Product Name | ASR 9000 MACSEC 10G Right to Use Smart License |
Manufacturer | Cisco |
Manufacturer Part Number | L-SA9K-MACSEC-10= |
Product Type | MACsec Encryption License |
Form Factor | Digital License |
Supported Devices | Cisco ASR 9000 Series Routers |
License Type | Smart License |
License Mode | Right to Use (RTU) |
Encryption Type Enabled | MACsec (IEEE 802.1AE) |
Supported Link Speed | 10 Gbps |
Deployment Type | On-Premise / Hardware-based |
Use Case | Secure Layer 2 communication over 10G Ethernet |
ASR 9000 MACSEC 10G Right to Use Smart License



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- Adds MACSEC functionality to Cisco ASR 9000 series, enhancing encrypted communications.
- Smart License model streamlines deployment and licensing compliance.
- TAA compliance and U.S. origin make it suitable for federal and enterprise customers with strict procurement standards.
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR 9000 MACSEC 10G Right to Use Smart License enables MACSEC encryption on ASR 9000 routers for secure Layer 2 communication over 10G Ethernet links. This Smart License simplifies entitlement management and accelerates deployment through Right to Use (RTU) provisioning. With TAA compliance and U.S. origin, it’s ideal for government and enterprise environments requiring strong data protection and regulatory adherence.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Supported |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Cisco Certification | Cisco Certified Compatible |
Advanced Security Features
Layer Encryption Capability | Layer 2 |
MACsec Standard | IEEE 802.1AE |
Encryption Algorithm | AES-128-GCM or AES-256-GCM (device dependent) |
Key Exchange Protocol | MKA (MACsec Key Agreement) |
Traffic Encryption | Line-rate encryption support at 10 Gbps |
Target Segments | Enterprise, Government, Service Providers |
Content Protection | Yes, for Layer 2 data |
Interfaces
Supported Interface Types | 10 Gigabit Ethernet |
Supported Ports per License | Up to 10G link encryption per port |
Encryption Scope | MACsec on Ethernet interfaces only |
Physical & Environmental
Physical Shipment | No – Digital Delivery |
Weight | 0 lbs (licensing only) |
Environmental Impact | N/A — software product |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Licensing Model | Cisco Smart Licensing |
Entitlement Delivery | Cisco Smart Licensing Portal |
Management Platform | Cisco Smart Software Manager (CSSM) |
License Lifecycle State | Right to Use (RTU) with Smart Licensing registration |
License Term | Perpetual |
Cloud Connected | Yes, for license tracking |
License Enforcement Type | Non-enforced (RTU) |
License Registration Required | Yes (via Smart Licensing) |