Name: A9K-36X10GE-SE Cisco 36-Port 10GE Service Edge Optimized Line Card
Brand: Cisco
SKU: A9K-36X10GE-SE
Price: 2435.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco A9K-36X10GE-SE line card adds 36 high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports to Cisco ASR 9000 routers, aimed at service edge applications. It fits into networks where efficient handling of multiple data streams and advanced routing capabilities are essential for delivering edge services reliably.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	A9K-36X10GE-SE
Condition	Refurbished

Technical Information
Switch Ports	36-Ports
Number of Ports	36-Ports
Port Type	10G SFP+
Port Speed	10 Gbps
POE Support	No
VLAN Support	Yes
Max VLANs Supported	4096
Stackable	No
Layer Support	Layer 2, Layer 3
Connector Type	SFP+

Performance
Jumbo Frame Support	Up To 9216 Bytes

Management and Configuration
Routing Protocols	Static, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS, PIM-SM, IGMP
Remote Protocols	CLI,SNMP,NETCONF
Management Interfaces	Serial Console (RJ-45),USB Console
Security Features	ACL,SSH,RADIUS,TACACS+
Management Type	Command Line Interface (CLI)
Remote Management Protocol	SSH,SNMP,NETCONF
Routing Protocol	BGP,OSPF,IS-IS,Static,PIM-SM,IGMP

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus

Product Description
The Cisco A9K-36X10GE-SE line card provides 36 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports designed specifically for service edge deployments. It delivers high-density, high-performance connectivity that supports demanding network environments. Often found in service provider networks, this line card is built to handle heavy traffic loads and advanced routing protocols. Network engineers and operators benefit from its reliability and scalability when managing edge services and aggregation. Key Features High port density with 36 dedicated 10GE interfaces Designed to integrate seamlessly with Cisco ASR 9000 platforms Supports advanced features like MPLS and IPv6 routing Optimized for service edge traffic patterns and load Enables simplified network operations with consistent performance This line card is typically deployed in service provider edge routers where high throughput and service flexibility are crucial. It helps simplify network architecture while maintaining consistent data flow and service quality across large-scale environments.

Use Cases
The Cisco A9K-36X10GE-SE line card is designed for service providers and large enterprises operating at the network edge where high throughput and advanced routing are critical. It is ideal for environments requiring dense 10 Gigabit Ethernet connectivity coupled with robust service features, such as metropolitan networks, carrier networks, and large campus infrastructures. How It's Used: Deployed in service provider edge routers to aggregate multiple customer connections with high bandwidth demands. Used within data center interconnects to facilitate high-speed traffic flow between distributed storage and compute clusters. Integrated in large campus networks to support virtualization workloads and high-density user access. Applied in edge computing nodes to efficiently route data streams from local IoT devices and applications. Implemented in metro Ethernet networks to provide scalable, multi-tenant connectivity for business customers. This line card enhances operational efficiency by consolidating numerous 10GE ports in a single module, supporting seamless scalability for growing network demands. Its compatibility with Cisco ASR 9000 routers ensures consistent performance and advanced service capabilities across complex edge deployments.