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ASR5K-PPC-K9
Packet Processing Card (PPC) 16GB
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ASR5K-PPC-K9 is a modular packet processing card designed for high-performance integration into Cisco ASR 5000 Series routers. It supports high-speed data rates up to 10Gbps via SFP+ connectors and is engineered to handle critical network protocols such as TCP/IP and MPLS, making it ideal for expanding enterprise network capacity and data center connectivity.
ASR5K-PPC-K9 features a modular form factor that enables seamless installation and upgradeability within Cisco network infrastructure. Built for reliability and optimal performance, the card is purpose‐designed for applications that demand precise packet processing, efficient data handling, and robust support for advanced network features like auto‑negotiation, jumbo frames, and QoS.
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| ASR5K-PPC-K9 |  SM-X-NIM-ADPTR |  ESR-1OC12ATM-SM |  ASA-SSP-IPS20-K9 |  IEM-3300-16P= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Security Module / Network Card | Network Module |
| Module Type | Modular Packet Processing Card | Ethernet | ATM Module | IPS Module | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 10G | OC-12 (622 Mbps) | 1Gbps | 1G |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP | PCIe | RJ-45 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, MPLS | TCP/IP / iSCSI | ATM | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, UDP |
| Form Factor | Modular | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe |
| 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 |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco ASR 5000 Series Routers | Cisco / Juniper / Dell | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco ASA | Routers / Switches / Servers |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 622Mbps | 1Gbps | 1Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames | N/A | N/A | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Power Consumption | 12W | 7W | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP | N/A | Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | PPC Slot | NIM | N/A | N/A | PCIe |
| Product Name | Cisco ASR5K-PPC-K9 | SM-X-NIM-ADPTR | ESR-1OC12ATM-SM | ASA-SSP-IPS20-K9 | IEM-3300-16P= |
| Height | 1.73 inches | 0.5 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 8.66 inches | 3.5 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | 10.0 inches | 4.3 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | 1.25 lbs | 0.4 lbs | N/A | N/A | N/A |
The Packet Processing Card is the brain of our core operations. 16GB of dedicated processing ensures our traffic flows are optimized and stable at all times.
Exceptional reliability for high-density processing. This PPC handles complex packet manipulation with ease, providing the carrier-grade performance our clients demand. Very satisfied.
A vital component for our ASR 5000. It offers robust performance and handles session control flawlessly. Installation was quick and the card is extremely stable.
High-performance packet processing. This card significantly improves the overall efficiency of the chassis. A must-have for any professional mobile core deployment.
Steady and dependable under heavy load. The PPC provides the consistent processing power required to maintain high quality of service across our entire network.
The ASR5K-PPC-K9 is a Cisco Packet Processing Card with 16 GB of memory designed to accelerate data-plane functions on ASR 5000 Series routers.
The ASR5K-PPC-K9 provides 16 GB of DRAM dedicated to packet processing and buffering tasks.
This 16 GB packet processing card is compatible with Cisco ASR 5000 Series routers in service provider and high-density deployments.
By offloading packet forwarding and buffering to dedicated hardware, the ASR5K-PPC-K9 boosts throughput, reduces latency, and scales subscriber sessions.
Yes. The Packet Processing Card is hot-swappable, allowing in-service upgrades without traffic interruption.
The card features 16 GB DRAM, PCIe Gen3 interface, advanced QoS engines, and integrated buffering optimized for ASR 5000 architectures.
The typical power consumption is 25 W; maximum power draw is 30 W under full load.
Yes. The ASR5K-PPC-K9 is fully supported under Cisco IOS XE software releases for ASR 5000 Series routers.
Power down the router, insert the card into a free PPC slot, secure the latch, and reboot. The system auto-detects and initializes the card.
Cisco offers a limited lifetime warranty on the ASR5K-PPC-K9, including replacement for any hardware defects.
The 16 GB PPC delivers up to 240 Gbps of forwarding performance depending on traffic profiles and QoS policies.
Yes. You can replace your existing PPC with the 16 GB ASR5K-PPC-K9 without software configuration changes.
It supports hardware-accelerated ACL filtering, deep packet inspection, and encrypted traffic handling under Cisco IOS XE.
After reboot, use IOS XE CLI commands: verify ‘show platform hardware card ppc’ and apply QoS, ACL, and subscriber policies as needed.
No additional licenses are needed. The PPC leverages existing Cisco IOS XE licenses on the ASR 5000 Series platform.
Cisco has announced end-of-support for the ASR5K-PPC-K9 in Q4 2028; full maintenance is available until that date.