ASR1000-ESP20 Overview
The Cisco ASR 1000 Series 20Gbps Embedded Services Processor (ASR1000-ESP20) is a critical component of the Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. As the hardware engine, it provides advanced and modular services in hardware that enable the platform to deliver up to 20Gbps of non-encrypted throughput and up to 8Gbps of IPsec encryption throughput.
The Cisco ASR1000-ESP20 utilizes Cisco’s innovative Flow Processor technology to power services like IPsec encryption, firewall, Network Address Translation (NAT), Quality of Service (QoS), and more directly in hardware. This provides significant performance advantages compared to delivering these services in software. The hardware-based services free up CPU cycles to focus on routing and management.
With a modular software architecture and sub-package support, the Cisco ASR1000-ESP20 can be customized with the specific software services needed. It is designed for high availability deployments, with redundant hardware components and software failover capabilities. The ASR1000-ESP20 interoperates with other ASR 1000 Series ESP models to provide a flexible upgrade path.
Quick Specifications
Feature | Description |
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Performance | 20Gbps non-crypto, up to 8Gbps IPsec encryption |
Memory | 4GB DRAM default and max |
Software | Modular Cisco IOS XE, minimum version 3.5S |
Redundancy | Hardware and software failover |
Form Factor | Integrated card or modular on ASR 1000 Series |
Features and Benefits
- Up to 20Gbps non-crypto performance and 8Gbps IPsec encryption throughput
- Hardware acceleration for services like IPsec, firewall, QoS, NAT, application recognition
- Modular Cisco IOS XE software with individual feature support
- Control and data plane separation for independent scaling
- Designed for high availability configurations
- Flexible upgrade path with other ASR 1000 Series ESPs
Compatible Products
Product | Details |
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Cisco ASR 1002 | Fixed integrated card |
Cisco ASR 1004 (ASR1004) | Modular card |
Cisco ASR 1006 (ASR1006) | Modular card |
Cisco ASR 1013 (ASR1013) | Modular card |
ASR1000-ESP20 Full Specifications
Feature | Description |
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Performance | Up to 20Gbps non-crypto, 8Gbps IPsec encryption |
Encryption Throughput | 8Gbps (1400 byte packets) |
Memory | 4GB DRAM default and max |
Software | Modular Cisco IOS XE, minimum 3.5S |
Redundancy | Hardware and software failover support |
Services | IPsec, firewall, NAT, QoS, application recognition |
Network Interfaces | Integrated or modular line cards |
Dimensions | Varies by chassis |
Weight | Varies by chassis |
Environmental | Normal office environment |
ASR1000-ESP20 Licensing
The Cisco ASR1000-ESP20 requires the following licenses:
- Cisco ASR 1000 Series IOS XE Universal image
- Cisco ASR 1000 Series IP Base or Advanced IP Services feature license
- Encryption throughput determined by Right-to-Use license
Warranty Information
The Cisco ASR1000-ESP20 comes with a 1-year limited hardware warranty and 90-day limited software warranty. Optional service contracts are available to extend support.
Installation and Configuration
The ASR1000-ESP20 installs into a compatible Cisco ASR 1000 Series chassis. It can be configured as an integrated card or modular processor. Configuration is performed using the modular Cisco IOS XE software CLI.
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