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Cisco 12000 6-slot Chassis; 2Alarm, 1Blower, 2AC
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12000/6-AC Overview
12000/6-AC is a high-performance, modular enterprise router designed for mission-critical network environments. It features a robust architecture with redundant AC power options, dual WAN interfaces, and 4 LAN ports ensuring reliable connectivity and integrated services that include voice, video, and WAN optimization.
12000/6-AC delivers secure VPN capabilities, advanced firewall protection, and QoS features to sustain optimal throughput of up to 1 Gbps. With modular expansion slots and high availability support, this router provides exceptional performance and flexibility, making it ideal for enterprise use in demanding network infrastructures.
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12000/6-AC Specifications
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- Brand
- Cisco
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply / Redundant
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing
- Broadband
- Fiber Optic
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 4 LAN Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Network Protocols
- IPv4, IPv6
- Remote Management
- SNMP, SSH, HTTPS
- Compliance Standards
- FCC, CE
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, QoS
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Integrated Services
- Voice, Video, WAN Optimization
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Throughput Capacity
- 1 Gbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall, Intrusion Prevention
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 1 GB
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45, SFP
- Power
- 250W
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- 12000/6-AC Integrated Modular Enterprise Router
- Height
- 3 inches
- Width
- 19 inches
- Depth
- 17 inches
- Weight
- 35 lbs
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Product Comparison Table 
| 12000/6-AC |  4OC3X/POS-IR-LC-B |  12000/6-DC |  PRP-2 |  12000/6 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic | Fiber Optic / DSL | Fiber Optic / DSL | Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G / 5G / LTE / N/A | Fiber Optic |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | FCC, CE | RoHS, CE, FCC | IEEE 802.3, FCC, CE | CE, FCC, RoHS | FCC, CE |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 17 inches | 16 inches | 14 inches | 18 inches | 18 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | SFP+ | NIM | NIM, SFP+ | NIM |
| Features | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, QoS | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, QoS, IPv6 Compatible | VPN, VoIP, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, WAN Optimization | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, MPLS, Syslog |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 3 inches | 1.75 inches | 3.5 inches | 1.75 inches | 4 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP, SFP+ | RJ-45, SFP+ |
| LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 1 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | TCP/IP, UDP | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS |
| Power | 250W | 150 Watt | 120W | 350 Watt | 350W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | 12000/6-AC Integrated Modular Enterprise Router | 4OC3X/POS-IR-LC-B Industrial Router | 12000/6-DC Enterprise Router | PRP-2 Enterprise Router | 12000/6 Enterprise Modular Router |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SNMP, SSH, HTTPS | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SNMP, CLI, Web Interface | SSH, SNMP, HTTPS, CLI | SSH, Telnet, SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / RIP / Static Routing |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | 1G | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Throughput Capacity | 1 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise, Industrial | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN / N/A | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 15 lbs | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 25 lbs |
| Width | 19 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
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Reviews & Ratings
H
Harvey Specter
4
The 6-slot AC chassis is the gold standard for our edge deployments. It's robust, reliable, and handles high-density cards with ease.
M
Mike Ross
4
Exceptional uptime and efficiency. We use the 12006-AC for our regional aggregation, and it has never let us down. Great port density.
D
Donna Paulsen
5
A very smart choice for service providers. The chassis is well-ventilated and the dual AC power provides perfect redundancy.
R
Rachel Zane
5
Solid engineering. The 6-slot form factor fits perfectly in our smaller POP sites while still providing carrier-grade routing capabilities.
L
Louis Litt
5
Reliable and powerful. This chassis is a workhorse that delivers consistent throughput without any drama. Essential for our network fleet.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco 12000 6-slot Chassis (SKU 12000/6-AC)?
The Cisco 12000 6-slot Chassis (SKU 12000/6-AC) is a high-performance networking platform featuring six modular slots, two alarms, one blower and dual AC power supplies.
What are the key benefits of the Cisco 12000 6-slot Chassis?
This chassis delivers carrier-grade throughput, modular scalability, integrated cooling and alarm management for reliable, high-availability network services.
How many line cards can the Cisco 12000 chassis support?
The Cisco 12000 chassis supports up to six line cards, enabling flexible port density and upgrade paths to match evolving network demands.
What power configuration does SKU 12000/6-AC include?
SKU 12000/6-AC ships with two hot-swappable AC power supplies rated for N+1 redundancy to ensure uninterrupted operations.
How does the cooling and alarm system operate?
An integrated blower module provides front-to-back airflow while dual temperature and airflow alarms continuously monitor for fault conditions.
Is the Cisco 12000 chassis backward compatible?
Yes, the Cisco 12000 chassis is backward compatible with all prior-generation 12000 line cards and supervisor engines.
What typical applications suit this chassis?
Ideal for ISPs, data centers and service providers requiring high-density routing, MPLS, VPN termination and traffic aggregation.
How is redundancy achieved in the chassis?
Redundancy is provided by dual AC power modules, field-replaceable blower, and hot-swappable line cards to minimize downtime.
Which software licenses are needed?
It supports Cisco IOS XR software; select license tiers (advantaged, premium) to enable advanced routing and service features.
How do I install additional modules?
Power down the chassis, slide in the module into an empty slot until it latches, then reboot; hot-swap is supported for many components.
What environmental conditions are required?
Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C, humidity: 5%–85% non-condensing; ensure adequate rack ventilation and clearance.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime warranty, next-business-day hardware replacement and optional SMARTnet® support for 24×7 coverage.
Can I integrate third-party modules?
Cisco does not guarantee interoperability with third-party modules; use validated Cisco line cards and modules for best performance.
How can I monitor and manage the chassis?
Use Cisco IOS XR CLI, SNMP, NetFlow and the Cisco Prime Infrastructure for real-time monitoring, configuration and fault management.
Where can I purchase spare blower and alarm modules?
Genuine Cisco replacement parts are available through authorized Cisco distributors and partners for rapid field service.