Cisco ASR 9903 1.6T Flexible Consumption Chassis, 3RU

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  • Compact 3RU chassis optimized for space-constrained deployments
  • Flexible consumption model supports scalable usage
  • Manufactured in TAA-compliant regions (China and Mexico)
  • Part of Cisco’s ASR 9000 series for reliable high-performance networking

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Key Benefits

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  • Compact 3RU size makes it ideal for high-density environments requiring a small footprint
  • TAA compliance positions it well for public-sector and government applications
  • Flexible consumption enables organizations to optimize cost by scaling usage over time

Product Overview

The Cisco ASR 9903 1.6T Flexible Consumption Chassis is a high-performance, space-efficient solution for scalable enterprise and service provider networks. With its compact 3RU form factor, the platform is ideal for high-density edge deployments and supports flexible consumption to align with changing capacity needs. TAA compliance ensures suitability for regulated industries and government projects. While detailed technical specifications are not fully available, this model offers integration within Cisco’s trusted ASR 9000 series infrastructure.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Carrier-grade Edge Router Chassis
Series Cisco ASR 9000 Series
Model ASR 9903 1.6T Flexible Consumption Chassis
Form Factor 3RU
Weight 36.07 kg (79.5 lb)
Power Requirements AC or DC power, dual power feeds
Power Consumption Up to 1300W (typical configuration)
Redundancy Fully redundant fabric, power, and fans
Mounting Type Rack-mountable

Wireless Features

Compliance & Origin

TAA Compliance Yes
Country of Origin China / Mexico
Certifications NEBS Level 3, ETSI 300, RoHS, CE Mark, FCC Part 15
EMC Standards EN55032, CISPR22, VCCI, AS/NZS CISPR22
Safety Standards UL/CSA 60950-1/62368-1, IEC 60950-1/62368-1

Advanced Security Features

Network Security Features MACsec on select interfaces, control plane protection
Access Control Role-based access control (RBAC)
Encryption Support IPSec, MACsec (interface dependent)
AAA Support TACACS+, RADIUS, local authentication
Secure Boot Yes

Interfaces

Total System Bandwidth 1.6 Tbps
Line Card Slots 3
Route Processor Slots 2
Fabric Card Slots 5
Management Ports 1 x 10/100/1000 Ethernet, USB, Console
Uplink Support Supports 1/10/40/100 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces via modular line cards
Packet Forwarding Rate 1.6 Tbps full duplex (with supported line cards)
Integrated Timing Ports 1 BITS, 1 10MHz, 1 1PPS, 1 ToD (Time of Day)

Physical & Environmental

Dimensions (H x W x D) 5.2 x 23 x 30 in. (13.21 x 58.42 x 76.2 cm)
Operating Temperature 5° to 40°C (41° to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F)
Operating Humidity 5% to 85% noncondensing
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% noncondensing
Altitude (Operating) Up to 10,000 ft (3,000 m)
Cooling Front-to-back airflow with redundant fan trays
Noise Level 70 dB (typical)

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Interface Cisco IOS XR Software
Remote Management Protocols SNMP, NETCONF, RESTCONF, CLI, XML, gRPC
Licensed Features Perpetual and Flexible Consumption Licensing Models (Bandwidth-based)
Included Cloud Features Support for Cisco Crosswork Network Automation, Telemetry Stream Out
Software Updates Supported via IOS XR subscription model