Cisco Systems 694 Introducing the Cisco Wide Area Virtualization Engine 594, Supported Products

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Introducing the Cisco Wide Area Virtualization Engine 594 and 694

This chapter provides a basic functional overview of the Cisco Wide Area Virtualization Engine 594 and

694(WAVE-594 and WAVE-694) appliance and describes the hardware, major components, and front and back panel indicators and controls.

This chapter contains the following sections:

Supported Products, page 1-1

Hardware Features, page 1-1

Connecting a Console Terminal, page 1-6

Supported Products

The WAVE-594 and WAVE-694 appliance supports Cisco Wide Area Application Services (WAAS) software version 4.4.1 and later releases.

Hardware Features

This section illustrates and describes the front and back panel controls, ports, and LED indicators on the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694. It contains the following topics:

Front Panel Components and LEDs, page 1-2

Back Panel Components and LEDs, page 1-4

Location of Ports and Connectors, page 1-5

Cisco Wide Area Virtualization Engine 594 and 694 Hardware Installation Guide

 

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Contents Cisco Systems, Inc Page N T E N T S Installing Hardware Options for the WAVE-594 and WAVE-6944-1 Humidity Altitude B-2 OL-24619-02 Preface PurposeAudience Convention Description OrganizationConventions Chapter Title DescriptionScreen examples use the following conventions OL-24619-02 Page Xii Xiii Related DocumentationObtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request Hardware Features Introducing the Cisco Wide Area Virtualization Engine 594Supported Products 1shows the front panel components Front Panel Components and LEDsColor State Description LED3shows the back panel components Back Panel Components and LEDsEthernet Port Connectors Location of Ports and ConnectorsConnecting a Console Terminal Installing the Cisco USB DriverCabling Softwareid=280836712 OL-24619-02 Safety Warnings and Cautions Preparing to Install the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694General Precautions, Safety GuidelinesPage General Precautions Understanding the Environmental Requirements System Reliability ConsiderationsProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Understanding the Grounding Requirements Understanding the Power RequirementsRack-Mounting Considerations, Parts, and Tools Installing the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694Name Description Qty Post Rack TypeAttaching the Brackets Mounting in a 4-Post RackAttaching Rear Rack Mount to the Rack Rack-Mounting the Chassis Front-Mounting in a 2-Post RackAttaching the Front Brackets Cabling Checking the LEDs Connecting Power and Booting the SystemRemoving or Replacing a Wave Appliance OL-24619-02 Installing a Cisco Wave Interface Module Installing Hardware Options for the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694Interface Module-Removal Replacing a Hard Disk Drive/Solid State DrivePress the button and swing the handle out. See Figure Replacing a Fan Remove the power cord from the power supply Replacing a Power SupplyRemoving the Cover Installing Memory5shows the memory slot mapping on the system board Installing Memory ModulesMemory Slot Mapping Slot A3 Slot A2 Slot A1 Slot B3 Slot B2 Slot B1Installing an Rdimm OL-24619-02 Wave Interface Modules Interface Module DescriptionsGigabit Ethernet Interface Module-Copper Gigabit Ethernet Interface Module-4-Port Copper Gigabit Ethernet Interface Module-Fiber OpticGigabit Ethernet Interface Module-4-Port Fiber Optic Gigabit Ethernet Interface Module-Fiber Optic SFP+Inline Interface Name Color State Description Ports and LED Indicators2describes the Gigabit Ethernet port LEDs LEDs Network Adapter Cabling Requirements Gigabit Ethernet-CopperConnection Required Cable Cable Requirements for Wave Connections Using Fast Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet-Fiber Optic Wave WAN 12 Cabling Between Two Inline WAVEs OL-24619-02 OL-24619-02 Identifying System Problems Troubleshooting the System HardwareTroubleshooting the Ethernet Controller Checking Connections and SwitchesEthernet Controller Troubleshooting Chart Network Connection ProblemsEthernet Controller Problem Actions Undetermined ProblemsProblem-Solving Tips Symptom Cause and Action Error SymptomsSee the Undetermined Problems section on Console Port Connector section on Symptom FRU or ActionWAVE-594 and WAVE-694 Hardware Specifications Appliance SpecificationsSpecification Description Specification Description Cisco 10GBASE SFP+ Modules Interface Module SpecificationsSpecification Description Maintaining Your Site Environment Maintaining the WAVE-594 and WAVE-694Temperature HumidityAltitude Dust and Particles CorrosionElectrostatic Discharge Electromagnetic and Radio Frequency Interference MagnetismShock and Vibration Power Source Interruptions Using Power Protection DevicesUninterruptible Power Supplies Surge ProtectorsLine Conditioners D E IN-2 IN-3 IN-4
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694, WAVE594K9 specifications

Cisco Systems WAVE594K9 is a state-of-the-art application delivery controller (ADC) that is designed to optimize the performance and availability of applications across a wide area network. As part of Cisco’s advanced networking solutions, the WAVE594K9 effectively enhances application delivery, ensuring a seamless user experience even under heavy traffic conditions.

One of the primary features of the WAVE594K9 is its ability to provide comprehensive traffic management. This device intelligently load balances incoming requests and distributes them across multiple servers. By optimizing resource allocation, it minimizes response times and maximizes throughput, which is particularly beneficial for organizations dealing with fluctuating traffic patterns.

The WAVE594K9 also excels in application acceleration. This is achieved through various optimization techniques, including compression and caching. By reducing the size of transmitted data and storing frequently accessed content closer to users, the WAVE594K9 significantly speeds up application delivery. As a result, businesses can ensure that their users experience minimal latency, even when accessing resource-intensive applications.

Security is another key characteristic of the WAVE594K9. It integrates advanced security features, such as application layer firewalls, SSL offload capabilities, and DDoS protection. These built-in security measures not only safeguard sensitive data but also improve performance by offloading decryption tasks from application servers, allowing them to focus on processing actual requests.

Moreover, the WAVE594K9 is equipped with robust monitoring and reporting tools. Administrators can gain real-time insights into application performance, user activity, and traffic patterns. This level of visibility enables proactive management and troubleshooting, which helps in identifying and resolving potential issues before they impact end-users.

In terms of scalability, the WAVE594K9 is designed to grow with an organization’s needs. It can easily be integrated into existing IT infrastructures and expanded as traffic demands increase. This flexibility makes it an ideal solution for businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to large corporations.

To summarize, the Cisco Systems WAVE594K9 is a powerful ADC that enhances application delivery through intelligent traffic management, application acceleration, built-in security features, and comprehensive monitoring tools. Its ability to scale effectively makes it a strategic investment for ensuring optimal application performance in today’s dynamic IT environments.