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Cisco A9K-8X100GE-TR Refurbished — 8-Port 100GE Packet Transport Line Card
MPN: A9K-8X100GE-TR
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This refurbished Cisco A9K-8X100GE-TR is an 8-port 100 Gigabit Ethernet Packet Transport line card designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Router platform. Professionally tested and reset to factory defaults, every unit leaves our facility fully verified against Cisco's published specifications. Based on Cisco CPAK technology, the card delivers line-rate, non-oversubscribed performance across all eight ports and supports flexible interface modes including 100GE, 40GE, and 10GE — all configurable through the CLI without requiring a card reset.The A9K-8X100GE-TR is a third-generation High Density Ethernet line card optimized for packet transport deployments where scalable IP/MPLS forwarding and basic QoS are the priority. Its CPAK interfaces support LAN/WAN/OTN unified PHY operation, enabling 10x10G breakout per port for aggregation and Data Center Interconnect use cases. The card slots into any line card bay of compatible ASR 9000 chassis and operates under Cisco IOS XR, giving operators a mature, carrier-proven software environment for large-scale service provider and enterprise core networks.
Purchasing refurbished from WhaleyComm delivers the same Cisco hardware at a significant fraction of new list price — without sacrificing reliability or support. WhaleyComm is ISO 9001, R2v3, and e-Stewards certified, with 25+ years and 5,000+ enterprise customers who trust our testing and sourcing standards. Every unit ships with a Lifetime Warranty and a Certificate of Testing.
Technical Specifications
Part Number
A9K-8X100GE-TR
Product Family
Cisco ASR 9000 Series Line Cards
Optimization Type
Packet Transport Optimized (basic QoS)
Number of Ports
8
Port Speed
100 Gigabit Ethernet per port
Interface Technology
Cisco CPAK (LAN/WAN/OTN unified PHY)
Supported Port Speeds
100GE, 40GE, 10GE (configurable per port via CLI)
10x10G Breakout
Supported via Cisco CPAK 10x10G-LR optics
Forwarding Mode
Line rate, non-oversubscribed
Ethernet Standard
100-Gbps IEEE 802.3ba compliant
Operating System
Cisco IOS XR
Minimum IOS XR Software Release
5.3.1
Compatible Chassis
Cisco ASR 9006, ASR 9010, ASR 9904, ASR 9906, ASR 9910, ASR 9912, ASR 9922
Dimensions (W x H x D)
14.5 x 1.63 x 22.02 in. (368.3 x 41.4 x 559.3 mm)
Weight
28 lb (est.)
Ideal Use Cases
IP/MPLS Core and Backbone Networks
The A9K-8X100GE-TR delivers line-rate 100GE forwarding with full IP/MPLS support, making it a natural fit for service provider backbone and core routing environments that demand predictable, high-throughput packet transport.
Data Center Interconnect (DCI)
The 10x10G CPAK breakout option enables dense, flexible interconnection between data centers, allowing a single 100GE port to be subdivided into ten 10GE channels for cost-effective DCI deployments.
Large-Scale Traffic Aggregation
Eight non-oversubscribed 100GE ports per slot allow operators to consolidate high volumes of upstream traffic from aggregation layers without introducing bandwidth bottlenecks at the core.
Carrier Ethernet and Mobile Backhaul
Synchronization circuitry and support for transport-class network timing on the ASR 9000 platform make this line card well-suited for mobile backhaul and TDM migration applications requiring precise timing delivery.
IPoDWDM Transport Extension
When paired with the Cisco ONS 15454 DWDM transponder solution, the ASR 9000 platform can extend 100GE transport over IP-over-DWDM networks, enabling long-haul optical integration directly from the router.
Line Card Refresh and Capacity Expansion
The A9K-8X100GE-TR installs into any compatible ASR 9000 chassis slot, making it a straightforward upgrade path for operators looking to increase 100GE density without replacing existing infrastructure.
What's Included
1x Cisco A9K-8X100GE-TR 8-Port 100GE Packet Transport Line Card
Certificate of Testing
Lifetime Warranty — No Time Limits. No Questions.
Every WhaleyComm unit ships with a Lifetime Warranty. If it fails under normal operating conditions at any point, we replace it. We have stood behind our hardware for 25 years and 5,000+ customers — that is not a marketing line, it is our operating standard.
Compatibility Details
Review supported optics, cables, software, management protocols, and environment-specific compatibility guidance.
The Cisco A9K-8X100GE-TR is fully compatible with the following Cisco ASR 9000 Series chassis
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Cisco ASR 9006 Router
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Cisco ASR 9010 Router
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Cisco ASR 9904 Router
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Cisco ASR 9906 Router
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Cisco ASR 9910 Router
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Cisco ASR 9912 Router
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Cisco ASR 9922 Router
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Note: Some chassis may require a hardware update to cooling and power systems due to the high-density 100GE throughput of this line card. Verify chassis readiness with your Cisco documentation before installation.
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Minimum Software: Cisco IOS XR Release 5.3.1
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Fabric Card Compatibility: Compatible with A9K-FC, A9K-FC2, and A9K-FC3 fabric cards.
Optics: Requires Cisco CPAK optics. LAN/WAN/OTN unified PHY CPAK ports supported. For a complete list of supported transceivers, refer to the Cisco ASR 9000 Transceiver Module data sheet or contact our engineering team.
For compatibility verification specific to your environment, contact our engineering team: +1 214 607-4800 or sales@whaleycomm.com
Shipping & Returns
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Shipping
Orders typically ship within 1-2 business days after payment confirmation. Tracking details are shared once the order has been dispatched.
Returns
Eligible products can be returned according to WhaleyComm's return policy. For DOA, warranty, or product-related issues, contact the support team for replacement or resolution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Product-specific answers about compatibility, testing, warranty, fulfilment, and purchase confidence.
The TR (Packet Transport Optimized) variant is designed for network deployments requiring basic QoS, while the SE (Service Edge Optimized) variant supports enhanced QoS for customer-facing deployments. Both are 8-port 100GE line cards using Cisco CPAK interfaces and both operate at full line rate in a non-oversubscribed fashion. Different card types, including TR and SE, can be mixed within the same ASR 9000 system.
The A9K-8X100GE-TR requires Cisco CPAK optics. The card supports CPAK modules in LAN/WAN/OTN unified PHY mode, including the Cisco CPAK 10x10G-LR optics that enable per-port 10x10GE breakout for increased aggregation density.
The A9K-8X100GE-TR requires a minimum of Cisco IOS XR Software Release 5.3.1, as documented in Cisco's official release notes. Always verify your specific chassis and RSP software compatibility before deployment.
Yes. Every WhaleyComm unit ships with a Lifetime Warranty. If it fails under normal operating conditions at any point, we replace it at no cost — no time limits, no questions asked.
Every unit goes through our ISO 9001-certified testing process: full power-on diagnostics, port-by-port functionality testing, firmware verification, factory reset, and final inspection. A Certificate of Testing ships with every unit.
Cisco A9K-8X100GE-TR Refurbished — 8-Port 100GE Packet Transport Line Card
$7,400.00
Cisco
Cisco A9K-8X100GE-TR Refurbished — 8-Port 100GE Packet Transport Line Card
MPN: A9K-8X100GE-TR
$7,400.00
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