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Cisco ASR1001HX-IPSECHW Refurbished - IPsec HW Crypto Module
MPN: ASR1001HX-IPSECHW
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The Cisco ASR1001HX-IPSECHW Hardware IPsec Encryption Module is purpose-built for the Cisco ASR 1001-HX Aggregation Services Router, providing dedicated hardware-based acceleration for IPsec encryption and decryption operations. By offloading cryptographic processing from the route processor, this module significantly improves VPN throughput and reduces latency across encrypted tunnels — making it an essential upgrade for organizations running high-volume site-to-site or remote-access VPN deployments.Offered in Refurbished condition by WhaleyComm, this module undergoes inspection and testing to ensure reliable performance at a fraction of new-unit pricing. It is ideal for enterprises, managed service providers, and data center operators that require scalable, wire-speed encryption without investing in an entirely new router chassis.
The ASR1001HX-IPSECHW is an upgradeable crypto option, meaning organizations can activate or expand IPsec capabilities on an existing ASR 1001-HX platform as their encrypted traffic demands grow. This flexibility makes capacity planning more economical and operationally straightforward.
Cisco's ASR 1000 Series is widely deployed across WAN edge, internet edge, and branch aggregation roles, and adding dedicated hardware crypto support ensures that encryption does not become a bottleneck in high-throughput environments. Whether securing cloud connectivity, inter-datacenter links, or large-scale branch VPN infrastructure, this module supports the performance and reliability standards enterprises expect from Cisco routing platforms.
Contact WhaleyComm to confirm compatibility with your specific ASR 1001-HX configuration and software version before ordering.
Technical Specifications
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'ASR1001HX-IPSECHW', 'Brand': 'Cisco', 'Compatible Platform': 'Cisco ASR 1001-HX Router', 'Module Type': 'Hardware IPsec Encryption Module', 'Function': 'Hardware-accelerated IPsec crypto offload', 'Condition': 'Refurbished', 'Form Factor': 'Internal module for ASR 1001-HX'}
Ideal Use Cases
Enterprise WAN Edge VPN Aggregation
Organizations running large numbers of site-to-site IPsec tunnels across a WAN edge can offload encryption workloads to this dedicated hardware module. This prevents the route processor from becoming a bottleneck and maintains consistent, high-throughput encrypted connectivity.
Managed Service Provider Encrypted Connectivity
Managed service providers hosting multi-tenant VPN services benefit from hardware-accelerated IPsec that scales to meet growing customer demand. The module enables wire-speed encryption performance while keeping per-port infrastructure costs controlled.
Secure Data Center Interconnect
Enterprises connecting geographically distributed data centers over public or private WAN links can use this module to ensure encrypted inter-DC traffic does not degrade routing performance. Hardware crypto acceleration supports the high-bandwidth, low-latency requirements typical of data center interconnect workloads.
What's Included
✔ Cisco ASR1001HX-IPSECHW Hardware IPsec Encryption Module (Refurbished)
✔ Basic functionality inspection and test verification
✔ WhaleyComm standard Refurbished product support
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The Cisco ASR1001HX-IPSECHW is designed for use with the Cisco ASR 1001-HX Aggregation Services Router. It is part of the Cisco ASR 1000 Series platform ecosystem. Software compatibility is dependent on the Cisco IOS XE version running on the host router; Cisco recommends verifying that your IOS XE release supports hardware IPsec acceleration on the ASR 1001-HX before installation. This module is not interchangeable with other ASR 1000 Series chassis variants. Please consult Cisco's compatibility documentation or contact WhaleyComm for platform-specific guidance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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This module is designed specifically for the Cisco ASR 1001-HX Aggregation Services Router. It is not compatible with other ASR 1000 Series chassis without verification from Cisco documentation.
The hardware IPsec module offloads encryption and decryption processing from the router's main route processor to dedicated crypto hardware. This results in higher VPN throughput, lower CPU utilization, and reduced latency for encrypted traffic.
Refurbished means the module has been previously used and has undergone inspection and basic functional testing by WhaleyComm before resale. It provides a cost-effective alternative to new hardware while maintaining a level of quality assurance.
Yes, hardware IPsec acceleration on the ASR 1001-HX requires a compatible Cisco IOS XE software release. We recommend consulting Cisco's official release notes or contacting WhaleyComm to verify software compatibility with your current deployment before purchasing.
Cisco ASR1001HX-IPSECHW Refurbished - IPsec HW Crypto Module
$795.00
Cisco
Cisco ASR1001HX-IPSECHW Refurbished - IPsec HW Crypto Module
MPN: ASR1001HX-IPSECHW
$795.00
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