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4.5.2 Network View

Table 4-4

Node View Tabs and Subtabs

 

 

 

 

Tab

Description

Subtabs

 

 

 

Alarms

Lists current alarms (CR, MJ, MN) for the

 

node and updates them in real time.

 

 

 

 

Conditions

Allows you to retrieve a list of standing

 

conditions on the node.

 

 

 

 

History

Provides a history of node alarms including

Session, Node

 

date, type, and severity of each alarm. The

 

 

Session subtab displays alarms and events for

 

 

the current session. The Node subtab displays

 

 

alarms and events retrieved from a fixed-size

 

 

log on the node.

 

 

 

 

Circuits

Allows you to create, delete, edit, and reroute

Circuits, Rolls

 

circuits.

 

 

 

 

Provisioning

Allows you to provision the ONS 15600 node.

General, Network, OSI, BLSR,

 

 

Protection, Security, SNMP, Comm

 

 

Channels, Timing, Alarm Profiles,

 

 

Alarm Extenders, Defaults

 

 

 

Inventory

Provides inventory information (part number,

 

serial number, Common Language Equipment

 

 

Identification [CLEI] codes) for cards installed

 

 

in the node. Allows you to delete and reset

 

 

cards, and change card service state. For more

 

 

information on card service states, see

 

 

Appendix B, “Administrative and Service

 

 

States.”

 

 

 

 

Maintenance

Allows you to perform maintenance tasks for

Database, OSI, Protection, BLSR,

 

the node.

Software, Diagnostic, Timing, Audit,

 

 

Routing Table, Test Access, Alarm

 

 

Extenders, Preferred Copy

 

 

 

4.5.2 Network View

Network view allows you to view and manage ONS 15600s, ONS 15454s, and ONS 15327s that have DCC connections to the node that you logged into and any login node groups you have selected (Figure 4-5).

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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.