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A9K-16T/8-B
Cisco ASR 9000 Line Card A9K-16T/8-B 16-Port 10GE DX Medium...
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A9K-16T/8-B is a high-performance Ethernet module engineered for use in Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers, delivering robust 10Gbps connectivity through SFP+ interfaces. Built to support critical TCP/IP communications, this modular network card is designed to meet the high-speed, low-latency demands of modern service provider and data center environments.
Optimized for reliability and scalability, the A9K-16T/8-B seamlessly integrates into existing Cisco deployments for upgrading network interfaces and expanding data center capacity. Its precision engineering and adherence to strict environmental and performance standards make it an ideal solution for high-density routing and mission-critical applications.
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A regional service provider deploys the Cisco ASR 9000 with the A9K-16T/8-B 16-Port 10GE DX Medium Queue Line Card (requires SFPs) to aggregate multi-gigabit business Ethernet circuits across its metro ring. The line card’s medium-queue architecture enforces strict SLAs, mitigates congestion during traffic spikes, and delivers sub-5 ms latency with 99.99% availability. Outcome: rapid service activation, consistent performance under load, and up to 40% reduction in operational costs through unified aggregation.
A national mobile operator uses the A9K-16T/8-B line card in its ASR 9000 core to backhaul 4G/5G traffic from distributed cell sites. Sixteen 10GE DX SFP-based ports combined with medium-queue buffering ensure deterministic latency, packet prioritization for VoNR and eMBB services, and seamless scaling under peak loads. Outcome: 30% improved QoS for end users, simplified capacity expansion, and 99.999% network uptime.
A global financial institution consolidates multiple campus distribution layers into a centralized Cisco ASR 9000 core using the A9K-16T/8-B 16-Port 10GE DX Medium Queue Line Card. The solution delivers deterministic performance for latency-sensitive trading applications and real-time backup replication, while SFP-based fiber connectivity provides deployment flexibility and minimal rack footprint. Outcome: 50% lower network latency, streamlined operations, and enhanced reliability for mission-critical services.
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| A9K-16T/8-B |  A9K-2T20GE-E |  A9K-8T/4-L |  A9K-8T-L |  A9K-8T-B | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card |
| Module Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 20Gbps | 1Gbps | 10G | 1G |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | SFP+ | RJ-45 | SFP+ | RJ-45 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, MPLS | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Compatibility | Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers | Cisco ASR9000 Series Routers | Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers | Cisco | Cisco ASR 9000 Series |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 20Gbps | 1Gbps per port | 10Gbps | 1Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | Ethernet | 8 x RJ-45 | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Product Name | A9K-16T/8-B | Cisco A9K-2T20GE-E | A9K-8T/4-L Ethernet Module | A9K-8T-L | Cisco ASR 9000 A9K-8T-B Ethernet Module |
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High density 10GE line card delivered strong performance with low latency.
All ports performed consistently under load. Very reliable hardware.
Cisco ASR line card met our aggregation needs perfectly.
Stable operation and good port density for core deployments.
Enterprise grade performance with predictable results.
The Cisco ASR 9000 Line Card A9K-16T/8-B is a 16-port 10 Gigabit Ethernet DX medium-queue module designed for high-performance traffic aggregation in ASR 9000 Series routers.
The A9K-16T/8-B provides 16 fixed 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for scalable data transport.
Yes, the A9K-16T/8-B requires user-supplied Cisco SFP+ modules (sold separately) to activate each 10GE port.
The A9K-16T/8-B is compatible with Cisco SFP-10G-SR, SFP-10G-LR, SFP-10G-ER, and other Cisco-qualified 10G optical modules.
The A9K-16T/8-B delivers up to 160 Gbps aggregate throughput across all 16 ports.
The A9K-16T/8-B is fully supported in Cisco ASR 9000 Series chassis, including the ASR-9001, ASR-9006, ASR-9010, and ASR-9922.
The A9K-16T/8-B requires Cisco IOS XR Release 6.0.3 or later for full feature and performance support.
The A9K-16T/8-B offers a medium-queue buffer architecture with up to 200 MB of packet memory to optimize congestion management.
Typical use cases include metro Ethernet aggregation, service provider edge routing, and high-density data center interconnects.
Power down the chassis, insert the A9K-16T/8-B into an available line-card slot, secure the retention screws, and power on the system.
The A9K-16T/8-B typically consumes 120 Watts under full load conditions.
No additional license is required; the A9K-16T/8-B is enabled by default upon installation and IOS XR activation.
Use Cisco IOS XR CLI commands and SNMP MIBs to monitor port status, throughput, error rates, and buffer utilization.
Yes, firmware and software updates are managed through Cisco IOS XR package upgrades to ensure security and feature enhancements.
The A9K-16T/8-B is backed by Cisco’s limited lifetime hardware warranty, offering next-business-day replacement.
The A9K-16T/8-B measures 1.72 cm (H) × 44.68 cm (W) × 37.65 cm (D) and weighs approximately 3.5 kg.
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