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What is the Cisco Router ASR 5000?
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The Cisco ASR 5000 is a high-performance service router designed for 4G/5G mobile core and fixed-line service provider networks, delivering scalable control-plane and data-plane functions.
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What are the key features of the Cisco ASR 5000?
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Key features include sub-microsecond deep packet inspection, multi-terabit throughput, subscriber session scale to millions, integrated security, and support for virtualized network functions (VNFs).
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What performance throughput does the ASR 5000 deliver?
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The ASR 5000 platform supports up to 960 Gbps of sustained throughput per chassis with line-rate session processing and low latency for real-time services.
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Which use cases does the ASR 5000 address?
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It addresses mobile packet core, broadband aggregation, policy enforcement, subscriber management, and virtualized service chaining for Tier 1 service providers.
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How does the ASR 5000 ensure scalability?
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The modular chassis supports N+1 slot expansion for line cards and control blades, enabling seamless scale-out without service interruption.
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What high-availability features are included?
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It offers redundant control and data-plane modules, non-disruptive software upgrades, stateful switchover, and hot-swappable components to guarantee 5-9s availability.
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Which security capabilities are integrated?
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Integrated features include deep packet inspection, DDoS mitigation, subscriber and application firewalling, and secure management with role-based access control.
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What interface options are available on the ASR 5000?
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It supports 100-Gbps QSFP28, 40-Gbps QSFP+, 10-Gbps SFP+, and 1-Gbps SFP interfaces, plus dedicated management and synchronization ports.
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What software powers the ASR 5000?
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The platform runs Cisco’s Network Services Manager (NSM) software with real-time analytics, policy control, and support for NFV orchestration frameworks.
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How is licensing managed on the ASR 5000?
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It uses a flexible, on-demand licensing model based on throughput, feature sets, and subscriber scale, all managed centrally via Cisco Prime or NSM.
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What are the environmental specifications?
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The chassis operates in temperatures from 0–45 °C, supports NEBS Level 3, ETSI standards, and features front-to-back air cooling for data-center efficiency.
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What are the physical installation requirements?
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It fits a standard 19-inch rack, requires 50 A at 12 VDC or 100 A at ‑48 VDC, with redundant power-feed units and cable clearance per Cisco installation guidelines.
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How can operators monitor the ASR 5000?
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Operators can use Cisco Prime, SNMP, NetFlow, syslog, and REST-based APIs for real-time performance, fault, and configuration monitoring.
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What support and maintenance options are available?
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Cisco offers Smart Net Total Care, software updates, 24x7 technical support, advanced hardware replacement, and access to online resources and TAC.
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How does the ASR 5000 differ from the ASR 9000 series?
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The ASR 5000 targets mobile-core and policy enforcement at scale, while the ASR 9000 focuses on edge aggregation, MPLS, and optical transport services.
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What is the migration path after ASR 5000 end-of-sale?
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Cisco recommends migration to the ASR 5000v virtualized platform or the Cisco Network Convergence System (NCS) series with automated transition tools for minimal downtime.
