Description
Introduction to the Control Processor
The ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9 is a 64GB Control Processor for the Cisco ASR 5000 Series Routers. This control processor is designed to provide high-performance switching and routing capabilities for large-scale networks, as well as to meet the demands of service providers, cloud service providers, and enterprise networks. The ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9 provides a number of key features and capabilities, including:
- High-Performance Routing: The ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9 is capable of handling large-scale routing demands, including BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, and EIGRP, as well as support for advanced routing features such as MPLS and VPNs.
- Quality of Service (QoS): The ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9 supports advanced QoS capabilities, allowing network administrators to prioritize network traffic, reducing latency and improving overall network performance.
- High-Availability: The ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9 provides a number of high-availability features, including redundancy and failover capabilities, helping to ensure that the network is always available and performing at its best.
- Scalability: The ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9 is designed to be scalable, allowing network administrators to accommodate growth and expanding network demands.
- Network Virtualization: The ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9 supports network virtualization capabilities, allowing network administrators to create virtual networks within a single physical network infrastructure.
The ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9 is a powerful and flexible control processor for the Cisco ASR 5000 Series Routers, providing high-performance switching and routing, as well as a range of advanced features for managing and optimizing network performance.
Maintenance and Support
The Cisco ASR 5000 64GB Control Processor (ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9) is a high-performance network device designed for service providers. To ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime, it is important to have a robust maintenance and support plan in place.
Maintenance of the ASR 5000 64GB Control Processor involves regular software updates, hardware upgrades, and other necessary tasks to keep the device running smoothly and optimally. Regular maintenance can also help to identify and resolve potential issues before they become serious problems, leading to improved network reliability and reduced downtime.
Cisco offers comprehensive support for the ASR 5000 64GB Control Processor, including expert troubleshooting and repair services, software upgrades, and access to a wealth of technical resources and documentation. Service providers can choose from a range of flexible support options to meet their specific needs and budget.
Working with Cisco for maintenance and support of the ASR 5000 64GB Control Processor provides several benefits, including:
- Improved network reliability and uptime
- Fast and efficient resolution of any issues that may arise
- Access to Cisco’s expertise and technical resources
- Regular software and hardware updates to keep the device running optimally
- Protection for your investment in the ASR 5000 64GB Control Processor.
Advanced Networking for Service Providers
The Cisco ASR 5000 64GB Control Processor (ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9) is a high-performance control processor designed for service providers. It provides advanced networking capabilities for delivering secure, scalable, and reliable services to customers. The ASR 5000 64GB Control Processor offers a rich set of features for service providers, including:
- Quality of Service (QoS): It enables service providers to prioritize network traffic and allocate network resources effectively to meet different service-level agreements (SLAs).
- Network Virtualization: The ASR 5000 supports network virtualization technologies, such as Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS) and Virtual Private Network (VPN), which enable service providers to offer secure, scalable, and flexible virtual private networks to customers.
- Carrier-Grade Reliability: It offers high reliability and resiliency features, such as hardware redundancy and fast failover, to ensure network uptime and availability.
- Scalability: The ASR 5000 64GB Control Processor supports up to 384 GB of memory, allowing service providers to scale their networks to accommodate growing customer demand.
- Advanced Security: The ASR 5000 provides advanced security features, such as firewall, VPN, and intrusion detection and prevention (IDP), to protect customer data and ensure secure communication.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Manufacturer Part Number: ASR5K-PSC-64G-K9
- Product Name: Cisco ASR 5000 Processing Card Packet Services Card
- Device Type: Control Processor
Networking
- Form Factor: Plug-in module
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
Processor / Memory / Storage
- Processors Installed: 2 x
- Max Supported Qty: 2
- RAM: 64 GB
Miscellaneous
- MTBF: 93,950 hours
- Environmentally Friendly: Yes





