EPA-2X40GE Overview
The Cisco ASR 1000 Series 2-port 40GE Ethernet Port Adapter (EPA-2X40GE) provides high-speed 40Gbps Ethernet connectivity on the Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. This port adapter supports two 40 Gigabit Ethernet QSFP+ ports, delivering massive bandwidth scalability for WAN edge and data center interconnect deployments.
The Cisco EPA-2X40GE utilizes Cisco’s innovative Unified Port Architecture. It can be installed directly into the Cisco ASR 1006, ASR 1006-X, ASR 1009-X, and ASR 1013 platforms, providing flexible 40Gbps port density options. The adapter supports advanced features including MACsec encryption, Network Service Headers (NSH), VXLAN, and MPLS.
With its high throughput and density, the Cisco EPA-2X40GE enables network scalability and growth on the ASR 1000 Series. It consolidates and secures large amounts of traffic for enterprise and service provider environments.
Quick Specifications
Feature | Description |
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Ports | Dual 40Gbps QSFP+ |
Throughput | 80 Gbps |
Encryption | MACsec |
Protocols | Ethernet, MPLS, VXLAN |
Form Factor | ASR 1000 Series Embedded Service Processor (ESP) |
Features and Benefits
- High-speed 40Gbps Ethernet connectivity
- Dual QSFP+ ports support 40GBASE-SR4 and 40GBASE-LR4 optics
- Enables massive bandwidth scalability on ASR 1000 Series routers
- Supports MACsec encryption and trusted routing
- Provides network virtualization capabilities like VXLAN and NSH
- Integrates into ESP slot on ASR 1006, 1006-X, 1009-X and 1013 routers
- Simplified and flexible density options with Unified Port Architecture
- Designed for WAN edge, data center interconnect and high-performance networks
Compatible Products
Platform | Description |
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ASR1006-X | Cisco ASR 1006 and ASR 1006-X Routers |
ASR1009-X | Cisco ASR 1009-X Router |
ASR1013 | Cisco ASR 1013 Router |
EPA-2X40GE Full Specifications
Feature | Description |
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Ports | 2 x 40Gbps QSFP+ |
Throughput | 80 Gbps |
Protocols | Ethernet, MPLS, VXLAN, NSH |
Encryption | MACsec 128-bit and 256-bit |
Form Factor | Embedded Service Processor (ESP) |
Dimensions | 6.6 x 6.6 x 1.5 in (H x W x D) |
Weight | 1.0 lb (0.5 kg) |
Operating Temperature | 32 to 104°F (0 to 40°C) |
Input Voltage | 12VDC |
Power Consumption | <120W |
Compliance | FCC Class A, UL/IEC/EN 60950 |
EPA-2X40GE Licensing
The Cisco EPA-2X40GE may require port activation licenses on some platforms. Please check compatibility guides for details.
Warranty Information
The Cisco EPA-2X40GE comes with an 18 month hardware warranty and 90 day software warranty. Extended support contracts are available from Cisco.
Installation and Configuration
The EPA-2X40GE can be installed into the ESP slot on the ASR 1006, 1006-X, 1009-X and 1013 platforms. It is automatically recognized and enabled by default in Cisco IOS XE software. Minimal configuration is required.
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