Chapter 1 Cisco 7200 VXR Product Overview

Field-Replaceable Units

Figure 1-13

NPE-150

1

2

3

7

8

 

 

9

U12

 

10

 

U4

 

U25

11

 

U18

 

NETWORK PROCESSING ENGINE-150

66424

 

4

5

6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

System controller

 

 

7

Midplane connectors

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

R4700 microprocessor

 

 

8

Temperature sensor

 

 

 

 

3

1-MB SRAM (U700 through U703, U800

9

DRAM SIMMs

 

through U803)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

Captive installation screw

 

 

10

Bank 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

Handle

 

 

11

Bank 0

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

Temperature sensor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table 1-18lists the NPE-150 memory specifications, and Table 1-19lists memory configurations.

Table 1-18

NPE-150 Memory Specifications

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Memory Type

 

Size

 

Quantity

 

Description

Location1

DRAM

 

32 to 128 MB

 

2 to 4

 

16- or 32-MB SIMMs (based

Bank 0: U18 and

 

 

 

 

 

 

on maximum DRAM

U25

 

 

 

 

 

 

required)

Bank 1: U4 and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SRAM

 

1 MB

 

8

 

8 chips, each being 128K

U700 through

 

 

 

 

 

 

words x 9 bits wide

U703

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U800 through

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U803

 

 

 

 

 

 

Boot ROM

 

The NPE-150 uses the boot ROM present on the I/O controller.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Primary cache

 

 

R4700 processor, internal

U201

 

 

 

 

 

 

cache

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Secondary cache

512 KB

 

4

 

R4700 processor, unified

U2, U10, U14,

 

 

 

 

 

 

external cache

and U26

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1. Location on processing engine board. See Figure 1-13.

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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.