The A9K-SAM-2TB Cisco SSD Module is a high-performance solid-state drive module designed for use in Cisco ASR 9000 routers. The module is designed to provide additional storage capacity and improve system performance through the use of PCI Express flash accelerator technology.
Solid-state drives are becoming increasingly popular in networking equipment due to their improved reliability, speed, and lower power consumption compared to traditional hard disk drives. The A9K-SAM-2TB module is an example of a solid-state drive that is specifically designed for use in networking equipment to meet the demanding performance requirements of today's high-speed data networks. With a storage capacity of 2TB, the A9K-SAM-2TB module can provide ample space for storing critical system data, logs, and other types of content.
In the following sections, we will discuss the technical specifications, features, and benefits of the A9K-SAM-2TB Cisco SSD Module, as well as its installation and configuration process and how to troubleshoot common issues that may arise during its use.
Overview of PCI Express Flash Accelerator TechnologyPCI Express Flash Accelerator technology is a high-performance storage solution that uses flash memory and a PCI Express interface to provide faster access to data compared to traditional storage technologies. The technology is designed to provide high-speed, low-latency access to data for applications that require fast and efficient data access.
PCI Express flash accelerators come in a variety of form factors and capacities, ranging from small plug-in modules to full-length cards with multiple flash chips. They typically use NAND flash memory, which is non-volatile and can retain data even when power is removed.
One of the key benefits of PCI Express flash accelerators is their low latency. Since data can be accessed directly from the flash memory via the PCI Express interface, access times are significantly faster compared to traditional hard disk drives. This makes them ideal for applications that require high-speed data access, such as databases, virtualization, and high-performance computing.
PCI Express flash accelerators also offer improved reliability and durability compared to traditional hard disk drives, as they have no moving parts that can fail. They are also more energy-efficient and generate less heat, which can help reduce cooling requirements and lower overall energy consumption.
Benefits of Using Solid State Drives in Networking EquipmentThere are several benefits to using solid-state drives (SSDs) in networking equipment like the A9K-SAM-2TB Cisco SSD Module, including:
- Faster performance: SSDs are faster than traditional hard disk drives (HDDs), as they have no moving parts and can access data more quickly. This can help improve the performance of networking equipment, such as routers and switches, which rely on fast data access to process and route packets.
- Lower latency: SSDs have lower latency than HDDs, which can help reduce the time it takes for data to be accessed and processed. This can help improve the responsiveness of networking equipment, which can be critical in high-speed networks.
- Higher durability and reliability: SSDs are more durable and reliable than HDDs, as they have no moving parts that can fail. This makes them more resistant to shock and vibration, and less likely to suffer from mechanical failure.
- Lower power consumption: SSDs consume less power than HDDs, which can help reduce the overall energy consumption of networking equipment. This can help lower energy costs and reduce the environmental impact of data centers and other networking facilities.
- Quieter operation: SSDs produce less noise than HDDs, as they have no spinning disks or moving parts. This can help reduce the overall noise level in networking equipment rooms and make them more comfortable for technicians and other personnel.
Overall, using SSDs in networking equipment can help improve performance, reduce energy consumption and noise, and increase durability and reliability, making them an attractive option for high-speed data networks like those found in modern data centers and other networking facilities.
Key Feature about this Cisco A9K-SAM-2TB- Cisco A9K-SAM-2TB 2TB PCI Express Flash Accelerator Solid State Drive Module for ASR 9000
- Manufacturer Cisco
- Part Number or SKU# A9K-SAM-2TB
- Type Cisco ASR 9000 Module, ASR9000 AVSM SAM CACHE
- Cisco ASR 9000 Series
- Capacity: 2TB
- Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x8
- Form factor: Half-height, half-length (HHHL)
- NAND Flash Type: 3D NAND TLC
- Endurance: 3 Drive Writes per Day (DWPD) for 5 years
- Sequential Read Performance: Up to 3.2 GB/s
- Sequential Write Performance: Up to 2.2 GB/s
- Random Read Performance (4KB): Up to 320,000 IOPS
- Random Write Performance (4KB): Up to 100,000 IOPS
- MTBF: 2 million hours
Dimension and Weight
- Height: 1.4 Inch
- Width: 6.41 Inch
- Depth: 7.35 Inch
- Weight: 1.33 lbs
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