About this Manual

Document Organization

Table 1

Cisco ONS 15310-CL and Cisco ONS 15310-MA Reference Manual Chapters

 

 

 

Title

 

Summary

 

 

Chapter 1, “Cisco ONS 15310-CL Shelf

Includes descriptions of the rack, power and

Assembly Hardware”

ground, cables, fans, and slots on the

 

 

ONS 15310-CL.

 

 

Chapter 2, “Cisco ONS 15310-MA Shelf

Includes descriptions of the rack, power and

Assembly Hardware”

ground, cables, electrical interface assemblies

 

 

(EIAs), fan-tray assembly (FTA), and slots on the

 

 

ONS 15310-MA.

 

 

Chapter 3, “Card Reference”

Includes descriptions of all cards in the

 

 

ONS 15310-CL and 15310-MA.

 

 

Chapter 4, “Card Protection”

Includes electrical and optical card protection

 

 

methods.

 

 

Chapter 5, “Cisco Transport Controller

Includes information about CTC installation, the

Operation”

 

CTC window, computer requirements, software

 

 

versions, and database reset and revert.

 

 

Chapter 6, “Security”

Includes information for user set up, security

 

 

privileges, security policies, audit trail, and

 

 

RADIUS authentication.

 

 

Chapter 7, “Timing”

Includes node and network timing information.

 

 

Chapter 8, “Circuits and Tunnels”

Includes STS and VT, bidirectional and

 

 

unidirectional, revertive and nonrevertive,

 

 

electrical and optical, multiple and path trace

 

 

circuit information, as well as data

 

 

communications channel (DCC) tunnels.

 

 

Chapter 9, “SONET Topologies and Upgrades”

Includes the SONET configurations used by the

 

 

ONS 15310-CL and ONS 15310-MA; including

 

 

path protection configurations, linear add/drop

 

 

multiplexers (ADMs), subtending rings, and

 

 

optical bus configurations, as well as information

 

 

about upgrading optical speeds within any

 

 

configuration.

 

 

Chapter 10, “Management Network

Includes IP addressing scenarios and information

Connectivity”

 

about provisionable patchcords, the IP routing

 

 

table, external firewalls, open gateway network

 

 

element (GNE) networks, and OSI protocols.

 

 

Chapter 11, “Alarm Monitoring and

Includes CTC alarm management information.

Management”

 

 

 

 

Chapter 12, “Performance Monitoring”

Includes performance-monitoring parameters for

 

 

each ONS 15310-CL and ONS 15310-MA card.

 

 

Chapter 13, “SNMP”

Describes Simple Network Management Protocol

 

 

(SNMP) as implemented by the ONS 15310-CL

 

 

and ONS 15310-MA.

 

 

 

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ONS 15310-CL, 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.