Chapter 7 Basic Cisco SCE8000 Platform Operations

Starting the Cisco SCE8000 Platform

Viewing the Ten Gigabit Ethernet Port Status

Step 1 At the Cisco SCE8000# prompt, type show interface TenGigabitEthernet 3/ baynumber /0. This displays the port link status.

The following example displays a system response.

Cisco SCE8000#show interface TenGigabitEthernet 3/1/0

Actual Status:

Link is on

Bandwidth: 10000000Kbps

Burst-size: 500000bytes

Viewing the Ten Gigabit Ethernet Counters

In an inline topology, you can monitor traffic via the platform counters for both the Rx and Tx connections. The counters increase as packets flow through the Cisco SCE8000 for both Rx and Tx.

However, in receive-only topologies, the counters for the Tx do not increment, as the SCE8000 is only monitoring traffic, and not re-transmitting it

Step 1 At the Cisco SCE8000# prompt, type show interface TenGigabitEthernet 3/ baynumber /0 counters.

This displays the TenGigabitEthernet counters. This command enables you to verify that there is traffic on the line. You can see that the counters increase, together with real-time packet flow through the Cisco SCE8000.

Remember, in bump-in-the-wire topology, both the Rx and Tx counters apply as traffic monitors. For receive-only topologies, using an external splitter, only the Rx counters apply.

The following example shows the counters of the first Ten Gigabit Ethernet interface.

Cisco SCE8000#show interface TenGigabitEthernet 3/0/0 counters

In total octets: 100

In good unicast packets: 90

In good multicast packets: 0

In good broadcast packets: 10

In packets discarded: 0

In packets with CRC/Alignment error: 0

In undersized packets: 0

In oversized packets: 0

Out total octets: 93*2^32+1022342538

Out unicast packets: 858086051

Out non unicast packets: 0

Out packets discarded: 0

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SCE8000 specifications

Cisco Systems SCE8000 is an advanced service control edge solution designed to enhance the management and performance of service provider networks. Targeted at carriers and large enterprises, the SCE8000 is characterized by its capacity to efficiently handle traffic management, quality of service (QoS), and policy enforcement across various services including voice, video, and data.

One of the main features of the SCE8000 is its scalability. The platform supports a high-density architecture, allowing service providers to seamlessly expand their networks to accommodate growing traffic demands. This scalability is complemented by an impressive throughput, which enables the handling of millions of concurrent sessions, making it ideal for environments with significant user activity.

The SCE8000 employs advanced traffic management capabilities, leveraging deep packet inspection (DPI) technology. This allows for granular visibility into network traffic, enabling service providers to make informed decisions about resource allocation and policy application. Additionally, the device supports multiple protocol analysis, ensuring compatibility across various network services and enhancing overall efficiency.

Quality of Service (QoS) is another critical characteristic of the SCE8000. The platform provides sophisticated mechanisms to prioritize traffic, thereby ensuring that delay-sensitive applications such as VoIP and video streaming receive the necessary bandwidth. This capability is enhanced by Cisco's intelligent traffic shaping and congestion management features, which work together to optimize the user experience even in congested network conditions.

The SCE8000 also integrates robust security features, including session initiation protocol (SIP) security, to protect against malicious attacks and maintain service integrity. This is particularly important in today's cyber landscape where service providers must safeguard their infrastructure from various threats.

Automation and programmability are essential characteristics of the SCE8000, enabling operators to implement policies quickly and efficiently. This feature allows for dynamic scaling and rapid deployment of new services, significantly reducing the time to market for new offerings.

In conclusion, Cisco Systems SCE8000 stands out as a powerful platform for managing service provider networks. With its high scalability, advanced traffic management, quality of service assurance, robust security features, and automation capabilities, the SCE8000 enables service providers to deliver a superior customer experience while optimizing their operational efficiency. This makes it an invaluable asset for any organization looking to enhance its network performance and service delivery.