Cisco ASR1001-HX Aggregation Router with 100G Scalable Performance
Product Overview
The Cisco ASR1001-HX is a high-performance, compact aggregation
services router designed for enterprise WAN, data center edge, and
service provider environments. As part of the Cisco ASR 1000
Series, the ASR1001-HX delivers scalable throughput from 20 Gbps up
to 100 Gbps with a software license, offering a future-proof and
flexible solution for secure and intelligent service delivery.
Product Details
Built with modular Cisco IOS XE software, the ASR1001-HX integrates
powerful control, forwarding, and service capabilities in a 1RU
chassis. It includes dual redundant power supplies, 12 integrated
10G ports, and 4 integrated 1G ports, along with a modular
interface slot for additional connectivity. This router supports
full-stack enterprise and service provider features, including
MPLS, Segment Routing, NAT, firewall, IPsec VPN, AVC, QoS, and
NETCONF/RESTCONF APIs for automation.
Product Features
20 Gbps to 100 Gbps scalable throughput via license
12 x 10G SFP+ ports, 4 x 1G SFP ports (fixed)
1x modular interface slot for additional WAN, LAN, or service cards
Redundant hot-swappable AC/DC power supplies and fans
Full routing stack: BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, EIGRP, MPLS, LISP
Advanced services: IPsec, ZBFW, AVC, NAT, QoS, MACsec
Cisco IOS XE with programmability and model-driven telemetry
Supports NETCONF/YANG, RESTCONF, and gRPC interfaces
High session scale for VPNs, firewalls, and NAT deployments
Compact 1RU form factor with low power usage
Product Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Code | ASR1001-HX |
| Form Factor | 1 RU, rack-mountable |
| Scalable Throughput | 20 Gbps to 100 Gbps (license upgradeable) |
| Built-in Ports | 12 x 10G SFP+, 4 x 1G SFP |
| Modular Slots | 1 x NIM (Network Interface Module) |
| Software Platform | Cisco IOS XE |
| Power Supplies | Dual, hot-swappable (AC/DC) |
| Security | IPsec VPN, ZBFW, MACsec, Control Plane Policing |
| Automation Support | NETCONF, RESTCONF, YANG, gNMI/gRPC |
| Feature Support | MPLS, BGP, SR, NAT, QoS, AVC, LISP |
| Ideal Use Case | Enterprise WAN, SD-WAN, service aggregation |
Similar Models Comparison
| Model | Throughput Range | Integrated Ports | Modular Slot | Redundancy | Use Case |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASR1001 | 2.5 – 5 Gbps | 4 x SFP, 4 x RJ45 | No | Yes | Small enterprise WAN edge |
| ASR1001-X | 2.5 – 20 Gbps | 6 x SFP + 6 x RJ45 | No | Yes | Mid-size WAN routing |
| ASR1001-HX | 20 – 100 Gbps | 12 x 10G SFP+, 4 x 1G SFP | Yes | Yes | Enterprise/data center edge |
| ASR1002-HX | 40 – 100 Gbps | 4 x 10G, 4 x 1G + 2 modular | Yes | Yes | High-throughput aggregation |
Latest Models in Same Series Comparison
| Model | Max Throughput | Form Factor | Modular Slots | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASR1001-HX | 100 Gbps | 1 RU | 1 | Scalable enterprise WAN/core |
| ASR1002-HX | 100 Gbps | 2 RU | 2 | High-performance services edge |
| ASR1006-X | 100+ Gbps | 4 RU | 6 | Massive WAN aggregation |
