Cisco Part Number: A9K-4HG-FLEX-X-SE is an ASR 9000 400GE Service Edge Line Card Enhanced - 5th Generation
Cisco A9K-4HG-FLEX-X-SE: High-Performance Flexible Ethernet Line Card
The Cisco A9K-4HG-FLEX-X-SE is a 5th-generation, high-density multi-rate Ethernet line card engineered for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. Designed for modern service provider and large enterprise networks, this enhanced line card delivers flexible port speeds, robust performance, and broad compatibility to support evolving bandwidth demands. It offers industry-leading versatility with a mix of Ethernet interface types, making it ideal for scalable Carrier Ethernet, IP/MPLS, and cloud-centric network deployments.
Key Features & Capabilities
- Multi-Rate Ethernet Support: Supports a wide range of port speeds including 1 GE, 10 GE, 25 GE, 40 GE, and 100 GE for flexible traffic aggregation and service delivery.
- Rich Port Density:
- 4 × QSFP28 ports (100 GE/40 GE capable)
- 16 × SFP28 ports (25 GE/10 GE/1 GE capable)
- 24 × SFP+ ports (10 GE/1 GE capable)
- Line-Rate Performance: Full line-rate throughput at all supported port speeds to eliminate bandwidth bottlenecks.
- Carrier-Class Monitoring: Includes advanced OAM support (NetFlow, IEEE 802.1ag, ITU Y.1731) for superior service assurance and troubleshooting.
- IOS XR Software: Runs on Cisco’s modular and highly available IOS XR operating system for scalable and resilient network operations.
- Online Insertion & Removal (OIR): Supports line card installation or removal without impacting system operation.
Hardware Compatibility & Physical Specs
- Chassis Support: Compatible with ASR 9000 Series routers including ASR 9922, 9912, 9910, 9906, 9904, 9010, and 9006 platforms.
- Compact Design: Physical dimensions of ~1.68 × 15.87 × 24.00 inches and weight ~20.66 lb (42.67 x 403.10 x 609.60 mm; 9.37 kg) for efficient rack integration.
- Operating Conditions: Designed for standard telecom operating temperatures and humidity levels for reliable field performance.
Benefits & Use Cases
- Versatile Connectivity: Supports a broad spectrum of Ethernet speeds in a single module, enabling service providers to consolidate and simplify network infrastructure.
- Scalable Growth: Flexible Consumption model allows “pay-as-you-grow” capacity with software subscription options.
- Carrier-Grade Reliability: Built for high availability and service continuity in demanding core and edge environments.
- Network Efficiency: Enables high-density aggregation and traffic distribution with full line-rate forwarding.
Overall, the Cisco A9K-4HG-FLEX-X-SE line card provides a powerful and adaptable solution to meet next-generation network demands, delivering versatility, performance, and carrier-grade resilience for large-scale Ethernet deployments.
