Product Type | Feature License |
Compatible Series | Cisco ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers |
License Type | Permanent |
Functionality Enabled | 10Gbps IP/MPLS transport with L2VPN and L3VPN services |
Deployment Mode | Spare / Add-on |
Usage | Enables advanced VPN functionality and MPLS capabilities |
Bandwidth Tier Enabled | 10 Gbps |
Model Compatibility | Cisco ASR 9000 series line cards and routers |
Cisco ASR 9000 Basic 10Gbps L2/L3VPN License (Spare)


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- Allows telecom and enterprise networks to scale with 10Gbps secure VPN services
- Ideal for service providers looking to activate advanced L2/L3VPN technologies on ASR 9000 routers
- Meets TAA compliance standards, making it eligible for federal and public sector projects
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR 9000 Basic 10Gbps IP/MPLS/L2VPN/L3VPN Foundational License (Spare) enables 10Gbps IP/MPLS transport with advanced Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPN capabilities. Designed for the ASR 9000 Series, this license supports flexible and scalable deployment of high-capacity services. With TAA compliance, it’s suitable for regulated procurement environments. Ideal as a spare or for network expansion, it ensures carrier-grade VPN performance and infrastructure agility.
Specifications
Product Overview
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Platform | Cisco Evolved Programmable Network Manager (EPN-M), Cisco IOS XR CLI/API |
License Delivery Method | Software license file |
License Enforcement | Smart Licensing or Classic PAK-based |
Smart Licensing Support | Yes |
License Portability | Tied to chassis or line card |
Integration with Cisco Smart Net Total Care | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
FCC Certification | Yes (platform-dependent) |
Industry Certifications | CE, UL, CSA (platform-dependent) |
Interfaces
Supported Interface Types (via hardware) | Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet (platform-dependent) |
Supported Protocols | MPLS, L2VPN, L3VPN, IP |
Traffic Engineering Support | Yes, via MPLS TE |
Layer 2 Support | Point-to-Point (EoMPLS), VPLS |
Layer 3 Support | L3VPN, Inter-AS VPN, IPv4/IPv6 routing |
Advanced Security Features
VPN Encryption Support | Yes (platform-dependent) |
MPLS Security Features | Yes, includes TTL propagation control and RT/MPLS filters |
Infrastructure Protection | Control Plane Policing (CoPP), RTBH, uRPF (hardware support required) |
NSF/GR Support | Yes, via redundant controllers and stateful failover |
Physical & Environmental
Form Factor | Not applicable (software license) |
Weight | Not applicable |
Dimensions | Not applicable |
Power Requirements | Not applicable |
Operating Temperature | Not applicable |
Storage Temperature | Not applicable |
Humidity Range (Operating) | Not applicable |