Huawei NE20E-S16A Universal Service Router CR2M16BASA13

What It Is

The Huawei CR2M16BASA13 is a universal service router from the NetEngine20E-S series, specifically the NE20E-S16A model. It is designed for enterprise and service provider edge deployments, offering a high-capacity routing platform in a compact chassis. This base AC configuration provides the core hardware foundation for modular network expansion.

Technical Details

• Product Code: CR2M16BASA13
• Model: NE20E-S16A
• Switching Capacity: 480 Gbps
• Data Forwarding Rate: 360 Mbit/s
• Fixed Ports: None (all interfaces via plug-in cards)
• Slot Configuration: 2 MPU slots, 2 line card slots per row, 16 total interface card slots
• Power Supply Type: AC power modules

Configuration & Options

• Included Components: NE20E-S16A chassis, 2× MPUE1 main processing units, 2× AC power modules, and power cords
• Software and Documentation: Not included in the base configuration; must be ordered separately
• Interface Cards: All network ports are provided through optional line cards installed in the 16 available slots
• Power Redundancy: Dual AC power modules support 1+1 redundancy for operational continuity

Operating Conditions

The NE20E-S16A is intended for deployment in carrier-grade environments, including ISP central offices and large enterprise data centers. It operates as a service edge or aggregation router, supporting high-throughput routing in temperature-controlled facilities. The AC power configuration makes it suitable for facilities without DC power infrastructure. Its modular slot architecture allows scalable interface expansion to match evolving network demands.