| Product Type | Router |
| Product Model | ASR 9901 |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable - 2U |
| Airflow | Front to back |
| Dimensions | 17.3 in x 2.4 in x 3.4 in |
| Width | 17.3 in |
| Depth | 2.4 in |
| Height | 3.4 in |
| Weight | 47.62 lbs |
| Processor | 1 x Intel 2.4 GHz |
| Installed Memory | 32 GB |
| Power Device | Internal power supply |
| Power Redundancy | Yes |
| Maximum Installed Route Switch Processors | 2 |
| Bandwidth (Full Duplex) | 120 Gbps |
Cisco ASR 9901 120G Router Chassis with PAYG Base HW

Key Benefits
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- High-performance routing with 120 Gbps bandwidth supports scalable modern networks
- Comprehensive interface options and protocol support maximize deployment flexibility
- TAA compliance and broad international certifications ensure readiness for regulated markets
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR 9901 120G Router Chassis is a compact, rack-mountable, carrier-grade platform designed for high-speed networking. Delivering 120 Gbps full-duplex bandwidth, it includes an Intel 2.4 GHz processor and 32 GB RAM. With 16 x 1000Base-T, 24 x 10GbE/1GbE, and 2 x 100GbE QSFP28 interfaces, it enables flexible deployment. The chassis includes internal power redundancy, supports up to 2 Route Switch Processors, and features a 2U front-to-back airflow design. Advanced networking features like MPLS, HQoS, NSF, and Layer 2/3 VPN support enhance its use in edge and core deployments. Compliant with a wide range of international certifications including NEBS Level 3 and TAA, it's built to operate in demanding environments. This chassis supports PAYG licensing, providing service providers with performance scalability and investment protection.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
| Minimum Operating Temperature | 41 °F |
| Maximum Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity Range | 10 - 85% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Licensing Model | PAYG (Pay-As-You-Grow) |
| Management Interface | Web and CLI (via console/AUX/management port) |
Interfaces
| 10/100/1000Base-T Ports | 16 x 1000Base-T - SFP (mini-GBIC) |
| 10Gb Ethernet Ports | 24 x 10Gb Ethernet / 1Gb Ethernet - SFP/SFP+ |
| 100Gb Ethernet Ports | 2 x 100Gb Ethernet - QSFP28 |
| Console Ports | 1 x RS-232 - RJ-45 |
| AUX Ports | 1 x RS-232 - RJ-45 |
| Management Ports | 1 x 10/100/1000Base-T - RJ-45 |
| Expansion Slots | Route Switch Processor (RSP) |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Brazil / China / Mexico |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Certifications and Standards | FCC Class A, NEBS Level 3, EN55022, CISPR 22 Class A, UL/CSA/IEC 60950-1, EN 300 386, IEC/EN 61000 series, FDA, VCCI Class A, AS/NZS standards, GR-1089-CORE, GR-63-CORE |
Advanced Security Features
| Routing & VPN Support | MPLS, NSR, L2VPN, L3VPN, EVPN, IRB |
| Access Control | ACL support |
| High Availability | NSF (Non-Stop Forwarding) |
| Quality of Service | HQoS (Hierarchical Quality of Service) |
| Link Aggregation | MC-LAG (Multi-Chassis Link Aggregation) |