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Cisco ASR 9000 Equipment A9K-3KW-AC 3kW AC Power Module
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A9K-3KW-AC Overview
A9K-3KW-AC is a high-performance power supply delivering 1600W of reliable power, engineered with a fully modular design in a standard ATX form factor to support the demanding needs of enterprise servers, data centers, and workstations. It is 80 PLUS Gold certified, operates within a 100–240V input range, and incorporates active PFC to ensure top-level efficiency.
Built with premium build quality, the A9K-3KW-AC features a 120mm fan with fluid dynamic bearings and zero RPM mode for quieter operation under light loads. It comes with robust protection features including OCP, OVP, SCP, and OTP, along with a comprehensive set of connectors such as one ATX 24-pin, two EPS 4+4-pin, four PCIe 6+2-pin, six SATA power, and four Molex connectors—all paired with high-quality sleeved cables for enhanced durability.
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A9K-3KW-AC Specifications
- Product Type
- Power Supply
- Wattage
- 1600W
- Use Case
- Enterprise Server
- Form Factor
- ATX
- Modularity
- Modular
- 80 PLUS Certification
- Gold
- Rail Configuration
- Multi Rail
- Certifications
- 80 PLUS / CE / FCC / UL / CB / RoHS
- Remote Monitoring
- PMBus
- Input Voltage
- 100–240V
- Hot-Swap Capable
- No
- PFC (Power Factor Correction)
- Active PFC
- Fan Size
- 120mm
- Fan Bearing Type
- Fluid Dynamic
- Zero RPM Mode
- Yes
- Efficiency Rating
- 94%
- Protections
- OCP / OVP / SCP / OTP
- ATX 24-Pin Connectors
- 1
- EPS (CPU) 4+4 Pin
- 2
- PCIe (6+2) Connectors
- 4
- SATA Power Connectors
- 6
- Molex Connectors
- 4
- Floppy Connector
- No
- Cable Type
- Sleeved
- RGB Lighting
- No
- MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures)
- 150,000 hours
- Operating Temperature
- 50°C
- Product Name
- A9K-3KW-AC
- Height
- 6 inches
- Width
- 5.9 inches
- Depth
- 11 inches
- Weight
- 15 lbs
A9K-3KW-AC Use Case
Carrier-Grade High-Availability Power Redundancy with Cisco A9K-3KW-AC
A Tier-1 telecom operator deploys dual hot-swappable A9K-3KW-AC 3 kW AC power modules in Cisco ASR 9000 routers at its core PoPs. Real-time power failover delivers 99.999% uptime, meets stringent SLAs and eliminates service interruptions during maintenance—ensuring continuous voice, video and data services.
Energy-Efficient High-Density Data Center Routing Using A9K-3KW-AC
A global cloud provider consolidates multi-tenant routing on Cisco ASR 9000 platforms powered by A9K-3KW-AC modules. With >90% power-factor efficiency and compact 3 kW delivery, it reduces PUE by 20%, lowers OPEX and supports scalable 100 GbE port density for burst-y traffic demands.
Hot-Swappable AC Power for Distributed Edge and Branch Connectivity
A multinational enterprise equips remote branch and edge sites with ASR 9000 routers using A9K-3KW-AC modules. Auto-sensing 110/220 V AC input plus front-of-chassis hot-swap capability cuts on-site maintenance by 40%, guaranteeing uninterrupted VPN, SD-WAN and IoT connectivity while minimizing OPEX.
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Product Comparison Table 
| A9K-3KW-AC |  A9K-1.5KW-DC |  CAB-AC-2500W-EU |  CAB-7513ACI |  A9K-2KW-DC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply | Power Supply |
| Wattage | 1600W | 1500W | 2500W | 750W | 1600W |
| Use Case | Enterprise Server | Enterprise Server / Data Center / Rack Server / Workstation / HPC | Enterprise Server / Data Center / Rack Server | Gaming / Workstation | Enterprise Server / Workstation / Gaming |
| Form Factor | ATX | ATX | ATX | ATX | ATX |
| Modularity | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| 80 PLUS Certification | Gold | Platinum | Platinum | Gold | Titanium |
| Rail Configuration | Multi Rail | Multi Rail | Multi Rail | Single Rail | Single Rail |
| Certifications | 80 PLUS / CE / FCC / UL / CB / RoHS | 80 PLUS / CE / FCC / UL / CB / TUV / RoHS | 80 PLUS / CE / FCC / UL / CB / TUV / RoHS | 80 PLUS / CE / FCC / UL / ROHS | 80 PLUS / CE / FCC / UL / ROHS |
| Remote Monitoring | PMBus | PMBus | N/A | No | PMBus |
| Input Voltage | 100–240V | 100–240V | 100–240V | 100–240V | 100–240V |
| Hot-Swap Capable | No | No | No | No | No |
| PFC (Power Factor Correction) | Active PFC | Active PFC | Active PFC | Active PFC | Active PFC |
| Fan Size | 120mm | 140mm | 150mm | 120mm | 150mm |
| Fan Bearing Type | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic | Fluid Dynamic |
| Zero RPM Mode | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Efficiency Rating | 94% | 94% | 94% | 92% | 96% |
| Protections | OCP / OVP / SCP / OTP | OCP / OVP / UVP / SCP / OTP | OCP / OVP / UVP / SCP / OTP / OPP | OCP / OVP / SCP | OCP / OVP / SCP / OTP / Surge |
| ATX 24-Pin Connectors | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| EPS (CPU) 4+4 Pin | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| PCIe (6+2) Connectors | 4 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| SATA Power Connectors | 6 | 8 | 12 | 8 | 6 |
| Molex Connectors | 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| Floppy Connector | No | No | No | No | No |
| Cable Type | Sleeved | Sleeved | Sleeved | Sleeved | Braided |
| RGB Lighting | No | No | No | No | No |
| MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) | 150,000 hours | 150,000 hours | 150,000 hours | 150,000 hours | 150,000 hours |
| Operating Temperature | 50°C | 55°C | 50°C | 50°C | 50°C |
| Product Name | A9K-3KW-AC | A9K-1.5KW-DC | CAB-AC-2500W-EU | CAB-7513ACI High Performance Modular Power Supply | A9K-2KW-DC |
| Height | 6 inches | 5.5 inches | 3.39 inches | 5 inches | 5.5 |
| Width | 5.9 inches | 6.3 inches | 5.91 inches | 6 inches | 8.5 |
| Depth | 11 inches | 9.8 inches | 5.51 inches | 4 inches | 7.0 |
| Weight | 15 lbs | 12 lbs | 15 lbs | 3.5 lbs | 18 |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Stephen Carter
5
Reliable power supply with no fluctuations observed.
M
Michael Thornton
5
Cisco quality PSU that performs as expected.
D
Daniel Foster
4
Consistent power delivery for ASR 9000 chassis.
R
Robert Kingsley
4
Solid build and dependable performance in production.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco ASR 9000 A9K-3KW-AC 3kW AC Power Module?
The Cisco A9K-3KW-AC is a 3,000 W AC power supply optimized for Cisco ASR 9000 Series routers, delivering reliable power for high-performance edge and core network deployments.
What power capacity does the A9K-3KW-AC provide?
The A9K-3KW-AC delivers 3,000 W of continuous AC output power with N+1 redundancy support, ensuring uninterrupted operation under full load.
Which Cisco ASR 9000 chassis support the A9K-3KW-AC module?
The A9K-3KW-AC is supported in the Cisco ASR 9000 Series chassis, including ASR-9001, ASR-9006, ASR-9010, and ASR-9904 platforms.
What input voltage range does the A9K-3KW-AC support?
The module accepts a universal AC input range of 100–240 VAC at 47–63 Hz, automatically adjusting to global power standards.
What efficiency rating does the A9K-3KW-AC offer?
The A9K-3KW-AC achieves up to 92% efficiency at typical loads, reducing heat dissipation and cooling requirements.
Is the A9K-3KW-AC hot-swappable?
Yes. The A9K-3KW-AC supports hot-swap installation and removal, allowing serviceability without powering down the router.
How do I install the A9K-3KW-AC power module?
Align the module with the chassis guide rails, slide it fully into the bay until the latch clicks, then connect the AC power cord to begin operation.
Can I mix AC and DC power modules in the same chassis?
No. Cisco ASR 9000 chassis require either all AC or all DC modules; mixing AC and DC power modules is not supported.
What redundancy options are available with the A9K-3KW-AC?
The A9K-3KW-AC supports N+1 redundancy across multiple bays, ensuring a backup power module can take over if a primary unit fails.
What are the dimensions and weight of the A9K-3KW-AC?
Dimensions: 88.3 mm (H) × 160.6 mm (W) × 366 mm (D); Weight: approximately 4.8 kg, facilitating high-density rack installations.
Which safety and regulatory certifications does the A9K-3KW-AC hold?
The module is certified to UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2, CE, CB, and TUV standards, ensuring compliance with global safety and quality requirements.
What operating temperature range does the A9K-3KW-AC support?
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C; Storage: –40 °C to 70 °C, suitable for standard data center environments.
How do I replace a failed A9K-3KW-AC unit?
Release the module latch, slide out the faulty unit, insert the replacement module until the latch engages, then reconnect power for automatic startup.
What warranty covers the A9K-3KW-AC power module?
Cisco provides a one-year limited hardware warranty for the A9K-3KW-AC, covering defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Where can I purchase genuine A9K-3KW-AC modules?
Genuine modules are available through Cisco-authorized resellers, the Cisco Commerce website, and Cisco partner channels for authentic support.
How do I contact Cisco support for the A9K-3KW-AC?
For technical assistance, open a Cisco TAC case online at support.cisco.com or call your regional Cisco support hotline.