Overview
This Cisco NCS-5502-SE is designed to deliver scalable and high-performance routing solutions for service provider and large-scale enterprise networks. It provides flexibility in both hardware and software, supporting high-density connectivity with robust performance and security features.
Specifications
- Chassis and Physical Specifications
- Form Factor: 2RU (Rack Unit) fixed chassis
- Dimensions: Height: 3.48 inches (88.4 mm), Width: 17.5 inches (445 mm), Depth: 22.3 inches (565 mm)
- Weight: Approximately 22.8 lbs (10.34 kg)
- Airflow: Front-to-back
- Mounting: Rack-mountable
- Port Configuration
- Fixed Ports:
- 48 x 100G QSFP28 ports
- Each port supports 100G, 40G, or 10G speeds, with breakout cables enabling 4x10G configurations
- Management Ports:
- 1 x RJ-45 console port
- 1 x USB Type-A port
- 1 x USB Type-B port
- Performance and Capacity
- Forwarding Capacity: Up to 1.2 Tbps
- Packet Processing Rate: Up to 720 million packets per second (MPPS)
- MAC Address Table Size: Up to 1 million entries
- Buffer Memory: 16 GB DRAM
- Redundancy and Power
- Power Supplies:
- Supports dual redundant AC or DC power supplies (1+1 configuration)
- Typical power consumption: 320W
- Cooling: Redundant fan trays for high availability
- Software and Management
- Operating System: Cisco IOS XR Software (64-bit)
- Features:
- Advanced telemetry and monitoring capabilities
- Programmable network management
- Application hosting support
- Licensing:
- Flexible consumption model with perpetual and subscription-based licenses
- Licenses available for Layer 2/3 VPNs, core and aggregation services, and bandwidth enablement
- Environmental Specifications
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
- Operating Humidity: 5% to 90% non-condensing
- Storage Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing