Shelf and Backplane Hardware

C H A P T E R 1

This chapter provides a description of Cisco ONS 15600 shelf and backplane hardware. Card and cable descriptions are provided in Chapter 2, “Card Reference.”

To install equipment, refer to the Cisco ONS 15600 Procedure Guide.

Chapter topics include:

•1.1 Installation Overview, page 1-1

•1.2 Bay Installation, page 1-2

•1.3 Front Door, page 1-4

•1.4 Rear Covers, page 1-5

•1.5 Cable Routing, page 1-7

•1.6 Customer Access Panel, page 1-7

•1.7 Alarm, Timing, LAN, and Craft Pin Connections, page 1-10

•1.8 Power Distribution Unit, page 1-13

•1.9 Power and Ground Description, page 1-13

•1.10 Fan-Tray Assembly, page 1-15

•1.11 Cards and Slots, page 1-17

Note The Cisco ONS 15600 assembly is intended for use with telecommunications equipment only.

Note The ONS 15600 is designed to comply with Telcordia GR-1089-CORE Type 2 and Type 4 equipment. Install and operate the ONS 15600 only in environments that do not expose wiring or cabling to the outside plant. Acceptable applications include Central Office Environments (COEs), Electronic Equipment Enclosures (EEEs), Controlled Environment Vaults (CEVs), huts, and Customer Premise Environments (CPEs).

1.1 Installation Overview

The ONS 15600 is a Network Equipment Building System III (NEBS III)-compliant, environmentally hardened shelf assembly that ships as a single shelf in a bay assembly for Release 7.2. The ONS 15600 comes with the power distribution unit (PDU), shelf, fans, and backplane already installed. The front

Cisco ONS 15600 Reference Manual, R7.2

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ONS 15600 specifications

Cisco Systems ONS 15600 is a highly versatile optical networking platform designed to meet the demands of modern telecommunications and data services. This multiservice edge platform supports various transmission mediums and offers a wide array of features that enable efficient data transport. Ideal for service providers and large enterprises, the ONS 15600 is engineered to provide scalable and reliable optical transport solutions.

One of the notable features of the ONS 15600 is its capability to support multiple protocols, including SONET/SDH, Ethernet, OTN, and legacy TDM services. This flexibility allows users to tailor their networks according to specific service requirements while ensuring interoperability with existing infrastructure. The platform is designed to facilitate seamless service migration, accommodating both legacy and next-generation services.

The modular architecture of the ONS 15600 enhances its scalability. It allows for easy expansion by incorporating additional line cards or interface modules without requiring significant downtime. This modularity ensures that service providers can evolve their networks over time, responding to increasing bandwidth demands and new service offerings with ease.

Incorporating advanced technologies, the ONS 15600 employs Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM), significantly increasing the capacity of fiber networks by allowing multiple signals to be transmitted simultaneously over a single optical fiber. This capability helps to optimize fiber utilization and reduce operational costs. In addition, the platform supports Optical Transport Network (OTN) for improved error detection and correction, contributing to higher reliability and performance.

Another key characteristic of the ONS 15600 is its robust management capabilities. The platform can be managed through Cisco's Optical Networking Manager (ONM), providing a centralized interface for network configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting. This enhances operational efficiency and minimizes downtime, allowing service providers to focus on delivering quality services to their customers.

The ONS 15600 also prioritizes security, offering various features like encryption and access control to safeguard sensitive data during transmission. With its combination of scalability, flexibility, and security, the Cisco ONS 15600 stands out as a reliable choice for organizations looking to enhance their optical networking capabilities while meeting the evolving demands of the digital landscape. Its commitment to quality and performance makes it a cornerstone of modern optical networks.

Cisco Systems ONS 15600 manual Shelf and Backplane Hardware, Installation Overview

Models: ONS 15600