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A9K-K9-03.09
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A9K-K9-03.09 Overview
Overview of A9K-K9-03.09 – A9K-K9-03.09 is a high-performance, modular enterprise router engineered with a robust architecture that supports dual WAN configurations and 8 LAN port options. It is designed to offer versatile power options through AC power with redundant support, ensuring continuous operation, and its integrated services provide both voice and video capabilities for enterprise-scale deployments.
Optimized for secure and efficient connectivity, A9K-K9-03.09 comes equipped with advanced VPN features including IPSec, SSL VPN, and DMVPN, alongside firewall capabilities to protect critical network data. With a throughput capacity of up to 10 Gbps and high availability support built in, this router meets demanding use cases in enterprise environments where modular scalability, redundant power, and top-tier performance are essential.
A9K-K9-03.09 price is $9,377.00, a 37.5% saving from the Cisco list price of $15,000.00. A9K-K9-03.09 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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A9K-K9-03.09 Specifications
- Product Type
- Enterprise Router
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN
- Power Source
- AC Power Supply / Redundant
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / MPLS / Static Routing
- Broadband
- Fiber Optic
- 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 / MPLS
- Remote Management
- SSH / SNMP / Telnet
- Compliance Standards
- FCC / CE
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- Gigabit
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN / Firewall / MPLS / Redundancy
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Rack-mount
- Integrated Services
- Voice / Video
- 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
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 4 GB
- Flash Memory
- 512 MB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45 / SFP
- Power
- 250W
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- A9K-K9-03.09 Enterprise Router
- Height
- 4 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 18 inches
- Weight
- 40 lbs
A9K-K9-03.09 Use Case
Scalable Tier-1 Service Provider MPLS Core
Scenario: A global Tier-1 service provider deploys Cisco ASR 9000 A9K-K9-03.09 with IOS XR IP/MPLS Core Software 3DES to aggregate multi-terabit L3VPN and VPLS services across redundant POPs. Benefit: Delivers line-rate throughput, sub-50 ms network convergence and 3DES encryption for regulatory-compliant, high-performance service delivery.
Secure Government Data Backbone for Classified Traffic
Scenario: A federal agency builds a resilient WAN backbone to transport classified data among regional command centers using Cisco ASR 9000 A9K-K9-03.09 IOS XR IP/MPLS Core Software with 3DES. Benefit: Ensures strong 3DES encryption, multi-level QoS and sub-second failover to meet stringent security mandates and maintain uninterrupted mission-critical operations.
Carrier-Grade 5G Mobile Backhaul with Network Slicing
Scenario: A mobile operator implements Cisco ASR 9000 A9K-K9-03.09 IOS XR IP/MPLS Core Software 3DES to support 5G network slicing and secure backhaul aggregation across multiple edge sites. Benefit: Provides dynamic slice isolation, ultra-low latency and end-to-end 3DES security, enabling high-density IoT and ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC).
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Product Comparison Table
 A9K-K9-03.09 |  A9K-2T20GE-L |  ASR-9006-DC |  A9K-RSP-FILR |  A9K-SAM-2TB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic | N/A | N/A | Fiber Optic | Fiber Optic |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | N/A | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention |
| Compliance Standards | FCC / CE | FCC / CE | FCC / CE / RoHS | CE, FCC | RoHS / CE / FCC |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | 18 inches | N/A | 29 inches | N/A | 18 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | FCC / CE |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 20GE | 10/100/1000 | 10G | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | N/A | NIM | NIM, SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ |
| Features | VPN / Firewall / MPLS / Redundancy | VPN / High Availability / Redundancy | Modular / VPN / MPLS / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, WAN Optimization | VPN / Firewall / MPLS / QoS |
| Firewall Features | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 256 MB | 2 GB | 2 GB | 512 MB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Chassis | Rack-mount / Chassis | Chassis | Rack-mount |
| Height | 4 inches | N/A | 3.5 inches | N/A | 2 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice / Video | N/A | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 / SFP | SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP / SFP+ / QSFP+ | RJ-45, SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP |
| LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | N/A | Modular LAN | 24 LAN Ports | N/A |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 1 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | N/A | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4 / IPv6 / MPLS | N/A | IPv4 / IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4 / IPv6 |
| Power | 250W | N/A | 800W | 800 W | 350 Watt |
| Power Source | AC Power Supply / Redundant | Chassis Powered | DC Power Supply / Redundant | Redundant AC/DC Power Supply | Redundant AC Power Supply |
| Product Name | A9K-K9-03.09 Enterprise Router | Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L 2-Port 20GE Line Card | Cisco ASR 9006-DC Aggregation Services Router | A9K-RSP-FILR | A9K-SAM-2TB Service Aggregation Module |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Router Line Card | Chassis Router | Carrier-Grade Modular Router | Service Aggregation Module |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SSH / SNMP / Telnet | N/A | SSH / Telnet / SNMP | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SNMP / SSH / Telnet |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / MPLS / Static Routing | N/A | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / IS-IS / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | UL / IEC |
| Speed/Capacity | Gigabit | N/A | 10gb | 10gb | 10gb |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 10 Gbps | 40 Gbps | 2.0 Tbps | 480 Gbps | 10 Gbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN | N/A | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | 2 WAN | Modular WAN | 4 WAN | 2 WAN |
| Weight | 40 lbs | N/A | 85 lbs | N/A | 15 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 17 inches | N/A | 17.5 inches | N/A | 17 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
R
Ryan Whitfield
4
Smooth upgrade process and reliable performance afterward. A solid XR release.
S
Scott Bennett
5
Core routing features worked flawlessly. Meets enterprise expectations.
O
Oliver Grant
3
Consistent behavior under heavy load. Good choice for production networks.
D
Derek Lawson
4
Cisco XR software delivered predictable results and strong stability.
Questions & Answers
What is Cisco ASR 9000 Software A9K-K9-03.09?
Cisco ASR 9000 Software A9K-K9-03.09 is a release of IOS XR IP/MPLS Core Software featuring advanced routing, 3DES encryption, and high-availability for service provider networks.
Which features are included in IOS XR IP/MPLS Core Software 3DES?
Key features include MPLS TE, Segment Routing, IPv4/IPv6 unicast and multicast, 3DES encryption, nonstop forwarding, and in-service software upgrade.
How does 3DES encryption enhance network security?
3DES provides triple-key encryption to secure control and data planes, ensuring compliance with legacy crypto requirements and protecting sensitive traffic.
What hardware platforms support A9K-K9-03.09 software?
A9K-K9-03.09 is supported on Cisco ASR 9000 chassis with Route Switch Processors (RSP 440, RSP 884x) and compatible line cards.