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Simple slot filler that fit perfectly and maintained proper airflow.
A9K-RSP-FILR
Cisco ASR 9000 Accessory A9K-RSP-FILR A9K RSP Slot Filler
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A9K-RSP-FILR Overview
A9K-RSP-FILR is a modular, carrier-grade route switch processor engineered for high-performance environments. It features versatile power options with redundant AC/DC supplies, dedicated WAN and LAN interfaces, integrated services for voice, video, and WAN optimization, as well as advanced VPN capabilities for secure communications.
The system’s architecture supports modular scalability and robust redundancy, delivering exceptional throughput and QoS features while accommodating additional expansion slots and modular capabilities. Designed for enterprise core networks and carrier deployments, the A9K-RSP-FILR ensures optimal performance, high availability, and comprehensive security for mission-critical applications.
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A9K-RSP-FILR Specifications
- Product Type
- Carrier-Grade Modular Router
- VPN Support
- IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE
- Power Source
- Redundant AC/DC Power Supply
- Routing Protocols
- OSPF / BGP / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing
- Broadband
- Fiber Optic
- Architecture
- Modular
- WAN Configuration
- Dual WAN
- WAN Ports
- 4 WAN
- LAN Ports
- 24 LAN Ports
- Ethernet Technology
- 10G
- Wi-Fi Standard
- N/A
- Connectivity Type
- Wired
- Network Protocols
- IPv4, IPv6
- Remote Management
- SSH, Telnet, SNMP
- Compliance Standards
- CE, FCC
- Wireless Support
- No
- Speed/Capacity
- 10gb
- Firewall Features
- Yes
- Features
- VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, WAN Optimization
- Use Case
- Enterprise
- Management
- Managed
- Form Factor
- Chassis
- Integrated Services
- Voice, Video, WAN Optimization
- High Availability Support
- Supported
- Safety
- N/A
- EMC
- N/A
- Telecom
- N/A
- Throughput Capacity
- 480 Gbps
- QoS Features
- Supported
- Built-in Security Features
- Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection
- Expansion Slots
- NIM, SFP+
- Modular Slots Available
- 3+ Slots
- Stacking Capability
- Yes
- 5G Support
- No
- Memory
- 16 GB
- Flash Memory
- 2 GB
- Interface Ports
- RJ-45, SFP+
- Power
- 800 W
- Device Type
- Router
- Product Name
- A9K-RSP-FILR
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
A9K-RSP-FILR Use Case
Optimizing Data Center Thermal Management with A9K-RSP-FILR
In large enterprise PoPs where multiple ASR 9000 chassis run at peak capacity, inserting the A9K-RSP-FILR into an unused RSP slot balances front-to-back airflow, eliminates chassis hotspots and extends FAN life. Benefit: Delivers consistent thermal efficiency, lowers cooling expenditures and minimizes risk of heat-related hardware failures.
Ensuring EMI Shielding Compliance in Metro Core Networks
A service provider deploying Cisco ASR 9000 in a dense metro core environment uses the A9K-RSP-FILR slot filler to restore electromagnetic shielding across the chassis when a secondary RSP is offline. Benefit: Meets stringent EMI regulations, preserves signal integrity and reduces unplanned maintenance windows.
Enhancing Reliability in Remote Edge Deployments
In remote retail and industrial edge sites with limited field service, operations teams install the A9K-RSP-FILR into vacant RSP positions to seal the chassis against dust, moisture ingress and airflow imbalance. Benefit: Improves environmental protection, maximizes system uptime and extends MTTR intervals under harsh conditions.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table
 A9K-RSP-FILR |  SPA-8XOC3-POS |  ASR-9006-FILTER |  A9K-SIP-700 |  ASR-9006-DC | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular | Modular |
| Broadband | Fiber Optic | Fiber Optic | Fiber Optic / N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | CE, FCC | FCC, CE, RoHS | IEEE 802.3, FCC, CE | FCC / CE | FCC / CE / RoHS |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | N/A | 15 inches | 18 inches | 16 inches | 29 inches |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | FCC Part 15 | FCC Part 15 | FCC Part 15 | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10G | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 |
| Expansion Slots | NIM, SFP+ | NIM / SFP+ | NIM, SFP+ | NIM | NIM |
| Features | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, WAN Optimization | VPN / Firewall / IPv6 Compatible / Redundancy | VPN, Firewall, IPv6 Compatible, High Availability | VPN / VoIP / Firewall / MPLS | Modular / VPN / MPLS / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 2 GB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 256 MB | 2 GB |
| Form Factor | Chassis | Rack-mount | Chassis | Rack-mount | Rack-mount / Chassis |
| Height | N/A | 1.75 inches | 4 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization | Voice / WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45, SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP+ | RJ-45, SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP / SFP+ / QSFP+ |
| LAN Ports | 24 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 8 LAN Ports | 4 LAN Ports | Modular LAN |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 16 GB | 4 GB | 8 GB | 4 GB | 16 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | 3+ Slots |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6 | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | IPv4, IPv6, RTP, SIP | IPv4 / IPv6 |
| Power | 800 W | 200W | 750W | 300 W | 800W |
| Power Source | Redundant AC/DC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | DC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | A9K-RSP-FILR | SPA-8XOC3-POS | ASR-9006-FILTER | A9K-SIP-700 Integrated Services Router | Cisco ASR 9006-DC Aggregation Services Router |
| Product Type | Carrier-Grade Modular Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Chassis Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | SNMP, HTTPS, SSH | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | Telnet, SSH, SNMP, HTTPS | SSH / Telnet / SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | UL Listed | UL Listed, CE | RoHS Compliant | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | 10gb | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | 10gb |
| Stacking Capability | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | TELEC | ITU-T | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 480 Gbps | 1 Gbps | 20 Gbps | 0.7 Gbps | 2.0 Tbps |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise / Retail | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN / N/A | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN |
| WAN Ports | 4 WAN | 2 WAN | 4 WAN | 2 WAN | Modular WAN |
| Weight | N/A | 8 lbs | 35 lbs | 25 lbs | 85 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
Reviews & Ratings
B
Bruce Hamilton
4
Original Cisco accessory with solid build quality.
A
Anthony Moore
5
Installed easily and keeps the chassis compliant.
G
Graham Lewis
3
Does exactly what it should. No complaints.
M
Martin Blake
4
Small but important component for airflow management.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco A9K-RSP-FILR accessory?
The Cisco A9K-RSP-FILR is a slot filler designed to occupy unused RSP ports in the ASR 9000 Router to maintain airflow and dust protection.
Which Cisco routers are compatible with the A9K-RSP-FILR?
The A9K-RSP-FILR is compatible with all Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers equipped with a Route Switch Processor (RSP) slot.
Why do I need an A9K-RSP-FILR slot filler?
Installing the A9K-RSP-FILR slot filler ensures proper chassis cooling and prevents dust ingress when an RSP is not installed.
How do I install the A9K-RSP-FILR accessory?
To install, power down the router, remove the blank plate, insert the slot filler into the empty RSP bay, and secure it with the captive screws.