Cisco ASR1001X-AES-AX ASR1001X-AES-AX License

Overview
The Cisco ASR1001X-AES-AX License unlocks advanced encryption capabilities on the ASR1001-X router platform. Designed for high-performance edge and aggregation deployments, this license enables robust AES encryption for data in motion, ensuring compliance with stringent security policies while maintaining the high throughput that modern networks demand.

Key Features

• Supports AES-128, AES-192 and AES-256 encryption algorithms for flexible security levels
• Hardware-accelerated encryption to minimize latency and maximize throughput
• Seamless integration with Cisco IOS XE and Cisco Secure Services
• Scalable licensing model that can be activated on a per-router basis
• Full compatibility with existing Cisco security frameworks such as MACsec and IPsec

Technical Specifications

• License Type: Feature based, perpetual
• Supported Router Model: Cisco ASR1001-X
• Encryption Throughput: Up to 10 Gbps with AES-256
• Supported Cipher Suites: AES-CBC, AES-GCM, AES-CCM
• Software Requirement: Cisco IOS XE 16.9 or later
• Activation Method: License Manager via CLI or Cisco Smart Licensing portal

Applications

• Enterprise edge routers requiring high-speed encrypted traffic for branch office connectivity
• Service provider aggregation points that need to protect customer data across shared infrastructure
• Data center interconnects where low-latency encryption is critical for compliance and privacy
• Secure VPN gateways that demand strong encryption without sacrificing performance
• Any deployment that must meet regulatory standards such as PCI DSS, HIPAA or GDPR

By adding the ASR1001X-AES-AX License, organizations gain the confidence that their most sensitive data is protected by industry-leading encryption, while preserving the speed and reliability of Cisco's ASR1001-X routing platform.