S-A9K-200G-OPT

Description

The Cisco S-A9K-200G-OPT is a specialized Smart License delivering Advanced Optical capabilities for the MOD200 Line Card (A9K-MOD200-FC) in the Cisco ASR 9000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. This a-la-carte license enhances the IOS XR Flexible Consumption Model (FCM), providing platform-specific features for high-capacity optical networking. With 10 units in stock and a special offer at $5807 (92% savings), it offers immediate dispatch and full compatibility with ASR 9000 Flexible Consumption hardware. PDF Datasheet available for detailed specifications.

Cisco IOS XR Software Overview

Cisco IOS XR Routing products are powered by industry-leading, carrier-class, 64-bit Cisco IOS XR Software, designed for operational efficiency, optimized utilization, and service agility in Cisco Evolved Programmable Network. Key features include Pre-boot eXecution Environment (iPXE) boot, auto provisioning, native support for third-party application hosting, machine-to-machine interface, telemetry, and flexible software package delivery.

Cisco IOS XR Flexible Consumption Model

The Cisco IOS XR FCM addresses customer needs for simple, flexible consumption, allowing purchase of software capacity as needed. Ideal for high-density line cards or fixed chassis, it supports pay-as-you-grow with incremental capacity expansion. Benefits include investment protection via software portability across hardware, license pooling network-wide, and simplified management.

Customer Value Proposition

• Reduce upfront capital with pay-as-you-grow structure and deferred software payments via subscriptions.
• Utilize capital efficiently through network-wide license sharing, eliminating stranded capacity.
• Simplify operations with two suites: Essentials and Advantage.
• Protect investment by porting licenses to next-generation hardware under specified conditions.

The FCM comprises hardware, perpetual Right To Use (RTU) licenses (Essentials and Advantage suites), and recurring Software Innovation Access (SIA) subscriptions. SIA terms: xxx-SIA-3 (36-59 months) or xxx-SIA-5 (60-120 months). Essentials for basic transport, Advantage extends with advanced routing, management, Layer 2/3 VPN, Peering, Traffic Engineering, MACsec, SL-API, BNG (ASR 9000 only). A-la-carte licenses like S-A9K-200G-OPT provide specialized features such as Advanced Optical for MOD200 LC.

Cisco Smart Licensing

FCM requires Cisco Smart Licensing with device registration and usage reporting for compliance. Benefits: real-time visibility, centralized management, telemetry reports, flexible organization, quick setup via My Cisco Entitlements (MCE). Essential for SIA benefits and upgrades, e.g., from IOS XR 7.3.x to 7.4.x.

Software Suites

Essentials: per-400G/100G/10G capacity licenses for transport. Advantage: adds advanced features. Available on Cisco 8000 Series (from 7.5.1), ASR 9000 3rd/4th/5th Gen LCs, NCS 5500/540/560 (from 7.4.1). S-A9K-200G-OPT complements these for optical enhancements on ASR 9000 MOD200.

Platforms and Ordering

FCM supports Cisco 8000 Series, ASR 9000 Series (3rd-5th Gen LCs, chassis), NCS 5500/540/560. All require Smart Licensing. Hardware warranty: 1-year limited with 10-day RMA turnaround.

Cisco Environmental Sustainability

Cisco provides data on product materials, WEEE compliance for e-waste, batteries, packaging. Details in CSR Report.

Services and Support

Cisco Advanced Services, Software Support (required with SIA), SP Base for TAC support, Smart Call Home. Cisco Capital for flexible payments. Contact sales for details.

For More Information

• Cisco 8000 Series, ASR 9000, NCS 5500/540/560 websites.
• Cisco Crosswork Trust Insights, NSO, WAN Automation Engine (WAE), EPN Manager.

Document updates include SIA term ranges (May 2021), NCS 5700 PIDs (July 2023).