CISCO ASR920-12G-2-10G

The Cisco ASR 920-12G-2-10G is a compact and versatile aggregation services router designed for service providers and enterprises. It’s optimized for mobile backhaul and business applications, offering a good balance of features, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:  

Key Features:

• Compact Form Factor: It’s a 1RU (rack unit) device, making it suitable for deployments in space-constrained environments like remote access and central offices.  
• High-Speed Connectivity: Offers 12 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, providing flexibility for various network configurations.
• Carrier Ethernet Features: Supports essential Carrier Ethernet technologies like HQoS (Hierarchical Quality of Service), MPLS (Multiprotocol Label Switching), and VPLS (Virtual Private LAN Services).  
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPNs: Enables the delivery of L2VPN and L3VPN services, crucial for service providers offering secure and segmented network access.  
• Mobile Backhaul Optimization: Designed to aggregate multiple base stations in mobile backhaul deployments, supporting both Ethernet and IP interfaces.  
• Timing and Synchronization: Provides timing services required for converged access networks, including support for BITS (Building Integrated Timing Supply), 1PPS (1 Pulse Per Second), and ToD (Time Of Day) interfaces.  
• Advanced Software Features: Runs Cisco IOS XE software, offering a rich set of features, including advanced routing protocols, security features, and network management tools.
• Temperature Hardened: Can operate in a wide temperature range, making it suitable for deployment in challenging environments.  
• Low Power Consumption: Designed for energy efficiency, reducing operational costs.  

Benefits:

• Cost-Effective: Offers a good price-to-performance ratio, making it suitable for budget-conscious deployments.
• Scalability: Can handle a large number of subscribers and applications, supporting network growth.
• Reliability: Built with carrier-grade features to ensure high availability and network uptime.
• Flexibility: Supports a wide range of applications and services, making it adaptable to different network needs.
• Manageability: Cisco IOS XE software provides robust management tools for easy configuration and monitoring.