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Cisco uBR10012 Universal Broadband Router Software Configuration Guide
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Chapter1 Overview of CiscouBR10012 Universal Broadband Router Software CiscouBR10012 Universal Broadband Router Chassis Overview
CiscouBR10012 Universal Broadband Router Chassis OverviewThe CiscouBR10012router provides a cost-effective, scalable, and industry-proven CMTS, optimized
for aggregating traffic at the edge of the cable network. It has eight broadband aggregation slots and four
WAN backhaul slots. The broadband slots can support Cisco uBR7200 series broadband cards through
an adapter card (line card processor).
Designed for cable operators and service providers, the CiscouBR10012router CMTS platform
connects residential subscribers via CMs, digital set-top boxes, or IP telephony CMs for high-speed data,
broadband entertainment, and IP telephony solutions.
Note This guide focuses on CiscouBR10012router software and related hardware. For detailed
descriptions of the CiscouBR10012router chassis and components, refer to these resources:
•CiscouBR10012 Universal Broadband Router Hardware Installation Guide
•Cisco uBR10012 Field Replaceable Units (FRUs) web page on Cisco.com
The CiscouBR10012router chassis is designed for front and rear access. The front of the chassis
provides access to these components, shown in Figure1:
•Two Performance Routing Engine 1 (PRE1) or PRE2 processor modules
•LCD Display
•Two DC Power Entry Modules (DC PEMs)
•Fan Assembly Module
The rear of the chassis provides access to these components, shown in Figure2:
•Eight Cable Interface Line Cards (single-slot)
•Four High-Speed, High-Performance Network Uplink Interface Line Cards
•Two Timing, Communication, and Control Plus (TCC+) Cards
The CiscouBR10012router uses redundant PEMs using –48–60 VDC input power. An optional
AC-input power shelf can be used to provide the DC-output power for the CiscouBR10012router.