Chapter 2 Cards Specifications

2.1 Card Overview

•Multiplexer and demultiplexer cards multiplex and demultiplex DWDM optical channels. The cards consist of three main modules: an optical plug-in, a microprocessor, and a DC/DC converter. ONS 15454 multiplexer and demultiplexer cards include the 32-Channel Multiplexer (32MUX-O), the 32-Channel Demultiplexer (32DMX-O), the single-slot 32-Channel Demultiplexer (32DMX), and the 4-Channel Multiplexer/Demultiplexer (4MD-xx.x).

•Optical Add/Drop Multiplexer (OADM) cards are mainly divided into three groups: band OADM cards, channel OADM cards, and wavelength selective switch (WSS) cards. Band OADM cards add and drop one or four bands of adjacent channels; they include the 4-Band OADM (AD-4B-xx.x) and the 1-Band OADM (AD-1B-xx.x). Channel OADM cards add and drop one, two, or four adjacent channels; they include the 4-Channel OADM (AD-4C-xx.x), the 2-Channel OADM (AD-2C-xx.x) and the 1-Channel OADM (AD-1C-xx.x). The 32-Channel Wavelength Selective Switch (32WSS) card is used with the 32DMX to implement reconfigurable OADM (ROADM) functionality. These cards consist of three main modules: an optical plug-in, a microprocessor, and a DC/DC converter.

Table 2-1to Table 2-4show the band IDs and the add/drop channel IDs for the 4MD-xx.x, AD-2C-xx.x, AD-4C-xx.x, and AD-4B-xx.x cards.

Table 2-1

4MD-xx.x Channel Sets

 

 

 

 

 

Band IDs

 

Add/Drop Channel IDs

Add/Drop Wavelengths (nm)

 

 

 

 

Band 30.3 (A)

 

30.3, 31.2, 31.9, 32.6

1530.33, 1531.12, 1531.90,

 

 

 

1532.68

 

 

 

 

Band 34.2 (B)

 

34.2, 35.0, 35.8, 36.6

1534.25, 1535.04, 1535.82,

 

 

 

1536.61

 

 

 

 

Band 38.1 (C)

 

38.1, 38.9, 39.7, 40.5

1538.19, 1538.98, 1539.77,

 

 

 

1540.56

 

 

 

 

Band 42.1 (D)

 

42.1, 42.9, 43.7, 44.5

1542.14, 1542.94, 1543.73,

 

 

 

1544.53

 

 

 

 

Band 46.1 (E)

 

46.1, 46.9, 47.7, 48.5

1546.12, 1546.92, 1547.72,

 

 

 

1548.51

 

 

 

 

Band 50.1 (F)

 

50.1, 50.9, 51.7, 52.5

1550.12, 1550.92, 1551.72,

 

 

 

1552.52

 

 

 

 

Band 54.1 (G)

 

54.1, 54.9, 55.7, 56.5

1554.13, 1554.94, 1555.75,

 

 

 

1556.55

 

 

 

 

Band 58.1 (H)

 

58.1, 58.9, 59.7, 60.6

1558.17, 1558.98, 1559.79,

 

 

 

1560.61

 

 

 

 

Table 2-2

AD-2C-xx.x Channel Pairs

 

 

 

 

 

Band IDs

 

Add/Drop Channel IDs

Add/Drop Wavelengths (nm)

 

 

 

 

Band 30.3 (A)

 

30.3, 31.2 and 31.9, 32.6

1530.33, 1531.12 and 1531.90,

 

 

 

1532.68

 

 

 

 

Band 34.2 (B)

 

34.2, 35.0, and 35.8, 36.6

1534.25, 1535.04 and 1535.82,

 

 

 

1536.61

 

 

 

 

Band 38.1 (C)

 

38.1, 38.9 and 39.7, 40.5

1538.19, 1538.98 and 1539.77,

 

 

 

1540.56

 

 

 

 

Cisco ONS 15454 DWDM Engineering and Planning Guide, Release 7.x

2-2

July 2006

 

 

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15454 specifications

Cisco Systems' 15454 is a leading optical networking platform designed to address a range of connectivity needs for service providers, enterprises, and data centers. As part of the Cisco ONS (Optical Networking System) portfolio, the 15454 provides advanced capabilities that cater to the evolving demands of high-performance network requirements.

At its core, the Cisco 15454 is built for scalability and versatility. It supports a variety of transmission methods, including SONET (Synchronous Optical Networking), SDH (Synchronous Digital Hierarchy), and WDM (Wavelength Division Multiplexing). This flexibility makes the platform ideal for deploying both legacy services and next-generation applications.

One of the standout features of the 15454 is its ability to support high-capacity wavelengths, allowing for greater bandwidth utilization across fiber networks. With advanced Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology, the platform ensures efficient use of the available fiber and extends the distance over which data can be transmitted. This results in reduced operational costs while maximizing throughput.

The Cisco 15454 also comes equipped with an array of interfaces supported by its modular design. The platform can accommodate Ethernet, SONET/SDH, and IP services, which means it can seamlessly handle a wide range of protocols. The modular architecture allows network operators to tailor the system to their specific requirements, offering a variety of line cards and interfaces to choose from.

Another critical characteristic of the 15454 is its built-in protection mechanisms. The system offers diverse and automatic protection schemes such as optical Layer 1 protection, ensuring high availability and network resilience. This capability is essential for mission-critical applications where uptime is paramount.

Moreover, the platform is complemented by Cisco's sophisticated management solutions, which streamline the operational management of the network. With tools that provide in-depth monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities, network administrators can maintain optimal performance and quickly respond to any issues that may arise.

In summary, the Cisco Systems 15454 is a robust and adaptable optical networking solution. Its main features, including advanced DWDM capabilities, modular architecture, protocol versatility, and enhanced protection mechanisms, make it a preferred choice for organizations looking to scale their network infrastructure while ensuring high service reliability and performance. Whether for expanding bandwidth or modernizing legacy networks, the Cisco 15454 stands out as a powerful tool in the ever-evolving landscape of telecommunications.
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