Huawei NE40E-X8A Router (CR5B0BKP0871) for Service Provider Networks

What It Is

The Huawei NetEngine NE40E-X8A (MPN: CR5B0BKP0871) is a high-capacity universal service router from the NetEngine 40E series, designed for carrier-grade IP/MPLS backbone and metro aggregation networks. It is a modular chassis-based system built on the Huawei VRP platform, supporting advanced routing, VPN, and quality-of-service features for service provider and large enterprise deployments.

Technical Details

• Chassis: NE40E-X8 with 2 slots for MPU, 1 slot for SFU, and 8 slots for LPU
• Redundancy: 1+1 backup for SRU (main processing units), 2+1 backup for SFU (switch fabric units)
• Switching capacity: up to 7.08 Tbit/s
• Forwarding rate: 2880 Mbit/s
• Interface types: 100GE/40GE, 10G-LAN/WAN, GE/FE, OC-192c/STM-64c POS, OC-48c/STM-16c POS, OC-12c/STM-4c POS, OC-3c/STM-1c POS, channelized STM-4, channelized OC-3/STM-1, OC-3c/STM-1c ATM, OC-12c/STM-4c ATM, E3/CT3, CE1/CT1, E1/T1
• Protocol support: IPv4/IPv6, MPLS, QoS, multicast, security, VPN, and additional services
• Design features: ultra-large-capacity line cards, energy-saving design, IPv6-compatible solutions, advanced Metro Ethernet capabilities, enhanced user management functions

Configuration & Options

• Base configuration includes: NE40E-X8 chassis, 2 × SRU, 1 × SFU, 4 × AC power supply units
• Line cards (LPUs) are to be selected separately based on required interface types and port densities
• Power supply options: AC units included in base config; DC variants may be available per deployment needs
• Additional SFU modules can be added to achieve 2+1 redundancy, as specified
• Interface modules support mix of POS, ATM, channelized, and Ethernet port types for flexible service provisioning

Operating Conditions

This router is intended for installation in telecommunication central offices, data centers, or controlled equipment rooms with proper cooling and power infrastructure. It is suited for long-term 24/7 operation in IP/MPLS backbone networks, metro aggregation points, and large enterprise core environments requiring high availability and service redundancy. The chassis supports hot-swappable modules, allowing in-service upgrades and maintenance without disrupting traffic.