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REFURBISHED
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Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L Refurbished - Line Card Module
MPN: A9K-2T20GE-L
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The Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L is a Refurbished line card module built for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series routing platform — one of the industry's most capable carrier-grade router families. Designed to support service providers and large enterprise networks, this module offers a versatile combination of high-speed 10 Gigabit Ethernet and 1 Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, making it well-suited for aggregation, edge routing, and core network deployments.Procured and tested as a Refurbished unit, this module from WhaleyComm undergoes inspection to ensure functional integrity before shipment. Choosing Refurbished hardware is an effective strategy for organizations looking to expand or maintain their ASR 9000 infrastructure without incurring the cost of new replacement hardware.
With support for MPLS, IP routing, and advanced QoS features inherent to the ASR 9000 platform, this line card is a reliable building block for scalable network architectures. Whether you are upgrading an existing ASR 9000 deployment or sourcing spares for redundancy, the A9K-2T20GE-L delivers proven Cisco quality in a cost-conscious Refurbished package.
Technical Specifications
Manufacturer
Cisco
Part Number (MPN)
A9K-2T20GE-L
Product Type
Line Card Module
Compatible Platform
Cisco ASR 9000 Series
10GE Ports
2
1GE Ports
20
Operating System
Cisco IOS XR
Condition
Refurbished
Ideal Use Cases
Service Provider Edge Aggregation
The A9K-2T20GE-L provides the port density and interface flexibility required for aggregating customer-facing traffic at the network edge. Its mix of 10GE and 1GE ports supports diverse subscriber or business service handoffs from a single line card.
Enterprise Core Network Expansion
Large enterprise networks running the ASR 9000 platform can use this Refurbished module to expand capacity without a full hardware refresh. The dual 10GE uplinks and 20x 1GE access ports make it ideal for supporting high-throughput internal routing tiers.
Network Redundancy and Spare Parts Inventory
Organizations maintaining ASR 9000 deployments benefit from keeping certified Refurbished modules like the A9K-2T20GE-L as cold-standby spares. This ensures rapid restoration of service in the event of a line card failure, reducing mean time to recovery.
What's Included
✔ Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L Refurbished Line Card Module (x1)
✔ Basic functional inspection and testing completed
✔ Ships securely packaged for safe transit
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The Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L is designed for use within the Cisco ASR 9000 Series routing platform, including chassis variants such as the ASR 9001, ASR 9006, ASR 9010, ASR 9904, ASR 9906, ASR 9910, ASR 9912, and ASR 9922 . The module operates under Cisco IOS XR software. Customers should verify RSP and chassis slot compatibility with their specific ASR 9000 configuration prior to deployment. Consult Cisco's official compatibility matrices or contact WhaleyComm for pre-sales guidance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Product-specific answers about compatibility, testing, warranty, fulfilment, and purchase confidence.
Yes, as a Refurbished unit sourced by WhaleyComm, the A9K-2T20GE-L undergoes a basic functional inspection prior to shipment to verify operational integrity. This process helps ensure the module arrives ready for integration into your ASR 9000 environment.
The A9K-2T20GE-L operates within the Cisco ASR 9000 platform, which runs Cisco IOS XR. The specific minimum IOS XR version required for full feature support should be verified against Cisco's official release notes for your deployment.
Purchasing a Refurbished A9K-2T20GE-L offers a significant cost saving compared to new hardware while still delivering the same Cisco-engineered performance. This is particularly valuable for organizations expanding existing ASR 9000 infrastructure, managing tight capital budgets, or building out spare parts inventory for business continuity.
Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L Refurbished - Line Card Module
$175.00
Cisco
Cisco A9K-2T20GE-L Refurbished - Line Card Module
MPN: A9K-2T20GE-L
$175.00
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