Cisco ASR1000-ESP5 Embedded Services Processor for ASR 1000 Series
The Cisco ASR1000-ESP5 is a centralized forwarding engine for ASR 1000 Series routers, using the Cisco QuantumFlow Processor to deliver up to 5 Mpps across IPv4 forwarding, ACL, QoS, RPF, and Sampled NetFlow. All data-plane traffic through the ASR 1000 chassis flows through the ESP.Overview
The Cisco ASR1000-ESP5 is an Embedded Services Processor for the ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers, providing centralized forwarding engine capability powered by the Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP). Supporting up to 5 Mpps for combinations of common network functions, the ESP5 handles all data-plane processing tasks across the ASR 1000 chassis including IPv4 forwarding, IP Multicast, ACL, QoS, Reverse Path Forwarding, load balancing, and Sampled NetFlow. The Forwarding Engine Control Processor (FECP) provides a hardware abstraction layer between the QFP and system components, keeping datapath and management functions independent.
Key Features
- Up to 5 Mpps forwarding for common feature combinations on ASR 1000 Series platforms
- Powered by the Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP) for next-generation forwarding and queuing
- Centralized forwarding: all ASR 1000 chassis traffic flows through the ESP
- Supports IPv4 forwarding, IP Multicast, ACL, QoS, RPF, load balancing, and Sampled NetFlow
- Forwarding Engine Control Processor (FECP) provides hardware abstraction between QFP and management
- Enables independent datapath and management plane operation
Specifications
- Compatible Platform: Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers
- Forwarding Performance: Up to 5 Mpps
- Processor: Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP)
- Form Factor: Embedded module
- Weight: 0.45 kg
- Color: Silver
- Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates
Why buy from Procure.ae
Procure.ae is a trusted Cisco partner for institutional and enterprise buyers across the UAE and GCC, offering genuine Cisco ASR 1000 components, competitive pricing, and professional procurement support. Request a quote for the ASR1000-ESP5 and our team will assist with compatibility checks and bulk order logistics.
FAQ
What platforms is the ASR1000-ESP5 compatible with?
The ASR1000-ESP5 is designed for the Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers; confirm specific chassis compatibility with your Cisco account team before ordering.
What is the maximum forwarding rate?
The ESP5 supports up to 5 Mpps for combinations of commonly-used features including IPv4 forwarding, ACL, QoS, and Sampled NetFlow.
What processor does it use?
It uses the Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP), which powers next-generation forwarding, queuing, and data-plane processing for the ASR 1000 platform.
Description
Overview
The Cisco ASR1000-ESP5 is an Embedded Services Processor for the ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers, providing centralized forwarding engine capability powered by the Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP). Supporting up to 5 Mpps for combinations of common network functions, the ESP5 handles all data-plane processing tasks across the ASR 1000 chassis including IPv4 forwarding, IP Multicast, ACL, QoS, Reverse Path Forwarding, load balancing, and Sampled NetFlow. The Forwarding Engine Control Processor (FECP) provides a hardware abstraction layer between the QFP and system components, keeping datapath and management functions independent.
Key Features
- Up to 5 Mpps forwarding for common feature combinations on ASR 1000 Series platforms
- Powered by the Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP) for next-generation forwarding and queuing
- Centralized forwarding: all ASR 1000 chassis traffic flows through the ESP
- Supports IPv4 forwarding, IP Multicast, ACL, QoS, RPF, load balancing, and Sampled NetFlow
- Forwarding Engine Control Processor (FECP) provides hardware abstraction between QFP and management
- Enables independent datapath and management plane operation
Specifications
- Compatible Platform: Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers
- Forwarding Performance: Up to 5 Mpps
- Processor: Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP)
- Form Factor: Embedded module
- Weight: 0.45 kg
- Color: Silver
- Country of Origin: United Arab Emirates
Why buy from Procure.ae
Procure.ae is a trusted Cisco partner for institutional and enterprise buyers across the UAE and GCC, offering genuine Cisco ASR 1000 components, competitive pricing, and professional procurement support. Request a quote for the ASR1000-ESP5 and our team will assist with compatibility checks and bulk order logistics.
FAQ
What platforms is the ASR1000-ESP5 compatible with?
The ASR1000-ESP5 is designed for the Cisco ASR 1000 Series Aggregation Services Routers; confirm specific chassis compatibility with your Cisco account team before ordering.
What is the maximum forwarding rate?
The ESP5 supports up to 5 Mpps for combinations of commonly-used features including IPv4 forwarding, ACL, QoS, and Sampled NetFlow.
What processor does it use?
It uses the Cisco QuantumFlow Processor (QFP), which powers next-generation forwarding, queuing, and data-plane processing for the ASR 1000 platform.
Specifications
Brand
Cisco
Product Type
Embedded Services Processor
Storefront L1
Servers Networking
Storefront L2
networking
Storefront L3
Routers Firewalls
Weight (Spec)
0.45
Color (Spec)
Silver
Country of Origin
United Arab Emirates
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the role of the QuantumFlow Processor in ASR 1000 routers?
The Embedded Services Processor with QuantumFlow Processor handles all data-plane forwarding and traffic processing. Every packet passing through the ASR 1000 chassis flows through the ESP5, making it the performance foundation.
How does the ESP5 manage IPv4 forwarding, ACLs, QoS, and NetFlow simultaneously?
The QuantumFlow Processor executes all these functions in parallel without bottlenecks—forwarding decisions, security policies, traffic prioritization, and monitoring occur at line rate without degradation.
What is the maximum throughput the ASR1000-ESP5 supports?
The ESP5 delivers up to 5 Million Packets Per Second (Mpps) across all data-plane functions. Contact Procure.ae to confirm the specific throughput for your institutional traffic profile.
Can the ESP5 apply different policies to different types of traffic?
Yes, ACLs and QoS policies can be configured per flow, per application, or per user. This allows institutions to prioritize business-critical traffic while managing bandwidth for general access.
How does Sampled NetFlow on the ESP5 help monitor institutional networks?
NetFlow provides insight into traffic patterns and application behavior. Sampled NetFlow reduces processing overhead while maintaining visibility into top talkers and potential network issues.
Is the ESP5 a replaceable module or integrated into the router?
The ESP5 is a modular service processor that can be installed or upgraded in compatible ASR 1000 routers. Contact Procure.ae to confirm compatibility with your specific ASR model.
What lead time is typical for ESP module procurement and installation?
Procure.ae supplies ASR components to UAE and GCC institutions. Request a quote with your router model and timeline for a delivery estimate.
Does Procure.ae provide installation and configuration support for ESP upgrades?
Procure.ae manages institutional procurement and can discuss installation options and configuration support. When requesting your quote, detail your router configuration and support needs.
What is the ASR1000-ESP5 processor and its packet throughput capability?
The ESP5 is an Embedded Services Processor using the QuantumFlow Processor architecture. It handles data-plane forwarding, security policies, QoS, and monitoring at up to 5 Million Packets Per Second.
Which ASR 1000 Series routers are compatible with the ESP5 module?
Contact Procure.ae to confirm ESP5 compatibility with your specific ASR 1000 model and any firmware requirements for installation.
What warranty and technical support cover ESP modules?
Contact Procure.ae for warranty details, replacement procedures, mean time between failure metrics, and technical support available for ESP modules in the UAE and GCC institutional environment.
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