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Cisco 4X10GE / 16X1G Combo Linecard, Packet Transport Optimized
Step into a new era of scalable bandwidth with the Cisco 4X10GE / 16X1G Combo Linecard, a Packet Transport Optimized module designed for the Cisco ASR 9000 Series. This high-density card is purpose-built to alleviate bottlenecks caused by surging video-on-demand, IPTV, point-to-point video, Internet video, and cloud services traffic. By combining 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports with 16 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet ports on a single plug-in, it delivers flexible, future-ready performance for service providers and large enterprises alike. Whether you’re growing a next-generation metro network, expanding backbone capacity, or delivering high-quality multimedia services, this linecard enables rapid service deployment without compromising reliability, latency, or control. Optimized for packet transport, it helps ensure consistent, predictable performance across diverse workloads, enabling you to meet service-level agreements with confidence.
- High-density port mix on a single card: 4 x 10 GbE interfaces paired with 16 x 1 GbE interfaces provide both high-speed uplinks and extensive access port capacity, enabling flexible deployment models and simplified cabling in dense networks.
- Packet Transport Optimization for media-rich traffic: Engineered to minimize latency and maximize throughput for VoD, IPTV, and cloud services, while preserving QoS guarantees for critical applications and real-time communications.
- Aggregate throughput up to 56 Gbps: The combination of 40 Gbps from the 4 x 10 GbE ports and 16 Gbps from the 16 x 1 GbE ports delivers substantial non-blocking capacity, unlocking seamless service delivery even under bursty traffic patterns.
- Flexible deployment within Cisco ASR 9000 Series: Designed for plug-in installation in compatible chassis, offering scalable growth as your network expands and traffic profiles evolve over time.
- Managed with Cisco IOS XR and telemetry: Integrated management and monitoring capabilities provide end-to-end visibility, advanced QoS, MPLS, VPN, and multicast support to drive reliable service delivery and operational efficiency.
Technical Details of Cisco 4X10GE / 16X1G Combo Linecard, Packet Transport Optimized
- Port configuration: 4 x 10-Gigabit Ethernet interfaces (SFP+), 16 x 1-Gigabit Ethernet interfaces (RJ-45 or SFP, depending on model variant).
- Aggregate capacity: Up to 56 Gbps of line-rate throughput when all ports are active, with optimized performance for mixed 10G and 1G traffic.
- Form factor: Cisco ASR 9000 Series line card module designed for hot-swappable insertion into supported chassis slots.
- Software compatibility: Operates with Cisco IOS XR software for familiar configuration, policy enforcement, and telemetry. Supports QoS, MPLS, IPv6, IP multicast, and VPN features.
- Traffic handling: Optimized packet transport path and buffering strategies to sustain quality-of-service guarantees for video, voice, and data services under high load.
- Redundancy and reliability: Built to integrate with the high-availability architecture of the ASR 9000 family, enabling resilient service delivery and streamlined maintenance.
how to install Cisco 4X10GE / 16X1G Combo Linecard, Packet Transport Optimized
Step 1: Prepare the chassis - Power down the chassis or place it into a controlled maintenance window as per your network change management policy. Verify that you have the correct slot availability for a hot-swappable line card and that all rack-mount connections are secure.
Step 2: Insert the linecard - Remove the corresponding blank panel and slide the Cisco 4X10GE / 16X1G Combo Linecard into the designated slot. Ensure the card seats firmly and that any locking mechanism is fastened. Confirm that the chassis backplane recognizes the module via the management console.
Step 3: Connect interfaces - Attach the 4 x 10 GbE uplinks and 16 x 1 GbE ports to your network fabric according to your design. Use appropriate optical or copper cabling, and route any required service channels, VLANs, or IP addresses as defined by your network plan.
Step 4: Power up and verify - Restore power (if you powered down) and boot the system. Access the Cisco IOS XR management interface and verify that the linecard is online, ports are up, and baseline health checks pass. Run basic connectivity tests across the 10G and 1G interfaces to confirm reachability, latency, and throughput.
Step 5: Configure policies and services - Apply QoS policies, MPLS labels, multicast groups, and VPN configurations as required. Validate traffic flows with real-time monitoring, ensuring VoD, IPTV, and cloud services meet your service-level expectations.
Frequently asked questions
Q: What problem does the Cisco 4X10GE / 16X1G Combo Linecard solve?
A: It addresses bandwidth bottlenecks in media-heavy networks by delivering a dense mix of 10G and 1G interfaces in one module, enabling scalable service delivery and improved overall network performance for VoD, IPTV, and cloud traffic.
Q: How does the Packet Transport Optimized design benefit my network?
A: It reduces end-to-end latency and improves predictability for time-sensitive traffic, while maintaining robust QoS, enabling operators to meet strict SLAs for multimedia services and mission-critical applications.
Q: Is this linecard compatible with the Cisco ASR 9000 Series?
A: Yes. It is designed to plug into supported Cisco ASR 9000 chassis and work in concert with IOS XR software to deliver advanced routing, policy control, and telemetry features.
Q: Can I deploy both 10G and 1G services on the same card?
A: Absolutely. The 4 x 10G and 16 x 1G ports provide flexible deployment options, supporting high-speed uplinks alongside extensive access-port connectivity for enterprise and service-provider networks.
Q: What management capabilities accompany this linecard?
A: The card leverages Cisco IOS XR for configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting, with built-in telemetry, robust QoS, MPLS, IPv6, multicast, VPN support, and policy-based routing to drive efficient network operations.
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