Huawei NetEngine5000E CR5P5KBASD6A Cluster Core Router

Product Description

The Huawei NetEngine5000E CR5P5KBASD6A is a cluster router base configuration unit designed for the NetEngine5000E-X16A 400G DC platform. This product is supplied as a multi-chassis package of 12 units, intended for deployment in large-scale service provider and enterprise core networks requiring high-capacity routing. The unit delivers non-blocking switching fabric performance with support for multi-chassis system expansion.

Technical Specifications

• Product Code: CR5P5KBASD6A
• Chassis Type: NetEngine5000E-X16A, 400G DC
• System Capacity: Up to 819 Tbit/s across 64 chassis (400G)
• Per-Chassis Throughput: 15 Tbit/s (480G)
• Slot Configuration: 16 slots per chassis
• Switching Fabric: Non-blocking, multi-chassis supported
• Packaging: 12 units per package

Design Features

• Cluster-capable architecture supporting multi-chassis system scaling
• Non-blocking switching fabric design for consistent line-rate forwarding
• 400G DC power configuration for high-density routing environments
• Modular slot layout enabling flexible line card deployment
• Base configuration optimized for the NetEngine5000E-X16A platform
• Factory-packaged in 12-unit lots for streamlined procurement

Application Area

This router is deployed in core and backbone layers of large enterprise networks, internet service provider infrastructures, and data center interconnect environments where multi-terabit switching capacity is required. The multi-chassis support allows operators to scale system capacity up to 64 chassis, accommodating continuous bandwidth growth. Typical use cases include high-capacity IP/MPLS core routing, inter-data-center traffic aggregation, and large-scale campus backbone consolidation.