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SPA-4XT3/E3 Overview
SPA-4XT3/E3 is a high-performance Ethernet network adapter designed for data centers, high-speed workstations, and gaming systems. It delivers a full-duplex data rate of 10Gbps over a PCIe connection interface, ensuring high throughput and low latency for demanding applications.
Engineered with compatibility for Windows, Linux, macOS, VMware, and Hyper-V environments, SPA-4XT3/E3 supports essential protocols such as TCP/IP, UDP, and iSCSI. Its internal PCIe card form factor and advanced features like auto-negotiation, wake-on-LAN, jumbo frames, and quality of service make it ideal for modern enterprise and small-office networks.
SPA-4XT3/E3 price is $5,428.00, a 68.1% saving from the Cisco list price of $17,000.00. SPA-4XT3/E3 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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SPA-4XT3/E3 Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Adapter
- Adapter Type
- Ethernet
- Data Rate
- 10Gbps
- Connection Interface
- PCIe
- Supported Protocols
- TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI
- Form Factor
- Internal PCIe Card
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Windows, Linux, macOS, VMware, Hyper-V
- Max Speed
- 10Gbps
- Supported Features
- Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS
- Power Consumption
- 15W
- Connector Type
- RJ-45
- Maximum Range
- 100 meters
- Bus Type
- PCIe x4
- Product Name
- SPA-4XT3/E3 Network Adapter
- Height
- 1.5 inches
- Width
- 3.0 inches
- Depth
- 0.5 inches
- Weight
- 0.3 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| SPA-4XT3/E3 |  SPA-1XCHSTM1/OC3 |  SPA-8XCHT1/E1 |  SPA-2XCHOC12/DS0 |  SPA-4XCT3/DS0 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter | Network Adapter |
| Adapter Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Converged | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Connection Interface | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI | TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI | TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI | TCP/IP / UDP / iSCSI | TCP/IP, UDP, iSCSI, NFS |
| Form Factor | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card | Internal PCIe Card |
| 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 | Windows, Linux, macOS, VMware, Hyper-V | Windows, Linux, macOS, VMware, Hyper-V | Windows, Linux, macOS | Windows / Linux / macOS / VMware / Hyper-V | Windows, Linux, macOS, VMware, Hyper-V |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS |
| Power Consumption | 15W | 15W | 12W | 12W | 8W |
| Connector Type | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 | RJ-45 |
| Maximum Range | 100 meters | N/A | 100 meters | N/A | 100 meters |
| Bus Type | PCIe x4 | PCIe x4 | PCIe x4 | PCIe x4 | PCIe x4 |
| Product Name | SPA-4XT3/E3 Network Adapter | SPA-1XCHSTM1/OC3 High-Performance Ethernet Adapter | SPA-8XCHT1/E1 High-Speed Ethernet Adapter | SPA-2XCHOC12/DS0 | SPA-4XCT3/DS0 |
| Height | 1.5 inches | 0.5 inches | 0.5 inches | N/A | 0.5 inches |
| Width | 3.0 inches | 3.0 inches | 4 inches | N/A | 3.5 inches |
| Depth | 0.5 inches | 7.0 inches | 6 inches | N/A | 1.5 inches |
| Weight | 0.3 lbs | 1.2 lbs | 0.3 lbs | N/A | 0.75 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
S
Stephen Carter
4
Integrated smoothly into our ASR platform. Stable clear channel performance.
M
Michael Thornton
4
Cisco quality adapter for legacy transport services. No packet loss.
D
Daniel Foster
5
Dependable solution for maintaining T3 E3 connectivity.
R
Robert Kingsley
5
Consistent throughput and easy installation. Worked as expected.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco ASR 9000 Adapter SPA-4XT3/E3?
The Cisco ASR 9000 Adapter SPA-4XT3/E3 is a 4-port Clear Channel T3/E3 Shared Port Adapter designed for high-density TDM aggregation on the ASR 9000 Series routers.
Which interfaces does the SPA-4XT3/E3 support?
The SPA-4XT3/E3 supports four independent Clear Channel T3 or E3 interfaces, each providing up to 45 Mbps of transparent channel capacity.
What are the key benefits of the SPA-4XT3/E3?
Key benefits include high-density TDM aggregation, flexible interface assignment, low-latency Clear Channel transport, and seamless integration with Cisco IOS XR.
Is the SPA-4XT3/E3 compatible with all Cisco ASR 9000 chassis?
Yes, the SPA-4XT3/E3 is fully compatible with Cisco ASR 9000 Series line cards and chassis running Cisco IOS XR Software Release 5.1.3 or later.
How do I install the SPA-4XT3/E3 in my ASR 9000 router?
Simply slide the SPA module into an available SPA slot on the ASR 9000 line card, secure it with screws, and perform IOS XR interface configuration.
What performance can I expect from this Shared Port Adapter?
Each T3/E3 port delivers up to 45 Mbps of full-duplex throughput with sub-microsecond latency, enabling carrier-grade TDM services.
How does the SPA-4XT3/E3 handle redundancy?
The adapter leverages the ASR 9000’s redundant route processor and supervisor architecture to ensure non-stop forwarding and high availability.
Can I mix T3 and E3 channels on the same adapter?
Yes, you can configure each of the four ports independently as either T3 or E3, providing maximum deployment flexibility.
What management interfaces are available for the SPA-4XT3/E3?
Management is handled via Cisco IOS XR CLI, SNMP, NETCONF, and XML-based APIs for seamless automation and monitoring.
How scalable is the SPA-4XT3/E3 in multi-slot deployments?
You can populate multiple SPA slots on the ASR 9000 line card to scale up to 64 Clear Channel T3/E3 ports per chassis.
What power requirements does the SPA-4XT3/E3 have?
The adapter draws under 20W of power per module and supports the ASR 9000’s redundant AC/DC power supplies.
Does Cisco offer software licensing for this adapter?
No additional software license is required; the SPA-4XT3/E3 is supported under the ASR 9000 feature set included with IOS XR.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco provides a limited lifetime warranty and offers Cisco Smart Net Total Care for 24×7 global technical support and hardware replacement.
Is this product end-of-sale or end-of-life?
As of the latest Cisco product advisory, the SPA-4XT3/E3 remains fully supported with no announced end-of-sale or end-of-life date.
Where can I purchase the Cisco ASR 9000 SPA-4XT3/E3?
You can order the SPA-4XT3/E3 through authorized Cisco resellers, distributors, or directly from Cisco’s online store using SKU SPA-4XT3/E3.
Are there training resources for deploying the SPA-4XT3/E3?
Yes, Cisco offers online courses, documentation, and self-paced labs covering TDM services, IOS XR configuration, and ASR 9000 deployment best practices.