Chapter 1 Cisco 7200 VXR Product Overview

Field-Replaceable Units

or not an I/O controller is in the system with the NPE-G1 or NPE-G2. The SLOT ACTIVE LED is on if there is a CompactFlash Disk in the NPE-G1. The CF ACTV LED is on if there is a CompactFlash Disk in the NPE-G2.

Caution To prevent system errors and problems, use the CPU reset button only at the direction of your service representative.

Table 1-24lists LEDs common to all models of I/O controllers and describes their functions. Table 1-25lists LEDs on the NPE-G2. Figure 1-21lists the LEDs on the NPE-G1.

Note LEDs are either on or off. The LED state (on or off), not the color, determines the status of connection. However, most LEDs are green when on, with the exception of the IO POWER OK LED, which is amber when in the on state. However, with the introduction of the NPE-G2, flashing LEDs are also indicative of activity.

Table 1-24

I/O Controller LEDs

 

 

 

LED

Color

Function

 

 

 

ENABLED

Green

Indicates that the network processing engine or network services engine

 

 

and the I/O controller are enabled for operation by the system; however, it

 

 

does not mean that the Fast Ethernet port on the I/O controller is functional

 

 

or enabled. This LED goes on during a successful router boot and remains

 

 

on during normal operation of the router.

 

 

 

IO POWER

Amber

Indicates that the I/O controller is on and receiving DC power from the

OK

 

router midplane. This LED comes on during a successful router boot and

 

 

remains on during normal operation of the router.

 

 

 

Slot 0

Green

These LEDs indicate which PC Card slot is in use by coming on when

Slot 1

 

either slot is being accessed by the system. These LEDs remain off during

 

normal operation of the router.

 

 

 

 

 

NPE-G2 LEDs

 

 

Table 1-25

NPE-G2 LEDs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LED Label

 

LED

Color

Status in the Power Up State

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LINK ACTV

 

RJ-45 and SFP

Solid green

Link with no activity.

 

 

(Interfaces 0/1, 0/2,

ports

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flashing green

Link with activity.

0/3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

No link.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EN (Enable)

 

RJ-45 ports only

Solid green

RJ-45 port is selected.

 

 

(Interfaces 0/1, 0/2,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

SFP port is selected.

0/3)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FE LINK

 

Fast Ethernet

Solid green

Link with no activity.

 

 

 

 

Management port

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flashing green

Link with activity.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Off

No link.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cisco 7200 VXR Installation and Configuration Guide

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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7200 VXR specifications

The Cisco Systems 7200 VXR Series is a robust and highly scalable modular router designed to meet the demands of service providers and enterprises seeking high-performance solutions for their network infrastructures. Launched as part of the Cisco 7200 series, the VXR (Virtual Extensible Routing) variant enhances capabilities while providing effective support for a wide range of applications, including Internet Protocol (IP) routing, Voice over IP (VoIP), and Virtual Private Network (VPN) configurations.

At the core of the 7200 VXR is its modular design, which enables network administrators to customize the router according to their specific needs. The router supports a variety of interface cards, processing engines, and power supply options, ensuring flexibility for diverse network environments. This modularity facilitates easy upgrades and expansions, making it ideal for growing enterprises and service providers looking to future-proof their networks.

One of the standout features of the Cisco 7200 VXR is its impressive routing performance. It can handle a high level of traffic with low latency, which is critical for bandwidth-intensive applications. The router supports a wide array of routing protocols, including Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and Integrated Intermediate System-to-Intermediate System (IS-IS), providing versatility for various network topologies.

The 7200 VXR also incorporates advanced features for enhanced security and reliability. With support for IPsec VPNs, it enables secure data transmission across untrusted networks. The router also includes features like Quality of Service (QoS) for prioritizing network traffic, ensuring critical applications receive the bandwidth they require even during peak loads.

In terms of scalability, the Cisco 7200 VXR can support hundreds of thousands of routes and MAC addresses, making it suitable for large metropolitan area networks (MANs) as well as enterprise backbone applications. It also provides the capability to support IPv4 and IPv6 networks, preparing organizations for a transition to next-generation internet protocols.

Additional characteristics of the Cisco 7200 VXR include enhanced manageability through the Cisco IOS software, which offers a comprehensive command-line interface and support for network management protocols. The router is also energy-efficient, with options for redundant power supplies that ensure continuous availability and minimal downtime in mission-critical applications.

Overall, the Cisco Systems 7200 VXR represents a powerful solution that combines performance, scalability, and security, making it an excellent choice for organizations looking to enhance their network capabilities in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
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