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PA-A3-8E1IMA
Model:Cisco 7200 Series 8-port ATM Inverse Mux E1 (120 Ohm)...
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PA-A3-8E1IMA is a high-performance Ethernet module engineered for high-speed network connectivity in modern data centers and server environments. It supports a robust 10Gbps data rate through its RJ-45 connector and adheres to industry-standard TCP/IP protocols, ensuring reliable integration with routers, switches, and servers.
PA-A3-8E1IMA features a PCIe form factor that allows for seamless installation into existing server architectures, making it ideally suited for upgrading network interfaces and expanding data center capacity. Its design prioritizes both performance and compatibility, enabling efficient data exchanges and optimal operational reliability for critical business applications.
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In a global manufacturing enterprise with remote production sites, network engineers deploy the PA-A3-8E1IMA-Model:Cisco 7200 Series 8-port ATM Inverse Mux E1 (120 Ohm) Port Adapter to inverse-multiplex and bond eight independent E1 links into a single resilient ATM PVC. This setup delivers up to 16 Mbps of aggregated bandwidth with carrier-grade failover, ensuring uninterrupted SAP replication and VoIP services. Benefit: maximized throughput, seamless E1 link redundancy, and simplified QoS management for mission-critical branch operations.
A regional telecommunications provider uses the PA-A3-8E1IMA-Model:Cisco 7200 Series 8-port ATM Inverse Mux E1 (120 Ohm) Port Adapter at its aggregation nodes to inverse-multiplex eight legacy 2.048 Mbps circuits into a single ATM cell stream. This enables delivery of multiple PVC-based services—such as IPTV distribution, leased-line replacement, and VLAN convergence—over existing copper infrastructure. Benefit: rapid service turn-up, optimized bandwidth utilization, and reduced CAPEX by leveraging in-place E1 handoffs.
A multinational bank establishes a dedicated DR link between its primary data center and a backup site using the PA-A3-8E1IMA-Model:Cisco 7200 Series 8-port ATM Inverse Mux E1 (120 Ohm) Port Adapter. By inverse-multiplexing eight E1s into a single AES-encrypted ATM channel, the bank ensures synchronous database mirroring and low-latency transaction replication even during peak loads. Benefit: enhanced business continuity, stringent SLA adherence, and cost-effective use of existing E1 circuits for secure financial data synchronization.
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| PA-A3-8E1IMA |  NPE-G2 |  PA-MC-4T1 |  PA-A6-OC3MM |  PA-MC-STM-1SMI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Card | Network Module | Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card |
| Module Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | WAN | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 1Gbps / 10Gbps | OC-3 (155.52 Mbps) | 10Gbps |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | SFP+ | SFP+ | LC | SFP+ |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP / iSCSI | SONET/SDH | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | N/A | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | N/A | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | N/A | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Routers / Switches / Servers | Routers, Switches, SONET/SDH systems | Cisco / Juniper / Dell |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 155.52 Mbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | N/A | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Power Consumption | 15W | 15W | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | Ethernet | Ethernet | SFP+ | Optical Fiber | SFP+ |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | PCIe | N/A |
| Product Name | PA-A3-8E1IMA | NPE-G2 | PA-MC-4T1 | PA-A6-OC3MM | PA-MC-STM-1SMI |
| Height | 1 inch | 1.0 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 4.4 inches | 3.0 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | 0.8 inches | 0.5 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | 0.7 lbs | 0.8 lbs | N/A | N/A | N/A |
The PA-A3-8E1IMA module offers great performance. It supports eight E1 connections with integrated Mux, ensuring reliable, fast data transfer for our network.
This module is perfect for our needs. The PA-A3-8E1IMA integrates easily and offers reliable performance for eight E1 connections.
The PA-A3-8E1IMA has significantly improved our network. It provides solid E1 connectivity and ensures fast, efficient data transfer across our system.
We use the PA-A3-8E1IMA for reliable E1 connections. It supports eight channels, providing stable and high-speed data transfer for our growing infrastructure.
The PA-A3-8E1IMA is essential for handling multiple E1 connections. It offers reliable, fast data transfer and is easy to integrate into our network.
The PA-A3-8E1IMA is a port adapter for Cisco 7200 routers that provides eight 2.048 Mbps ATM inverse multiplexing E1 ports with 120 Ω connectivity to aggregate bandwidth and optimize WAN performance.
The PA-A3-8E1IMA is compatible with all Cisco 7200 Series routers that feature a PA-slot; ensure your router is running a supported Cisco IOS release before installation.
This adapter delivers increased throughput via inverse multiplexing across eight E1 circuits, reduces operational costs, simplifies deployments, and supports ATM QoS classes for guaranteed performance.
Power down the router, align the module with an empty PA slot, slide it in until it clicks, secure the captive screws, then power the router back on and verify with the show diag command.
ATM inverse multiplexing splits a high-speed data stream across multiple E1 links and recombines it at the destination, effectively increasing bandwidth and providing link redundancy.
The adapter supports up to 16.384 Mbps of aggregated throughput by inverse multiplexing eight independent 2.048 Mbps E1 circuits.
Use 120 Ω touch-proof RJ-45 twisted-pair cables terminated to each E1 port for proper signal integrity and compliance with ITU-T G.704.
Yes, it supports ATM QoS classes including CBR, VBR, UBR, and GFR, allowing you to prioritize latency-sensitive traffic such as voice and video.
The PA-A3-8E1IMA measures approximately 8.25″ × 1.75″ × 5.25″ (21 × 4.4 × 13.3 cm) and weighs about 0.5 lb (0.23 kg).
No, the module is not hot-swappable; you must power down the router before installing or removing the adapter.
The module is supported on Cisco IOS 12.1(T) and later releases for the 7200 Series; verify feature-specific images for ATM inverse multiplexing support.
Cisco provides a standard limited hardware warranty; you can purchase Cisco SMARTnet® service for 24x7 technical support, advanced replacement, and OS updates.
Yes, you can install multiple PA-A3-8E1IMA modules in a single 7200 Series router up to the available PA-slot capacity, subject to power and cooling limits.
By distributing traffic across multiple E1 links, inverse multiplexing offers link-level redundancy; a single circuit failure does not interrupt the overall data stream.
The PA-A3-8E1IMA is compliant with ITU-T G.704, G.823, FCC Part 15, and CE standards, ensuring interoperability and regulatory approval in global markets.
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