Description
Networking and Connectivity Options
The Cisco ASR9K Route Switch Processor (A9K-RSP-4G) is a high-performance management module that provides advanced routing, switching, and network connectivity options for enterprise networks. Some of the key networking and connectivity options of the A9K-RSP-4G include:
- Routing: The A9K-RSP-4G supports a wide range of routing protocols, including Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), to provide advanced routing capabilities for enterprise networks.
- Switching: The A9K-RSP-4G supports a variety of switching protocols, including Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP), and Virtual Switching System (VSS), to provide advanced switching capabilities for enterprise networks.
- Network Connectivity: The A9K-RSP-4G provides a variety of network connectivity options, including 4 Gigabit Ethernet ports, to connect to other devices and networks.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The A9K-RSP-4G supports advanced QoS features, such as Class-Based Weighted Fair Queuing (CBWFQ) and Low Latency Queuing (LLQ), to ensure that critical applications and services receive the bandwidth they need.
- Virtualization: The A9K-RSP-4G supports virtualization technologies, such as Cisco Virtual Network Functions (VNFs) and Network Functions Virtualization (NFV), to provide advanced network capabilities and scalability.
- Multicast: The A9K-RSP-4G supports a wide range of multicast protocols, including Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM), to provide advanced multicast capabilities for enterprise networks.
- IPv6: The A9K-RSP-4G supports IPv6 routing and connectivity, making it easy to upgrade to the latest version of the Internet Protocol.
- Security: The A9K-RSP-4G supports advanced security features, such as firewall and VPN, to protect the network from potential threats.
- High Availability: The A9K-RSP-4G is designed to provide high availability and resiliency, with features such as Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP) and Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) to ensure that the network is always available.
- Management: The A9K-RSP-4G is managed by Cisco IOS XR which is a powerful network operating system that provides advanced management and monitoring capabilities for enterprise networks.
Security and Compliance Features
The A9K-RSP-4G Cisco ASR9K Route Switch Processor (RSP) Management Module is a network device that provides a wide range of security and compliance features. Some of these features include:
- Access control: The RSP module allows you to set up access control lists (ACLs) to define which users or devices are allowed to access the network, and which traffic is allowed to pass through.
- Encryption: The RSP module supports various encryption protocols, such as IPsec and SSL, to secure traffic as it travels across the network.
- Authentication: The RSP module supports various authentication methods, such as RADIUS and TACACS+, to ensure that only authorized users can access the network.
- Firewall: The RSP module includes a firewall feature that allows you to set up rules to control traffic flow and block unwanted traffic.
- Intrusion detection and prevention: The RSP module includes an intrusion detection and prevention system (IDPS) that can detect and prevent malicious traffic from entering the network.
- Compliance: The RSP module supports various compliance standards, such as HIPAA and PCI-DSS, which organizations may use to meet regulatory requirements.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The RSP module allows you to set up QoS policies to ensure that critical traffic is given priority over less important traffic.
Managing and Monitoring
Managing and monitoring the A9K-RSP-4G Cisco ASR9K Route Switch Processor Management Module involves several key tasks:
- Initial Configuration: This involves setting up the basic system parameters such as IP addresses, usernames, and passwords. It also includes configuring the interface and line cards for the switch.
- Software Upgrade: Keeping the software of the switch up-to-date is important to ensure that it is running the latest version of the software. This can be done by downloading the software from the Cisco website and upgrading it on the switch.
- Monitoring: This includes monitoring the switch’s performance and troubleshooting any issues that may arise. This can be done through the use of tools such as the Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI) and the Cisco Prime Infrastructure management software.
- Security: Ensuring that the switch is secure is important to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches. This includes setting up access control lists, configuring firewalls, and monitoring for security threats.
- Backup and Recovery: Regularly backing up the switch’s configuration is important to ensure that it can be quickly recovered in the event of a failure. This can be done through the use of the Cisco IOS command-line interface (CLI) and the Cisco Prime Infrastructure management software.
General Information about this Cisco A9K-RSP-4G
- Manufacturer Cisco
- Model Number or SKU# A9K-RSP-4G
- Product Model A9K-RSP-4G
- Product Name A9K-RSP-4G Route Switch Processor
- Product Type Router Module
Technical Information for Router Module
- Route Type: Management Module
- Application/Usage Wide Area Network
Interfaces/Ports of Route Switch Processor
- Interfaces/Ports Details 1 x Auxiliary Management
- Interfaces/Ports Details 1 x USB
- Interfaces/Ports Details 1 x Console Management
- Interfaces/Ports Details 2 x RJ-45 1000Base-T Network Management
- Interfaces/Ports Details 1 x RJ-45 Connector
Media & Performance
- Connectivity Media Twisted Pair 10/100/1000Base-T
- Data Transfer Rate 10 Mbps Ethernet
- Data Transfer Rate 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet
- Data Transfer Rate 1 Gbps Gigabit Ethernet
I/O Expansions
- Expansion Slots 1 x CompactFlash Card Slot
