EPA-2X40GE-Ref Overview

The EPA-2X40GE Cisco ASR 1000 2x40GE Ethernet 2 Ports Expansion Module is designed to enhance network performance by providing additional connectivity options and increasing the capacity of the router it is installed in. Here are some of the network performance enhancements that can be achieved with the EPA-2X40GE:

• Increased port density: The EPA-2X40GE provides an additional 2 high-speed 40G Ethernet ports, which allows for more devices to be connected to the network. This reduces the need for additional routers and simplifies network topology, which can improve overall performance.
• High-speed connectivity: The EPA-2X40GE supports high-speed connectivity with a throughput of up to 80 Gbps. This enables faster data transfer rates between devices on the network, improving application performance and reducing latency.
• Improved reliability: The EPA-2X40GE supports redundant power supplies and fans, which improves the reliability of the network. In the event of a power or cooling failure, the router can continue to operate without interruption.
• Flexible deployment: The EPA-2X40GE can be deployed in a variety of network environments, including data centers, campus networks, and service provider networks. This flexibility allows for the module to be tailored to specific network requirements, which can improve performance and reduce costs.
• Advanced features: The EPA-2X40GE supports advanced features such as Quality of Service (QoS), VLAN tagging, and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP). These features can improve network performance by prioritizing traffic, isolating network segments, and aggregating bandwidth.
• Scalability: The EPA-2X40GE supports Cisco Virtual PortChannel (vPC) technology, which allows for the expansion of the network by connecting multiple routers together as a single logical device. This provides increased scalability and redundancy.

Features and Benefits

The EPA-2X40GE Cisco ASR 1000 2x40GE Ethernet 2 Ports Expansion Module is a high-performance module that provides two additional 40 Gigabit Ethernet (40GE) ports to Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers. Here are some of the key features and benefits of the EPA-2X40GE:

• Increased Port Density: The EPA-2X40GE expansion module increases the port density of the ASR 1000 router, providing two additional 40GE ports. This allows for more devices to be connected to the network and can improve overall network performance.
• High-speed connectivity: The module supports a throughput of up to 80 Gbps, which enables faster data transfer rates between devices on the network, improving application performance and reducing latency.
• Flexibility: The module can be used in a variety of network environments, including data centers, service provider networks, and enterprise networks. This flexibility allows for the module to be tailored to specific network requirements, which can improve performance and reduce costs.
• Improved Scalability: The module can be used to scale the ASR 1000 router to meet the growing demands of the network. This means that businesses and organizations can expand their networks without having to purchase new equipment, which can save money in the long run.
• Advanced Features: The EPA-2X40GE module supports advanced features such as Virtual Switching System (VSS), Quality of Service (QoS), and Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP). These features can improve network performance by prioritizing traffic, isolating network segments, and aggregating bandwidth.
• Easy to Install and Configure: The module is designed to be easy to install and configure, which can save time and reduce the risk of errors during installation. The ASR 1000 router can also automatically detect the module, making it easier to integrate into the network.
• Improved Network Resilience: The module supports hardware redundancy, which improves the resilience of the network. In the event of a power or hardware failure, the router can continue to operate without interruption.

Media & Performance

• Media Type Supported: Optical Fiber
• Ethernet Technology: 40 Gigabit Ethernet
• Network Technology: 40GBase-X

I/O Expansions:

• Number of Total Expansion Slots: 2
• Expansion Slot Type: QSFP

Miscellaneous

• Compatibility: Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers