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12000/6-DC
Cisco 12000 6-slot Chassis; 2Alarm, 1Blower, 2DC
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12000/6-DC is a high-performance enterprise router engineered with a modular architecture that supports robust DC power options and redundant configurations. It offers multiple WAN and LAN interfaces with advanced Ethernet technology, ensuring high throughput and reliable connectivity for mission-critical applications.
Designed to deliver integrated services such as voice, video, and WAN optimization, 12000/6-DC features flexible modular capabilities and comprehensive VPN support to secure remote connections. Its high availability, redundant power, and exceptional performance make it ideal for enterprise deployments, data center interconnectivity, and branch office networking.
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| 12000/6-DC |  CHOC48/DS3-SR-SC |  12000/4 |  12000/10-AC-PEM |  12000-SIP-501 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic / DSL | N/A | Fiber Optic / DSL / 4G / LTE | N/A | Fiber Optic |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention |
| Compliance Standards | IEEE 802.3, FCC, CE | CE, FCC | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | CE / FCC / RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 14 inches | 16 inches | 18 inches | 17 inches | 18 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | FCC, CE | FCC Part 15, CISPR 22 | N/A | FCC Class B |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | SFP+ | NIM, SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ |
| Features | VPN, Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, QoS, IPv6 Compatible | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, Redundancy | Mesh, VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, POE, MPLS, Syslog | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 2 inches | 4 inches | 2 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 | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP, SFP+ | RJ-45, SFP, SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP |
| LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | 24 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 1 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | TCP/IP, UDP | IPv4, IPv6, TCP/IP | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP | IPv4 / IPv6 |
| Power | 120W | 150 W | 400W | 350 Watt | 250 Watts |
| Power Source | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply with Redundancy |
| Product Name | 12000/6-DC Enterprise Router | CHOC48/DS3-SR-SC | 12000/4 Enterprise Router | 12000/10-AC-PEM | 12000-SIP-501 Integrated Services Router |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SNMP, CLI, Web Interface | SNMP, CLI, Web GUI | SNMP, NETCONF, REST API | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SSH / Telnet / SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | UL, CE | UL, CSA | N/A | EMC / Surge Protection |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | TIA/EIA | N/A | TIA/EIA |
| Throughput Capacity | 10 Gbps | 45 Mbps | 10 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 5 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | 4 WAN | 2 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 25 lbs | 15 lbs | 35 lbs | 25 lbs | 20 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 19 inches | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
The 6-slot DC chassis is perfect for our telco environments. It provides the professional reliability and power efficiency we require.
Robust and steady performance. This DC-powered unit handles our core traffic spikes without breaking a sweat. High-quality build.
Excellent port density for a DC environment. The chassis is easy to maintain and has provided 100% uptime since installation.
Top-tier reliability. This chassis is the heart of our regional DC sites. It has handled our growth effortlessly and remains very stable.
Professional grade hardware. The modular design makes maintenance a breeze without disrupting services. Perfect for high-availability DC sites.
The Cisco 12000 6-slot Chassis offers six module bays, two DC power supplies, one blower, two alarm modules, and high-throughput backplane for carrier-grade routing.
The SKU 12000/6-DC includes two redundant DC power modules to ensure continuous operation and load sharing in critical environments.
This chassis comes with a single high-capacity blower module that provides front-to-back airflow for optimal thermal management.
The chassis features two alarm modules that monitor temperature, power status, and fan operation, generating SNMP traps for proactive alerts.
Yes, the chassis supports a full range of Cisco 12000 series line cards and route processors across its six high-speed slots.
All power supplies, alarm modules, and the blower in this chassis are hot-swappable, enabling zero-downtime maintenance.
The chassis measures 8.5” H x 19” W x 22” D and weighs approximately 60 lbs without modules installed.
This carrier-grade chassis is ideal for service provider and data center core networks requiring high availability and scalability.
While the chassis includes one blower module, you can add an optional second blower for fully redundant cooling paths.
The chassis delivers up to 240 Gbps of non-blocking backplane bandwidth to support high-density routing.
Use Cisco IOS commands or SNMP to query chassis operational status, view alarm logs, and receive alerts for any fault conditions.
Keep the chassis control firmware up to date via Cisco’s Software Download Center to maintain compatibility and security.
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty and a range of SMARTnet support plans for advanced replacement and 24×7 assistance.
Mount the chassis in a standard 19″ rack using the included rail kit, secure it with four screws, and connect DC power and earth ground.
No, the chassis power bay accepts only DC power modules when using SKU 12000/6-DC; mixing AC and DC is not supported.
Always de-energize and ground the chassis before servicing, use electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection, and follow Cisco safety guidelines.