CISCO ASR-920-12SZ-IM

The Cisco ASR-920-12SZ-IM is a versatile aggregation services router designed for service providers and enterprises needing high-speed, reliable connectivity in metro Ethernet access and aggregation networks. It’s particularly well-suited for mobile backhaul and business applications. Here’s a comprehensive overview:

Key Features:

• High-Density Ethernet Connectivity: Offers 12 Gigabit Ethernet ports (8 copper, 4 SFP) and 4 10-Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports, providing flexibility for various network configurations.
• Interface Module Slot: Includes one Interface Module (IM) slot for further customization and expansion with various interface modules (e.g., T1/E1, OC3/STM-1).
• Carrier Ethernet Features: Supports essential Carrier Ethernet functionalities, including VLANs, QoS, and Ethernet OAM, for efficient service delivery and management.
• MPLS Support: Enables MPLS-based VPN services from the access layer, allowing service providers to offer advanced VPN solutions to their customers.
• High Availability: Designed with redundant power supplies and other features to ensure network uptime and reliability.
• Compact and Rugged Design: Features a compact 1RU form factor and is temperature-hardened for deployment in harsh environments.
• Advanced Timing Capabilities: Supports advanced timing features, including SyncE and IEEE 1588v2, crucial for mobile backhaul applications.
• Cisco IOS XE Software: Runs on Cisco IOS XE software, offering a rich set of features and capabilities, including advanced routing protocols, security features, and network management tools.

Benefits:

• Cost-Effective: Provides a cost-effective solution for delivering wireline and wireless services, with a pay-as-you-grow service activation model.
• Scalable: Supports a large number of subscribers and a wide range of broadband applications, making it suitable for growing networks.
• Flexible: Offers a variety of connectivity options and interface modules to meet diverse network requirements.
• Reliable: Designed for high availability and reliability, ensuring network uptime and service continuity.
• Manageable: Provides advanced network management tools and features to simplify network operation and maintenance.

Typical Applications:

• Metro Ethernet Access and Aggregation: Ideal for deploying in metro Ethernet networks to provide connectivity to businesses and residential customers.
• Mobile Backhaul: Well-suited for mobile backhaul applications, providing high-speed connectivity for cell sites and supporting advanced timing requirements.
• Enterprise WAN Aggregation: Can be used to aggregate WAN connections in enterprise networks, providing a reliable and scalable solution.