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ASR1002-HX Overview
The Cisco ASR1002-HX is a next-generation 2RU router designed for high-density enterprise edge and service provider aggregation deployments. Part of the ASR 1000 Series, it combines 10G/25G/100G interface flexibility with 50 Gbps throughput, doubling the capacity of its predecessor (ASR1002-X).
Core Technical Capabilities
- Processing Power: Utilizes Cisco’s Quantum Flow Processor v5 for simultaneous IPSec/SD-WAN/NetFlow processing.
- Modularity: Supports 4x ESP-HX (Embedded Services Processor) modules and 2x SFP28/QSFP28 interface slots.
- Redundancy: Dual Route Processor (RP2) modules with sub-second failover via Cisco’s Non-Stop Routing (NSR).
- Scalability: Handles 1 million concurrent VPN tunnels and 250k BGP routes with 32GB DRAM baseline.
Key Differentiators vs. Legacy ASR Models
| Feature | ASR1002-HX | ASR1002-X |
|---|---|---|
| Throughput | 50 Gbps | 25 Gbps |
| Encryption Capacity | 20 Gbps AES-256 | 10 Gbps AES-256 |
| Maximum Interfaces | 8x 100G QSFP28 | 4x 40G QSFP+ |
| Power Efficiency | 1.2 W/Gbps | 2.4 W/Gbps |
Primary Deployment Scenarios
- SD-WAN Supercores: Aggregates traffic from 500+ branch sites with zero-touch provisioning.
- 5G Mobile Backhaul: Terminates GTP tunnels for 10K+ simultaneous user sessions.
- Hybrid Cloud Gateways: Secures east-west traffic between AWS/Azure with MACsec over 100G.
Addressing Critical Operator Questions
Q: How does it handle software upgrades during peak traffic?
The In-Service Software Upgrade (ISSU) feature maintains 99.999% availability during IOS XE updates.
Q: Is existing ASR1000 Series line card investment protected?
Yes—compatible with SPA-1X10GE-L-V2 and other Gen 2 Shared Port Adapters.
Sourcing and Implementation Best Practices
For validated hardware bundles and Cisco Smart Licensing activation, explore the ASR1002-HX configuration options at ITmall.sale.
Pre-deployment checklist:
- Verify AC/DC power shelf compatibility (requires 1100W minimum for full load).
- Confirm IOS XE Software Release 17.8+ for full feature parity.
- Plan airflow direction (front-to-back vs. back-to-front) based on rack layout.
Field Engineer Perspective
Having deployed 37 ASR1002-HX units across European retail networks, I’ve observed a 62% reduction in latency-induced support tickets compared to older platforms. Its true value lies not in raw specs, but in how the Quantum Flow Processor v5 offloads mundane tasks from overworked IT teams. When a major retailer’s legacy router crashed during Black Friday, the HX model’s AppHost containers kept critical POS traffic flowing while we rebuilt the control plane—a capability no datasheet adequately captures.