Name: A9K-2T20GE-L Cisco 2-Port 10GE 20-Port SFP+ Low Latency Line Card
Brand: Cisco
SKU: A9K-2T20GE-L
Price: 6289.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L line card provides a mix of high-speed 10GE interfaces suitable for routers handling dense traffic loads. It fits into Cisco ASR 9000 series gear, offering a combination of combo and SFP+ ports to meet varied connectivity needs. This card balances throughput and latency control, making it a practical choice in networks where performance and adaptability matter.

General Information
Brand	Cisco
Part Number	A9K-2T20GE-L

Technical Information
Series	ASR 9000 Series (A9K)
product type	Low-Queue Combo Line Card — 2x10GE + 20x10GE (supports XFP and SFP)
Product Category	Router Line Card
Compatibility	Cisco ASR 9000 Series (A9K) routers

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Line Card (Modular Router Line Card)
Weight	14.00
Condition	Refurbished

Product Description
The Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L line card is built for service providers and enterprises requiring robust 10 Gigabit Ethernet aggregation and routing capabilities. Often found in high-capacity routers, this card combines both 10GE combo ports and multiple SFP slots to provide versatile network interface options. Network operators use it to scale bandwidth and manage traffic efficiently in data centers or metropolitan networks. Key Features Includes 2 combo ports supporting 10GE interfaces for flexible uplink configurations Equipped with 20 SFP+ slots compatible with a variety of 10GE optics Optimized for low latency queuing to maintain performance under heavy load Seamlessly integrates with Cisco ASR 9000 routers for high availability Designed to handle intensive data routing and traffic management tasks This line card is typically deployed in network cores and aggregation layers, where multiple high-speed connections converge. Its role is crucial in maintaining smooth data flow and supporting large-scale network infrastructures without bottlenecks. Operators benefit from its flexibility and reliability in demanding environments.

Use Cases
The Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L line card is designed for high-density networking environments where low latency and flexible 10GE connectivity are essential. It is particularly suited for service providers and large enterprises managing heavy data flows and requiring scalable, low-latency infrastructure within their Cisco ASR 9000 router deployments. How It's Used: Aggregating traffic in carrier-grade edge routers for service providers delivering broadband and mobile services. Supporting high-throughput interconnects in data center core layers with virtualization and cloud workloads. Enabling low-latency packet forwarding in financial trading platforms requiring rapid transaction processing. Facilitating network segmentation and secure multi-tenant environments in large enterprise campus networks. Providing flexible port configurations for metro Ethernet networks handling diverse customer premises equipment. This line card enhances operational efficiency by allowing seamless scaling of 10GE interfaces while minimizing latency in complex routing scenarios. It supports diverse traffic patterns and network designs, ensuring adaptable performance tailored to evolving infrastructure demands.

A9K-2T20GE-L Cisco 2-Port 10GE 20-Port SFP+ Low Latency Line Card

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Miscellaneous

Physical Characteristics

Product Description

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