Chapter 4 Cisco Transport Controller Operation

4.5.1 Node View

4.5.1 Node View

Node view allows you to view and manage one ONS 15600 node (Figure 4-2). The status area shows the node name; number of Critical (CR), Major (MJ), and Minor (MN) alarms; IP address; session boot date and time; name of the current logged-in user; and user security level.

4.5.1.1 CTC Card Colors

The graphic area of the CTC window depicts the ONS 15600 shelf assembly. The colors of the cards in the graphic reflect the real-time status of the physical card, slot, and port. Table 4-2describes the node view card colors.

Table 4-2

Node View Card Colors

 

 

Card Color

Status

 

 

Gray

Slot is not provisioned; no card is installed.

 

 

Violet

Slot is provisioned; no card is installed (the card immediately

 

changes to yellow because the IMPROPRMVL alarm is raised).

 

 

White

Slot is provisioned; a functioning card is installed or booting.

 

 

Yellow

Slot is provisioned; a minor alarm condition exists.

 

 

Orange

Slot is provisioned; a major alarm condition exists.

 

 

Red

Slot is provisioned; a critical alarm exists.

 

 

Port color in both card and node view indicates the port service state. Table 4-3lists the port colors and their service states. For more information about port service states, see Appendix B, “Administrative and Service States.”

Table 4-3

Node View Card Port Colors and Service States

 

 

 

Port Color

Service State

Description

 

 

 

Blue

OOS-MA,LPBK

(Out-of-Service and Management, Loopback) Port is in a

 

 

loopback state. On the card in node view, a line between

 

 

ports indicates that the port is in terminal or facility

 

 

loopback (see Figure 4-3and Figure 4-4). Traffic is carried

 

 

and alarm reporting is suppressed. Raised fault conditions,

 

 

whether or not their alarms are reported, can be retrieved

 

 

on the CTC Conditions tab or by using the TL1

 

 

RTRV-COND command.

 

 

 

Blue

OOS-MA,MT

(Out-of-Service and Management, Maintenance) Port is

 

 

out-of-service for maintenance. Traffic is carried and

 

 

loopbacks are allowed. Alarm reporting is suppressed.

 

 

Raised fault conditions, whether or not their alarms are

 

 

reported, can be retrieved on the CTC Conditions tab or by

 

 

using the TL1 RTRV-COND command. Use OOS-MA,MT

 

 

for testing or to suppress alarms temporarily. Change the

 

 

state to IS-NR, OOS-MA,DSBLD, or OOS-AU,AINS

 

 

when testing is complete.

 

 

 

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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.
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