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ASR1001-2.5G-VPNK9
ASR 1001 VPN BNDL 2.5GBPS BASE SYSTEM AESK9 IP SEC LICENSE
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ASR1001-2.5G-VPNK9 is a high‑performance enterprise router built on a fixed, rack‑mount chassis that integrates advanced routing, VPN encryption, and firewall services into a compact design. It offers redundant AC power options and dual WAN connectivity to ensure resilient network performance, while its high‑throughput interfaces provide the speed necessary for demanding VPN and secure edge routing applications.
The router’s integrated services include voice, video, and WAN optimization capabilities that simplify converged network deployments. Modular expansion is supported via a design optimized for critical network functions such as quality of service, built‑in security, and redundancy, making the ASR1001-2.5G-VPNK9 an ideal choice for enterprise environments requiring robust, secure, and scalable connectivity solutions.
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 ASR1001-2.5G-VPNK9 |  ASR1000-ESP40 |  ASR1001-X |  ASR1002X-36G-K9 |  ASR1001X-10G-K9 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5G Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| Architecture | Fixed | Modular | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Broadband | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Built-in Security Features | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall / Intrusion Prevention / Malware Protection | Firewall, Intrusion Prevention, Malware Protection |
| Compliance Standards | N/A | FCC, CE, RoHS | RoHS / FCC / CE | RoHS / FCC / CE | FCC, CE, UL |
| Connectivity Type | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | 27.5 inches | N/A | 20 in |
| Device Type | Router | Router | Router | Router | Router |
| EMC | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Ethernet Technology | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10/100/1000 | 10G |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | EHWIC / NIM | NIM | N/A | N/A |
| Features | VPN / VoIP / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall | VPN, IPv6 Compatible, Firewall, QoS, Redundancy | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / MPLS | VPN / IPv6 Compatible / Firewall / QoS / High Availability | VPN, Voice, Video, WAN Optimization, IPv6, High Availability |
| Firewall Features | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Flash Memory | 512 MB | 1 GB | 2 GB | 512 MB | 8 GB |
| Form Factor | Rack-mount | Rack-mount / Chassis | Rack-mount | Rack-mount | Rack-mount |
| Height | N/A | N/A | 1.75 inches | N/A | 1.75 in |
| High Availability Support | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Integrated Services | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization | Voice / Video / WAN Optimization / N/A | Voice, Video, WAN Optimization |
| Interface Ports | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45, SFP, SFP+ | RJ-45 / SFP | RJ-45 / SFP | 10G SFP+ |
| LAN Ports | N/A | Modular LAN | 4 LAN Ports | 36 Gigabit Ethernet | N/A |
| Management | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed | Managed |
| Memory | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| Modular Slots Available | N/A | 3+ Slots | 2 Slots | N/A | N/A |
| Network Protocols | IPv4, IPv6, MPLS | OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, MPLS, IS-IS, RIP | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | IPv4 / IPv6 / MPLS | IPv4, IPv6 |
| Power | 350 W | 650 W | 350 W | Redundant, approx. 295 W | 295 W |
| Power Source | Redundant AC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / DC Power Supply / Redundant | AC Power Supply / Redundant | Redundant AC / DC Power Supply | AC Power Supply / Redundant |
| Product Name | ASR1001-2.5G-VPNK9 | Cisco ASR1000-ESP40 | Cisco ASR 1001-X Aggregation Services Router | Cisco ASR1002X-36G-K9 | Cisco ASR1001X-10G-K9 |
| Product Type | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router | Enterprise Router |
| QoS Features | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported | Supported |
| Remote Management | SSH, Telnet, SNMP | CLI, SNMP, NetFlow | SSH / Telnet / SNMP / NETCONF | SSH / Telnet / SNMP | SSH, Telnet, SNMP |
| Routing Protocols | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / IS-IS / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / MPLS / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing | OSPF / BGP / EIGRP / IS-IS / RIP / Static Routing |
| Safety | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Speed/Capacity | 2.5gb | Gigabit | Gigabit | Gigabit | 10gb |
| Stacking Capability | No | Yes | No | No | No |
| Telecom | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Throughput Capacity | 2.5 | 40 Gbps | 20 Gbps | 10 Gbps | 10 |
| Use Case | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise | Enterprise |
| VPN Support | IPSec/SSL VPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN | IPSec / SSL VPN / GRE / DMVPN / FlexVPN / N/A | IPSec / SSL VPN / DMVPN / FlexVPN / N/A | IPSec / DMVPN / FlexVPN |
| WAN Configuration | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | Dual WAN | WAN |
| WAN Ports | 2 WAN | Modular WAN | 2 WAN | 36 Gigabit Ethernet | 4 WAN |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | 27 lbs | N/A | 28.6 lbs |
| Wi-Fi Standard | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | 17.25 inches | N/A | 17.5 in |
| Wireless Support | No | No | No | No | No |
ASR1001 2.5G VPN bundle provides secure AES/3DES encryption with reliable 2.5G throughput. Ideal for small to mid-sized enterprises.
Compact and efficient router. VPN and IPsec performance are consistent and dependable.
Easy deployment and management. ASR1001-2.5G-VPNK9 delivers stable network performance with built-in security.
Reliable VPN router with predictable throughput. Perfect for secure enterprise WAN edge deployments.
Handles VPN and firewall workloads efficiently. Cisco ASR1001-2.5G-VPNK9 is compact, secure, and easy to manage.
The Cisco ASR1001-2.5G-VPNK9 is a compact 2 RU edge router delivering up to 2.5 Gbps IPSec VPN performance with an AES-K9 encryption license.
It delivers up to 2.5 Gbps of hardware-accelerated IPSec VPN throughput for high-performance site-to-site and remote-access encryption.
Yes, it includes the AES-K9 IPSec license, enabling FIPS-compliant, hardware-based AES encryption for secure, high-speed VPN connections.
AES-K9 provides FIPS-approved, hardware-accelerated AES encryption, ensuring robust data confidentiality and integrity across all IPSec VPN tunnels.
It supports IPSec, GRE, DMVPN, GETVPN, and FlexVPN, offering flexible, scalable VPN connectivity options for diverse network topologies.
Yes, the modular design and licensing model allow you to upgrade performance tiers beyond 2.5 Gbps as your requirements grow.
The ASR1001 features a 2 RU chassis, dual AC power supplies, 2×10 GbE ports, 4×Gigabit Ethernet ports, and modular expansion slots.
It supports thousands of simultaneous IPSec tunnels, subject to available memory and software licensing constraints.
It runs Cisco IOS XE with NETCONF, RESTCONF APIs, Cisco Prime Infrastructure integration, and embedded telemetry for real-time visibility.
Yes, it integrates seamlessly with Cisco Cloud Services Router (CSR) and supports hybrid and multi-cloud VPN deployments.
Power consumption ranges from 120 W to 150 W depending on active modules and traffic load.
Yes, it natively supports OSPF, BGP, EIGRP, IS-IS, and policy-based routing for flexible enterprise network designs.
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty plus SMARTnet support with optional 24×7 technical assistance and advance hardware replacement.
Installation is streamlined with plug-and-play modules, a CLI setup wizard, and comprehensive Cisco documentation for rapid deployment.
Ideal for enterprise edge, branch aggregation, secure site-to-site VPNs, and small data center deployments requiring high throughput.
You can purchase through authorized Cisco partners, resellers, or the Cisco online store with flexible financing and support options.