Solved: Can I configure an ASA 5510 to accept frame-relay?

jimmyc_2 · ‎10-10-2014

I'm replacing an old router that is an endpoint for a frame-relay connection. Can I use an ASA? if so what are the interface commands for the DLCI and encapsulation?

Marvin Rhoads · ‎10-10-2014

No, an ASA cannot terminate Frame Relay. That will have to be done on an upstream router.

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Marvin Rhoads · ‎10-10-2014

It depends in where you are in the world. I don't think you can order a new frame relay circuit in most parts of the USA. Every provider handoff I've seen ordered in the past five years (Norhtern Virginia and Metro Washington DC area) has either been an Ethernet (optical or copper) or in some cases dark fiber for inter-data center.

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Marvin Rhoads · ‎10-10-2014

No, an ASA cannot terminate Frame Relay. That will have to be done on an upstream router.

jimmyc_2 · ‎10-10-2014

Thank you Marvin.

How long do you think it will take for F/R to be supplanted by carrier ethernet?

Marvin Rhoads · ‎10-10-2014

It depends in where you are in the world. I don't think you can order a new frame relay circuit in most parts of the USA. Every provider handoff I've seen ordered in the past five years (Norhtern Virginia and Metro Washington DC area) has either been an Ethernet (optical or copper) or in some cases dark fiber for inter-data center.