Activate Baseline Privacy

Validation Tips

To verify the tek life-time or grace-time values that have been set, enter the show cable privacy tek command:

router# show cable privacy tek

Configured TEK life-time value = 56000

Troubleshooting Tips

If you are having trouble, make sure you have entered a valid value for grace time or life time.

Activate Baseline Privacy

After the kek and tek values have been set, you can activate encryption on the HFC network.

To activate baseline data privacy on the HFC network, use the following commands in global configuration mode:

Step

Command

Purpose

1

cable privacy enable

Activate cable privacy. This is the default.

 

 

 

2

cable privacy mandatory

Activate cable privacy and do not allow access for any

 

 

unencrypted cable modem connections.

 

 

 

Validation Tips

To verify if baseline privacy is activated, enter the cable privacy enable or cable privacy mandatory command. By default, cable privacy is enabled and can only be disabled with the no cable privacy command.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you are having trouble, make sure you have entered a valid value for grace time or life time for kek and tek privacy.

Configure and Activate Frequency Agility

Frequency agility is a way to improve performance on upstream signal traffic and to compensate for noise and interference. The spectrum manager monitors the upstream frequencies; if too much noise or interference is detected in an upstream channel, the spectrum manager reassigns the upstream channel to a different upstream frequency.

Frequency agility is configured and activated using spectrum groups. A spectrum group is a table of frequencies that can be used by upstream ports to implement a frequency-hopping policy. There are two types of policies, blind and scheduled, with two corresponding types of spectrum groups.

Blind—The spectrum manager automatically assigns a new upstream channel frequency when station maintenance (keep-alive) messages fail for approximately 2.5 minutes. This represents a complete impairment of the upstream due to noise, plant, or equipment failure.

Scheduled—The spectrum manager automatically assigns a new upstream frequency at set times during the day.

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uBR7246 specifications

The Cisco uBR7246 is a versatile edge router designed primarily for cable operators wishing to deliver high-speed Internet, telephony, and video services over hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) networks. This router is part of Cisco's extensive line of broadband access solutions, addressing the increasing demand for bandwidth among consumers and businesses alike.

One of the uBR7246's main features is its ability to support a wide range of broadband technologies including DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) and EuroDOCSIS. The router is designed to facilitate the delivery of high-speed data services while allowing for flexible configurations that adapt to evolving network technologies. This is crucial for operators looking to maximize their network efficiency and future-proof their infrastructure.

The uBR7246 is equipped with multiple modular slots, enabling service providers to customize the router according to their specific needs. High-capacity interface cards can be added to support various types of connections, such as Ethernet and TDM (Time Division Multiplexing), thus offering scalability. With support for both DOCSIS 1.0 and advanced versions like DOCSIS 3.0 and 3.1, the router can handle increased data rates and offer maximum efficiency in terms of bandwidth utilization.

Security features are integral to the uBR7246, as it employs advanced measures such as encryption and robust authentication protocols to ensure that subscriber data remains secure. This is particularly vital in an era where cyber threats are pervasive, and customer trust is essential.

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The router is also designed with operational ease in mind, offering centralized management capabilities through Cisco's suite of management tools. This allows operators to monitor performance, manage configurations, and troubleshoot issues more efficiently, reducing downtime and enhancing service reliability.

In summary, the Cisco uBR7246 is a powerful and flexible solution that meets the demands of modern broadband delivery. Its advanced technologies, modular design, high-level security features, and robust performance make it an ideal choice for cable operators aiming to provide high-quality services to their subscribers while staying ahead of the competition.