Cisco MGX 8900 Series Multiservice Switches

The Cisco MGX 8900 Series Multiservice Switches are high-end, carrier-grade platforms designed to scale service provider networks to OC-192c/STM-64 levels. Providing the industry's broadest set of interface options, from DS0 to 10 Gbps, the MGX 8900 series enables a seamless migration from legacy ATM and Frame Relay to advanced IP+MPLS services.

The hardware architecture, led by the MGX 8950 chassis, features high-capacity switch fabrics (up to 60G per card) and advanced PXM45 processor modules with integrated hard drives for voice state storage. With specialized Route Processor Modules (RPM-XF), providers can deliver high-speed IP routing and MPLS switching with hardware-based encryption. Whether it's for mobile wireless aggregation, DSL backhaul, or managed VPN services, the Cisco MGX 8900 series provides the reliability and performance required for the core of modern telecommunications infrastructure.

Key Specifications:

• Switching Capacity: Scalable from 1.2 Gbps up to 180 Gbps.

• Interface Support: Wide range including GigE, OC-12/48/192, and STM-1/4/16/64.

• Service Versatility: Concurrent support for Voice over IP (VoIP), VoATM, and Circuit Emulation.

• High Availability: Redundant AC/DC power trays and intelligent fan assemblies.

• Storage: Integrated PXM hard disks for robust voice and system management.