR-3KW-AC-V2)

Redundancy mode: N+N or N+1 redundancy, supporting hot plugging

Total system power: Maximum 12,000W (fully configured)

Energy Efficiency Rating: High energy efficiency design, with typical power consumption reduced by 30% compared to the previous generation

III.Performance and Capacity Metrics

3.1 System performance benchmark

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Throughput capacity:

System capacity: 4.8 Tbps (full duplex)

Packet forwarding rate: 7,200 Mpps

Routing table entries:>2 million IPv4/v6 routes

Switch matrix: Distributed Crossbar architecture

Scalability:

• Line card type: Supports the entire series of A9K line cards

• Interface speed: 1GE, 10GE, 40GE, 100GE, 400GE

• Port density: Up to 576 10GE ports (fully configured)

3.2 Slot allocation and configuration

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Slot layout planning:

Slot 0-1: Routing Processor (RP) slot

  - Supports processors such as A99-RP2-SE

  - 1+1 redundant configuration

Slot positions 2-11: Line Card (LC) slots

  - 10 business slots

  - Supports any combination of line cards

Dedicated slot:

  - Fan tray (front)

  - Power module (rear)

  - Matrix module (built-in)

IV.Key Features and Technical Advantages

4.1 Hardware innovation features

Scalable switching matrix

Non-blocking Crossbar architecture

Support on-demand capacity upgrade

Built-in hardware redundancy

Intelligent power management

Dynamic power adjustment based on load

Hierarchical power budget management

Real-time energy consumption monitoring

Enhanced heat dissipation design

Independent fan zoning control

Front-to-back heat dissipation optimization

Supports operation in high-temperature environments (up to 40°C)

4.2 Software and functional features

operating system

Cisco IOS XR 64-bit operating system

Modular software architecture

In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU)

network function

Comprehensive MPLS support (L2/L3 VPN)

Segment Routing (SR-MPLS, SRv6)

Deep Buffer and QoS capabilities

Hardware-level NetFlow/sFlow

Reliability characteristics

99.999% system availability

Hot-swap all components

Fast route convergence (<1 second)

Non-stop forwarding (NSF/SSO)

V. Compatibility and Component Configuration

5.1 List of compatible components

Component type  Example of compatible models

Routing processor A99-RP2-SE, A99-RP2-TR

Line cards A9K-48X10GE-1G-TR, A9K-4X100GE-TR, A9K-2X400GE

Exchange matrix: Built-in, supports FIA matrix upgrade

Fan tray A99-FAN-TRAY

Power module PWR-3KW-AC-V2 (standard configuration)

5.2 Typical configuration scheme

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# Example of operator core configuration

[Basic configuration]

Chassis ="ASR-9912-AC"

Processor ="A99-RP2-SE ×2 (redundant)"

Power Supply ="PWR-3KW-AC-V2 ×4 (N+N Redundancy)"

[Line card configuration]

Slots 2-3 ="A9K-4X100GE-TR (uplink backbone)"

Slot 4-7 ="A9K-48X10GE-1G-TR (Service Aggregation)"

Slots 8-9 ="A9K-2X400GE (Data Center Interconnection)"

[Software Function]

IOS_XR version ="7.8.x"

Enabled features = ["MPLS VPN","SR-MPLS","NetFlow","QoS"]

VI.Application Scenarios and Deployment

6.1 Operator network deployment

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Application location: Backbone network core/aggregation

Typical configuration:

Internet plus Peer-to-Peer Interconnection Point (IXP)

Multiple 100GE peer-to-peer sessions

Full BGP routing table processing

Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) Core

Aggregate multiple BRAS/BNGs

Provide metropolitan area VPN services

Mobile Backhaul Gateway

4G/5G base station convergence

Mobile core network interconnection

6.2 Large enterprises and cloud scenarios

Data center gateway

Multi-cloud Interconnection Hub

Enterprise backbone network core

Core router of campus network

Financial service network

High-frequency trading network core

Multi-data center interconnection

Financial dedicated line access point

Government and educational network

National scientific research network backbone

Large campus network core

Convergence point of government private network

VII.Installation and Deployment Guide

7.1 Preparation before installation

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Site requirements checklist:

Rack space: At least 42U (considering maintenance space)

Power requirements: Dual independent AC power inputs

Load-bearing capacity: The load-bearing capacity of the rack is ≥300kg

Cooling conditions: Air conditioning system, isolation of cold and hot aisles

Network access: preparation of fiber optic patch panel

7.2 Overview of installation steps

Rack installation

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1.Install the rack guide rail

2.Lift the machine box (recommended for 4 people)

3.Fix the front and rear supports

4.Adjust horizontal and vertical alignment

Component Installation

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1.Install the routing processor (RP)

2.Install the line card (LC)

3.Install the power module

4.Connect the management cable

System initialization

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Basic configuration example

hostname Core-ASR9912

Manage interface configuration

interface MgmtEth0/RP0/CPU0/0

 IPv4 address 10.1.1.1 255.255.255.0

Basic system configuration

telnet vrf default ipv4 server max-servers 5

ssh server v2

ssh server netconf vrf default

VIII.Operation, Maintenance, and Management

8.1 Monitoring and management tools

Command line management

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show platform         # hardware status

show environment all  # environment monitoring

show processes cpu    # CPU usage

show memory summary   # Memory usage

SNMP monitoring

MIB support: CISCO-PROCESS-MIB, ENTITY-MIB

Support NetConf/YANG model

Can be integrated into systems such as SolarWinds and PRTG

Cisco management platform

Cisco Crosswork Network Controller

Cisco NSO(Network Services Orchestrator)

Cisco DNA Center (Enterprise Scenario)

8.2 Maintain best practices

routine maintenance

Daily: Check system logs and power status

Weekly: Backup configuration, performance trend analysis

Monthly: Clean the filter screen and check the firmware version

Fault handling process

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Fault identification → Log analysis → Component isolation →

Spare parts replacement → Function verification → Documentation

IX.Summary of Technical Advantages

9.1 Core competitiveness

Leading in performance density

Maximum port density per unit rack space

Industry-leading performance per watt

Future 400GE/800GE readiness

Business agility

Software-defined networking capability

Automated configuration and deployment

Quick business activation

Investment protection

Backward compatible with all A9K line cards

Software functions are activated as needed

Smooth capacity upgrade path

9.2 Business value

Reduce TCO: High energy efficiency reduces operating costs

Business innovation: Support the rapid launch of new businesses

Risk reduction: operator-level reliability assurance

Simplify operation and maintenance: support from a unified management platform

X.Ordering and Service

10.1 Ordering Information

Base chassis: ASR-9912-AC (including dual AC power supply)

License: Performance license based on throughput

Service option: Cisco Smart Net Total Care

Delivery cycle: Typically 4-6 weeks (depending on configuration)