Cisco ASR 1000 Series Embedded Services Processor ASR1000-ESP5 Overview
Cisco ASR 1000 Series Embedded Services Processor ASR1000-ESP5 is a genuine modular capacity expansion product from Cisco, a global name in networking whose platforms are used by enterprises, service providers and data-center operators alike. Belonging to the Cisco ASR 1000 Series family, the ASR1000-ESP5 unit is built to the original factory specification, so it integrates with existing Cisco deployments predictably and behaves exactly as the platform documentation describes. In the network, it is deployed as a standalone unit or as part of a larger managed network, following the standard operating procedures of the platform.
This unit follows the original factory specification for the Cisco ASR 1000 Series family, covering its intended role without compatibility surprises. Standard mounting, cabling and management practices apply, and it interoperates with surrounding hardware using the same procedures as other Cisco equipment already deployed in the network.
Typical deployments include adding ports and performance to existing chassis systems, modernizing legacy platforms with compatible line cards, and mixing copper, fiber and high-speed uplinks in one chassis. Organizations commonly source it for refresh programs, capacity expansion and spares management, keeping a tested unit on hand so outages stay short and replacements are predictable. The factory detail for this unit reads: “Cisco ASR1000-ESP5 ASR1K Embedded Services Processor, 5Gbps, ASR1002 only”. This makes it a practical choice when original-spec hardware is required at a predictable cost.
Every unit at LinkNewNet is inspected and tested before dispatch, and stock is graded, cleaned and verified for correct operation, including port status, console access and firmware state. Our warranty coverage and responsive technical support protect the purchase after it arrives, and our team can confirm revision levels and software compatibility before you order. For volume requirements we also offer configuration checks and staged delivery options.
Contact our sales team for current availability, lead time and shipping options for the ASR1000-ESP5. We respond quickly with stock status and a firm quote, so you can plan the refresh or expansion with confidence.
Key Specifications
Applications
Enterprise WAN
Branch and campus routing with advanced services.
Service Provider
Edge routing for ISP and MPLS deployments.
Data Center
Interconnect core and aggregation layers reliably.
Buying a Pre-Owned ASR1000-ESP5
Verify the unit is tested, firmware confirmed, and condition documented. Every unit is fully tested and warranty covered. Contact our team for current stock and availability.
| ASR1000-ESP40 | |
| Product list | |
| Product code | ASR1000-ESP5 |
| Product parameters | |
| Product Type | Control processor |
| Application | Data Networking |
| RAM | 2 GB |
| Form Factor | Plug-in module |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Remote Management Protocol | SNMP, Telnet |
| Performance | Bandwidth: 5 Gbps |
| Capacity | IPv4 routes: 100000 ! IPv6 routes: 250000 |ACL rules: 4000 ! IPSec VPN tunnels: 5000 | NAT entries: 250000 |
| Status Indicators | Power, active, standby, status |
| Features | Firewall protection, NAT support, IPv6 support, Quality of Service (QoS) |
| Compatible Slots | 1 x expansion slot |
| Compliant Standards | CISPR 24, EN 60950, VCCI Class A ITE, IEC 60950, EN55024, EN55022 Class A, UL 60950, CISPR 22, EN50082-1, CSA 22.2 No. 60950, EN 61000-4-2, EN 61000-4-6, EN 50082-2, EN 61000-4-11, EN300-386, AS/NZS 3548:1995 |
| Physical specifications | |
| Width | 16.9 in |
| Height | 0.9 in |
| Depth | 14.2 in |
| Environmental Parameters | |
| Min Operating Temperature | 41 °F |
| Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
| Humidity Range Operating | 5 - 85% |







