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7609S-RSP720C-P Overview
7609S-RSP720C-P is a high-performance modular router supervisor designed for enterprise and service provider networks. It features a robust architecture with modular capabilities and redundant power options that ensure continuous operation and high reliability in demanding environments.
7609S-RSP720C-P integrates multiple WAN/LAN interface options with a suite of integrated services including advanced routing protocols, VPN support for secure communications, and comprehensive QoS management. Its proven throughput capacity and performance redundancy make it ideal for mission-critical applications and large-scale deployments.
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7609S-RSP720C-P Specifications
- Product Type
- Router Supervisor Card
- VPN Support
- N/A
- Power Source
- Redundant
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing
- Broadband
- N/A
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Configuration
- N/A
- WAN Ports
- N/A
- LAN Ports
- N/A
- Ethernet Technology
- N/A
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Network Protocols
- IPv4 / IPv6
- Remote Management
- Telnet / SSH
- Compliance Standards
- FCC / CE
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- N/A
- Features
- IPv6 Compatible / MPLS / Redundancy / Integrated Services
- Use Case
- Enterprise / Service Provider
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Integrated Services
- Routing / Switching
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Safety
- N/A
- EMC
- N/A
- Telecom
- N/A
- Throughput Capacity
- 720 Mbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- N/A
- Expansion Slots
- N/A
- Modular Slots Available
- N/A
- Stacking Capability
- No
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 512 MB
- Flash Memory
- 256 MB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45 / SFP
- Power
- N/A
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- 7609S-RSP720C-P
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
7609S-RSP720C-P Use Case
High-Availability Enterprise Core Backbone with Cisco 7609S
In a global enterprise deploying mission-critical applications across 5,000+ users, the Cisco 7609S Chassis (9-slot) with dual RSP720-3C modules delivers seamless Layer 3 routing and stateful failover. Its modular architecture and redundant power supply ensure sub-50ms convergence and zero-packet loss during maintenance, enabling 99.999% network uptime and consistent application performance.
Service Provider Edge Routing and MPLS Aggregation
A tier-1 ISP uses the Cisco 7609S Chassis, 9-slot, with RSP720-3C to aggregate hundreds of gigabit and 10-Gigabit Ethernet customer links. Carrier-grade reliability and support for full MPLS, QoS and advanced BGP policies allow scalable peering, rapid service provisioning and predictable SLAs, reducing operational costs by up to 30%.
Data Center Aggregation and Campus Interconnect
In a high-performance data center, the Cisco 7609S (9-slot) chassis equipped with RSP720-3C serves as the aggregation layer for 40+ Top-of-Rack switches. Its 720Gbps switching capacity, hot-swappable line cards and power redundancy optimize east-west traffic, simplify network segmentation and accelerate VM migration, boosting resource utilization by 45%.
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Product Comparison Table 
| 7609S-RSP720C-P |  CISCO7613 |  7606-S323B-8G-R |  7603S-RSP720C-P |  7606S-RSP720C-P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | Fiber Optic | N/A | Fiber Optic | N/A |
| Built-in Security Features | N/A | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | FCC / CE | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC / CE / RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS | FCC, CE, RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | N/A | 17 inches | N/A | 18 inches | N/A |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | FCC / CE | EN 55032 | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | N/A | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | NIM | NIM | NIM, SFP+ | NIM |
| Features | IPv6 Compatible / MPLS / Redundancy / Integrated Services | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, MPLS | VPN / MPLS / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, High Availability | VPN, Redundancy, Modular, Integrated Services |
| Firewall Features | N/A | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 256 MB | 512 MB | N/A | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Modular | Rack-mount Chassis | Rack-mount |
| Height | N/A | 1.75 inches | N/A | 4 inches | 1.75 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Routing / Switching | Voice, 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+ | RJ-45, SFP |
| LAN Ports | N/A | 4 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 Modular LAN Ports | Modular LAN |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 512 MB | 4 GB | N/A | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | N/A | 3+ Slots | N/A | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | IP, TCP, UDP, ICMP | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS |
| Power | N/A | 250 W | N/A | 200W | 350 W |
| Power Source | Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | Redundant | AC Power Supply with Redundant Options | AC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | 7609S-RSP720C-P | Cisco CISCO7613 Series Integrated Services Router | Cisco 7606-S323B-8G-R | 7603S-RSP720C-P | 7606S-RSP720C-P |
| Product Type | Router Supervisor Card | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Modular Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | Telnet / SSH | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SSH / Telnet / SNMP | SSH, HTTPS, SNMP | SSH, Telnet, SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing / N/A | OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, RIP, Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / RIP |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | UL Listed | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | No | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | TIA-568 | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 720 Mbps | 1 Gbps | 8 Gbps | 2 Gbps | 15 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise / Service Provider | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | N/A | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN / N/A | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN |
| WAN Configuration | N/A | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | N/A | 2 WAN | Modular WAN | 2 Modular WAN Ports | Modular WAN |
| Weight | N/A | 15 lbs | N/A | 25 lbs | 30 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | 19 inches | N/A | 17 inches | 19 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
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Benjamin Ortiz
5
Cisco RSP720 met enterprise expectations.
C
Charles Denton
5
Stable operation with minimal issues.
D
Dominic Reyes
4
Good fit for medium scale networks.
E
Evan Foster
5
Trusted Cisco hardware.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco 7609S Chassis (SKU: 7609S-RSP720C-P)?
The Cisco 7609S is a high-performance, nine-slot modular router chassis featuring the RSP720-3C Route Switch Processor and an AC power supply, designed for enterprise and service-provider core networks.
How many line-card slots does the Cisco 7609S chassis support?
The Cisco 7609S chassis supports nine line-card slots, allowing flexible deployment of interface modules for Ethernet, POS, ATM, DSL and other services.
Which Route Switch Processor is included with SKU 7609S-RSP720C-P?
This SKU includes the RSP720-3C Route Switch Processor, delivering up to 720 Gbps of forwarding capacity and hardware-based Layer 2/3 switching.
What is the maximum forwarding capacity of the Cisco 7609S?
The Cisco 7609S chassis with RSP720-3C supports up to 720 Gbps of aggregate forwarding capacity for high-throughput network environments.
What power supply comes with the 7609S-RSP720C-P?
The 7609S-RSP720C-P includes a single AC power supply (PS) that delivers 4,000 watts of power, supporting all nine slots and the RSP720-3C.
Can I install a redundant power supply in the Cisco 7609S?
Yes, the Cisco 7609S chassis has two power-supply bays that support AC or DC redundant power modules to ensure continuous operation.
What are the physical dimensions and rack-unit size?
The chassis measures 17.5 in. (W) × 7.0 in. (H) × 20.5 in. (D) and occupies 7 rack units (7 RU) in a standard 19-inch equipment rack.
What operating temperature range does the 7609S support?
The Cisco 7609S operates between 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) and can be stored between –40°F to 158°F (–40°C to 70°C).
Which Cisco IOS Software releases are supported?
The 7609S chassis is supported by Cisco IOS Software Release 12.2SX up to 15.2SY, offering advanced IP, MPLS, and routing features.
Is the Cisco 7609S backward compatible with earlier modules?
Yes, the 7609S supports most line cards and interface modules from the Cisco 7600 series, simplifying network upgrades and migrations.
What are the key use cases for the Cisco 7609S?
The Cisco 7609S is ideal for service-provider edge, enterprise campus core, data center aggregation, and high-performance WAN aggregation applications.
How scalable is the Cisco 7609S chassis?
With nine slots, modular power and cooling, and a 720 Gbps switch fabric, the Cisco 7609S scales to support large-scale routing and switching demands.
What are the ventilation and noise specifications?
The chassis uses front-to-back airflow with six field-replaceable fan trays and operates below 65 dBA in accordance with Cisco environmental standards.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty, optional Smart Net Total Care for 24×7 support, and software updates for Cisco IOS releases.
What are the typical power consumption characteristics?
Under full load, the 7609S with RSP720-3C consumes approximately 1,200 watts; power usage scales with installed line cards and modules.
How do I perform the initial setup and installation?
Mount the chassis in a 19″ rack, install the RSP and power supply, insert line cards, connect power and network cables, then configure IOS via the console port.