Displaying Sonet Alarms

Chapter 2 CTC Operations on the ML-Series Card

Displaying SONET Alarms

The Provisioning > POS Ports tab displays the following information:

•Port #—Fixed number identifier for the specific port.

•Port Name—Configurable 12-character alphanumeric identifier for the port.

•Admin State—Configured administrative port state, which is active or inactive. Possible values are UP and DOWN. For the UP value to appear, a POS port must be both administratively active and have a SONET/SDH circuit provisioned.

•PSAS—A check indicates alarm suppression is set on the port for the time designated in the Soak Time column.

•Soak Time—Desired soak time in hours and minutes. Use this column when you have checked PSAS to suppress alarms. Once the port detects a signal, the countdown begins for the designated soak time. Soak time hours can be set from 0 to 48. Soak time minutes can be set from 0 to 45 in 15 minute increments.

•MTU—The maximum transfer unit, which is the largest acceptable packet size for that port. This value cannot be configured on the Cisco ONS 15310-CL and the Cisco ONS 15310-MA ML-Series card.

•Link State—Status between signaling points at the port and an attached device. Possible values are UP and DOWN.

•Framing Type- HDLC or frame-mapped generic framing procedure (GFP-F) framing type shows the POS framing mechanism being employed on the port

To view SONET alarms on the ML-Series card, click the Alarms tab.

CTC manages the ML-Series card SONET alarm behavior in the same manner as it manages alarm behavior for other Cisco ONS 15310-CL and the Cisco ONS 15310-MA SONET traffic. Click the Provisioning > Alarm Profiles tabs for the Ethernet and POS port alarm profile information. Refer to the Cisco ONS 15454 Troubleshooting Guide for detailed information.

Displaying J1 Path Trace

The J1 Path Trace is a repeated, fixed-length string comprised of 64 consecutive J1 bytes. You can use the string to monitor interruptions or changes to SONET circuit traffic. Click the Maintenance > Path Trace tabs for the J1 Path Trace information.

For information on J1 Path Trace, refer to the Cisco ONS 15454 Troubleshooting Guide.

Provisioning SONET Circuits

CTC provisions and edits STS level circuits for the two POS ports of the ML-Series card in the same manner as it provisions other Cisco ONS 15310-CL and Cisco ONS 15310-MA SONET OC-N cards. The ONS 15310-CL ML-Series card supports both contiguous concatenation (CCAT) and virtual concatenation (VCAT) circuits. Refer to the “Create Circuits” chapter of the Cisco ONS 15454 Procedure Guide to create SONET STS circuits.

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ONS 15310-CL, ONS 15310-MA, Cisco ONS 15310-MA specifications

Cisco Systems has long been a leader in networking and telecommunications technology, and among its impressive lineup of products, the Cisco ONS 15310 series stands out as an essential solution for optical networking. This series includes models such as the ONS 15310-MA, ONS 15310-CL, and ONS 15310-CA, each designed to meet the diverse needs of service providers and enterprises seeking to enhance their optical transport networks.

The Cisco ONS 15310-MA is an advanced multi-service platform designed for metropolitan area networks. It facilitates the seamless transport of data, voice, and video over optical networks. One of its main features is its ability to support a variety of interfaces, including Ethernet, SONET/SDH, and Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM), allowing users to integrate multiple services into a single platform. Additionally, the ONS 15310-MA supports advanced traffic management and Quality of Service (QoS) features to prioritize critical applications and ensure consistent performance.

The ONS 15310-CL variant is tailored for more specific applications, providing enhanced capabilities aimed at delivering carrier-grade services. It features a robust architecture that accommodates high-capacity traffic without compromising reliability. This model emphasizes low power consumption and a compact design, making it suitable for deployment in space-constrained environments. The ONS 15310-CL also supports a wide range of optical interfaces, making it highly flexible for various network configurations.

In terms of technologies, the Cisco ONS 15310 series leverages Optical Transport Network (OTN) capabilities, providing high efficiency and greater bandwidth utilization. OTN technology enables efficient error correction and adds resilience to the network through its built-in protection mechanisms. Furthermore, the series supports seamless integration with existing IP/MPLS networks, creating a cohesive infrastructure as organizations evolve their networking requirements.

One of the defining characteristics of the ONS 15310 series is its focus on scalability. Network operators can start with a modest deployment and gradually expand capacity as demand grows. This adaptability is complemented by Cisco's comprehensive management and monitoring tools, providing operators with real-time insights into network performance and facilitating proactive management.

In conclusion, the Cisco ONS 15310-MA and ONS 15310-CL models represent sophisticated solutions for modern optical networks. With their versatile features, advanced technologies, and robust design, they empower service providers and enterprises to build resilient, high-capacity networks that meet the demands of today’s data-driven world.

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