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ASR1000 1X40GE Ethernet Port Adapter. Spare
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EPA-1X40GE= is a high-performance Ethernet module designed to deliver a robust 40Gbps data rate for modern data center and enterprise networking needs. This network card features a QSFP+ connector and a PCIe form factor, making it ideal for upgrading server network interfaces and connecting to high-speed networks in routers, switches, and servers.
Engineered for efficient performance and reliable connectivity, the EPA-1X40GE= supports industry-standard TCP/IP protocols along with advanced features such as auto-negotiation, jumbo frames, and QoS. Its design targets optimal compatibility and ease of installation, ensuring it provides the high throughput and low latency required for expanding data center capacity and other mission-critical applications.
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In a large enterprise data center migrating to a 40 GbE fabric, the EPA-1X40GE=-ASR1000 acts as a pre-staged spare on ASR1000 routers to deliver high-speed uplinks to aggregation switches. When capacity demands surge or a live module fails, network engineers hot-swap the adapter in under five minutes—ensuring uninterrupted 40 Gbps bandwidth for east-west traffic. Benefit: zero-downtime scalability and predictable throughput for mission-critical services.
A tier-1 service provider uses the EPA-1X40GE=-ASR1000 spare adapter in ASR1000 platforms at POP locations to terminate 40 GbE circuits from regional aggregation rings. By keeping a pre-configured backup port adapter on-site, NOC teams can replace a degraded link immediately, preserving SLAs for voice, video and cloud services. Benefit: consistent high-speed delivery, rapid fault recovery and SLA compliance.
In a low-latency trading environment, a global bank deploys dual ASR1000 routers with EPA-1X40GE=-ASR1000 spares to connect to primary and secondary WAN providers at 40 Gbps. The standby adapter is staged for instant activation when a live port experiences degradation, enabling sub-microsecond switchover. Benefit: maximized network uptime, deterministic performance and adherence to regulatory resiliency requirements.
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| EPA-1X40GE= |  ASR1000-ESP200-X |  ASR1000-SIP40 |  EPA-1X100GE= |  ASR1000-2T+20X1GE= | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card |
| Module Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 40G | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 100G | 10Gbps / 1Gbps |
| Connector Type | QSFP+ | SFP+ | RJ-45 | SFP28 | SFP+ / RJ-45 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, UDP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | PCIe | Modular | Modular | PCIe | Modular |
| 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, 5V | N/A |
| Compatibility | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco | Cisco | Routers, Switches, Servers | Cisco |
| Max Speed | 40Gbps | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 100Gbps | 10Gbps / 1Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, QoS | Auto-negotiation, QoS, Jumbo Frames | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 15W | 15W | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | QSFP+ | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | NIM | NIM | N/A | NIM |
| Product Name | EPA-1X40GE= | Cisco ASR1000-ESP200-X | ASR1000-SIP40 | EPA-1X100GE= | ASR1000-2T+20X1GE= |
| Height | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
The EPA-1X40GE offers incredible speed. It has greatly improved the efficiency of our network, and the setup was straightforward.
We use the EPA-1X40GE for high-speed data transfer. It delivers excellent performance and works seamlessly with our system.
The EPA-1X40GE has enhanced our network performance. It's reliable, fast, and perfect for high-bandwidth applications.
The EPA-1X40GE provides top-tier performance. It's an essential part of our high-speed network setup, ensuring smooth and fast data transfers.
This port adapter provides excellent performance. The EPA-1X40GE supports our high-demand network with exceptional speed and reliability.
The Cisco ASR1000 1X40GE Ethernet Port Adapter (SKU: EPA-1X40GE=) is a hot-swappable line card that provides a single 40 Gigabit Ethernet interface for ASR1000 series routers.
EPA-1X40GE= is compatible with all Cisco ASR1000 series chassis, including ASR1001, ASR1002, ASR1004, and ASR1006 models.
Power down the router, slide the adapter into an empty module slot until it seats, secure the retaining screws, then power on the router to complete installation.
Yes, the EPA-1X40GE= adapter is fully hot-swappable, allowing insertion or removal without powering off the ASR1000 chassis.
The adapter delivers up to 40 Gbps of line-rate throughput with sub-microsecond latency and supports advanced QoS, encryption, and routing features.
EPA-1X40GE= supports QSFP+ optical transceivers and active or passive QSFP+ DAC cables for multimode or single-mode fiber connectivity.
Yes, the adapter supports QSFP+ to 4 × 10G SFP+ breakout cables for flexible port configurations and bandwidth partitioning.
No extra license is required; the 40GE port is enabled by default once the adapter is recognized by the ASR1000 router.
Yes, the adapter supports jumbo frames up to 9,000 bytes to optimize large-packet data transfers.
Use the CLI command show platform hardware slot <slot-number> port to confirm port status, link speed, and operational state.
The adapter measures 4.6 × 1.4 × 10.5 inches (117 × 36 × 267 mm) and weighs approximately 0.5 lbs (0.23 kg).
EPA-1X40GE= operates between 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) with 5% to 85% non-condensing relative humidity.
Cisco offers a one-year limited hardware warranty for EPA-1X40GE= covering defects in materials and workmanship, extendable via Cisco SMARTnet.
Check transceiver compatibility, verify cable integrity, examine show interfaces FortyGigE output for errors, and update to the latest IOS-XE release.
The package includes the 1X40GE Ethernet Port Adapter and mounting hardware (retaining screws).
Cisco EPA-1X40GE= is available from authorized Cisco resellers, distributors, and the Cisco online store.
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