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IOS XR software proved extremely stable in our core network. MPLS features worked flawlessly and uptime has been excellent.
A9K-04.00
IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE SW FOR ASR 9000 SERIES
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A9K-04.00 Overview
A9K-04.00 is a high-performance, modular router engineered for demanding enterprise and data center applications. It features a robust modular architecture that supports redundant power options, offering both AC and DC power supplies for uninterrupted operation and enhanced reliability. The device is equipped with dual WAN interfaces and multiple LAN ports, enabling flexible network configurations and secure connectivity through integrated VPN, firewall, and WAN optimization services.
A9K-04.00 delivers exceptional throughput and low latency performance while ensuring network continuity with advanced redundancy features. Its design incorporates scalable modular capabilities with expansion slots for additional integrated services, and configurable ports that support dual WAN configurations alongside ample LAN connectivity. Ideal for enterprise backbone deployments and critical infrastructure, this router meets rigorous performance and security standards for a wide range of use cases.
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A9K-04.00 Specifications
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / Static Routing
- Broadband
- N/A
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 2 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 8 LAN Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10/100/1000
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Network Protocols
- IPv4, IPv6
- Remote Management
- SSH, SNMP, Telnet
- Compliance Standards
- FCC, CE
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN, Firewall, High Availability, Redundancy
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Integrated Services
- Voice, Video, WAN Optimization
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Safety
- N/A
- EMC
- N/A
- Telecom
- N/A
- Throughput Capacity
- 10 Gbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection
- Expansion Slots
- NIM, SM-X
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Flash Memory
- 512 MB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45, SFP
- Power
- 350 Watt
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- A9K-04.00
- Height
- 2.75 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 35 lbs
A9K-04.00 Use Case
5G Mobile Backhaul with Segment Routing on ASR 9000
A Tier-1 operator deploys A9K-04.00-IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE SW on ASR 9000 routers to implement segment-routing for 5G backhaul aggregation. It delivers sub-50 ms latency, carrier-grade high availability, and dynamic path steering across the core network. Benefit: Simplifies operations, reduces OPEX by 30%, and ensures consistent QoS for premium mobile services.
Scalable Multi-Site Data Center Interconnect with L3VPN
A global enterprise uses A9K-04.00-IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE SW on ASR 9000 to establish encrypted Layer 3 VPN overlays between geographically dispersed data centers. Leveraging advanced Traffic Engineering and fast convergence (<50 ms), it provides SLA-driven bandwidth on demand and seamless workload mobility. Benefit: Achieves 5× faster failover, 40% higher capacity utilization, and end-to-end security for critical applications.
Automated Hybrid Cloud On-Ramp and Traffic Engineering
A cloud service provider integrates A9K-04.00-IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE SW on ASR 9000 to orchestrate hybrid cloud on-ramps with per-tenant QoS and MPLS TE via open APIs. Real-time provisioning and segment-routing deliver deterministic performance and granular service isolation. Benefit: Cuts service activation from days to minutes and optimizes network performance for multi-cloud workloads.
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Product Comparison Table
 A9K-04.00 |  ASR-9010-DC |  ASR-9010-2P-KIT |  A9K-RSP-4G |  A9K-04.01 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | N/A | Fiber Optic | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic / DSL / N/A |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | FCC, CE | RoHS, FCC, CE | FCC / CE | FCC, CE | FCC, CE |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | 18 inches | 28 inches | N/A | 14 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | FCC Part 15, CE | N/A | N/A | FCC Part 15, EN55032 |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM, SM-X | NIM | NIM / SFP+ | SFP+ | EHWIC, SFP+ |
| Features | VPN, Firewall, High Availability, Redundancy | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | VPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible / QoS | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, MPLS | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, VoIP |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Chassis | Rack-mount |
| Height | 2.75 inches | 4.5 inches | 3.5 inches | N/A | 2 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 / SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45, SFP+ |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | Modular LAN | 4 LAN Ports | Modular LAN | 4 LAN Ports |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 8 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 2 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4, IPv6, OSPF, BGP, RIP |
| Power | 350 Watt | 650W | 350W | 350 W | 250W |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | A9K-04.00 | ASR-9010-DC | ASR-9010-2P-KIT | Cisco A9K-RSP-4G | A9K-04.01 Enterprise Modular Router |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SSH, SNMP, Telnet | SNMP, SSH, Telnet, HTTPS | SSH / Telnet / SNMP | SSH, SNMP, Telnet | CLI, SNMP, Telnet, HTTP/HTTPS |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / IS-IS / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / IS-IS / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / RIP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | UL Certified | N/A | N/A | UL, CE |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | ETSI | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 10 Gbps | 40Gbps | 10 Gbps | 4 Gbps | 10 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | Modular WAN | 2 WAN | Modular WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 35 lbs | 35 lbs | 50 lbs | N/A | 15 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
D
Daniel Whitmore
4
Reliable core software for ASR 9000. Routing performance and scalability met enterprise expectations.
R
Robert Ellison
5
Deployment was smooth and performance has been consistent. A solid choice for IP MPLS environments.
J
James Thornton
3
Cisco IOS XR delivered strong stability under heavy traffic. No unexpected behavior noticed.
A
Andrew Collins
4
Enterprise grade software that performs exactly as required in a service provider core.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE software for ASR 9000 Series (SKU A9K-04.00)?
Cisco IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE software for ASR 9000 Series (SKU A9K-04.00) is a carrier-grade, distributed operating system that provides advanced IP routing and MPLS services for high-performance core networks.
Which ASR 9000 models are compatible with IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE (A9K-04.00)?
IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE (A9K-04.00) is supported on all Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers that run IOS XR software, including ASR 9001, 9006, 9010, 9012 and 9904 platforms.
What core features does IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE provide?
The software delivers advanced MPLS TE, L3VPN, IP unicast and multicast, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, Segment Routing and high-density 100GBE interfaces for scalable carrier networks.
How does MPLS in IOS XR IP/MPLS CORE benefit network performance?
MPLS enables traffic engineering, fast reroute and deterministic latency, optimizing bandwidth utilization and ensuring sub-50ms reconvergence in core network failures.