IP Infusion OcNOS SP Router I Edgecore Networks CSR200 (AS5915-18X): 4x1G I L2/L3 Support | 1G Access

This bundle features the Edgecore CSR200 AS5915-18X, a high-performance switch designed for demanding network environments. It comes with 2 x AC or 2 x -48V Power Supply Units (PSUs) and supports Side-to-Side airflow configuration, ensuring optimal cooling and reliability for continuous operation.

Pre-loaded with IP Infusion OcNOS Service Provider, this package delivers a robust, scalable, and fully open-source Network Operating System (NOS). It enhances the switch’s capabilities, offering advanced networking features and the flexibility for customization to meet specific network requirements.

The bundle also includes a comprehensive 1, 3, or 5-year hardware warranty and software support, providing peace of mind and assistance.

The Edgecore CSR200 stands out as a compact-sized open cell site gateway platform, meticulously engineered to deliver a potent combination of 1G and 10G interfaces, leveraging merchant silicon and an x86 processor to optimize performance within mobile networks. Its compact form factor belies its robust capabilities, making it an ideal choice for mission-critical applications in mobile network environments.

Designed with resilience in mind, the CSR200 features a temperature-hardened design, enabling operation across a wide temperature range from -40℃ to 70℃. Equipped with built-in power boards and fans, it ensures high availability even in challenging environmental conditions, vital for maintaining uninterrupted service in critical scenarios.

A standout feature of the CSR200 is its support for industry-leading network timing and synchronization in hardware, positioning it as an ideal solution for both current LTE and emerging 5G mobile backhaul network deployments. Additionally, the CSR200 comes pre-installed with the Open Network Install Environment (ONIE), offering users the freedom to integrate their preferred Network Operating System (NOS) seamlessly with user applications.

Key features and benefits of the CSR200 include compliance with TIP (Telecom Infra Project) OOPT (Open Optical and Packet Transport) DCSG Specifications, ensuring interoperability and compatibility within telecom infrastructures. It boasts a versatile array of interfaces, including 6 x 1G/10G SFP+, 8 x 1G SFP, and 4 x 1G RJ-45 fixed ports, catering to a diverse range of connectivity requirements.

Moreover, the CSR200 supports IEEE1588v2 and SyncE functions in hardware, facilitating precise timing and synchronization essential for mobile network operations. With a full line-rate Layer 2 or Layer 3 forwarding speed of 64 Gbps, it ensures efficient data transfer and minimal latency, critical for maintaining network performance.

The CSR200’s compact 1RU form factor, with a depth of 240 mm, allows for easy integration into existing network infrastructures, while its support for side-to-side airflow SKU (with Air Filter option) enhances cooling efficiency. Additionally, the switch features hot-swappable, load-sharing, redundant AC/48VDC PSUs, along with built-in redundant fan modules, further enhancing system reliability and resilience.

Management interfaces, including Ethernet and console RJ-45 ports, facilitate seamless configuration and monitoring of the switch. Furthermore, the CSR200 is compatible with Open Network Linux (ONL), providing users with additional flexibility and customization options to tailor the switch to their specific requirements.

IP Infusion’s OcNOS Service Provider is a comprehensive Network Operating System (NOS) designed to meet the diverse needs of modern service providers. Built on a robust, scalable platform, OcNOS Service Provider enables seamless integration across various network environments, from legacy systems to cutting-edge infrastructures. It is particularly well-suited for key network elements such as Cell Site Routers (CSR) and Aggregation Routers (AGGR).

The OcNOS Cell Site Router (CSR) solution is optimized for cost-efficient deployment in 4G and 5G networks, providing robust backhaul support that meets the demanding requirements of mobile infrastructure. Fully compliant with the Telecom Infra Project’s (TIP) Disaggregated Cell Site Gateway (DCSG) specifications, the CSR product line offers extensive support for segment routing, Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), and precise timing mechanisms, enabling reliable service delivery across a variety of cell site gateway platforms with switching capacities of up to 360 Gbps.

On the other hand, the OcNOS Aggregation Router (AGGR) is designed to efficiently aggregate traffic across large-scale networks, handling bandwidths of up to 14.4 Tbps. The AGGR product line supports both traditional and next-generation transport services, including MPLS, Virtual Extensible LAN (VxLAN), and Segment Routing (SR). This makes it an ideal solution for service providers looking to modernize their infrastructure while maintaining compatibility with legacy services like Layer 2/Layer 3 VPNs.

Together, these products offer service providers the flexibility, scalability, and efficiency needed to deploy and manage advanced network services in a rapidly evolving landscape. Whether used for cell site routing, carrier aggregation, or core network functions, OcNOS provides a proven, open standards-based solution that integrates seamlessly with existing deployments, reducing costs and accelerating service delivery.

Key Benefits:

• Scalability: Supports network speeds from 120 Gbps to 14.4 Tbps, making it ideal for both small and large-scale deployments, with CSR focusing on up to 360 Gbps and AGGR on up to 14.4 Tbps.
• Flexibility: Compatible with a wide range of white-box hardware platforms, offering service providers the freedom to choose best-in-class solutions without vendor lock-in. CSR platforms include several ODM platforms like Edgecore and UfiSpace with varied capacities
• Efficiency: Simplifies network operations and reduces Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) with features like Zero Touch Provisioning (ZTP) and programmable APIs, available in both CSR and AGGR

Highlights:

• Carrier-Grade Performance: Trusted by leading service providers for critical applications, from cell site routing to high-density aggregation. CSR is particularly notable for its TIP DCSG compliance, while AGGR is optimized for large-scale traffic aggregation.
• Advanced Network Services: Includes support for L2/L3 VPNs, Segment Routing, MPLS, and VxLAN, enabling efficient service delivery across complex network environments. CSR focuses on MPLS and precise timing for mobile backhaul, while AGGR supports advanced EVPN and SRv6.
• Comprehensive Ecosystem: Backed by a strong ecosystem of technology partners, ensuring broad compatibility and seamless integration.

Key Features:

• Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switching and Routing: Supports VLANs, Spanning Tree Protocols, and advanced routing protocols like BGP, OSPF, and IS-IS. CSR provides specific features for mobile backhaul and synchronization, while AGGR includes enhanced support for VxLAN and Segment Routing.
• MPLS and Segment Routing: Offers full support for MPLS, SR-MPLS, and SRv6, enabling sophisticated traffic engineering and service delivery. CSR focuses on MPLS for mobile backhaul, while AGGR extends support to SRv6 and VxLAN.
• Quality of Service (QoS): Provides granular traffic management capabilities, ensuring optimal performance for critical applications, with advanced queuing and policing mechanisms available in both CSR and AGGR.
• Network Automation: Features NETCONF and OpenConfig support for enhanced network automation and orchestration, applicable to both CSR and AGGR deployments

Use Cases: OcNOS Service Provider is ideal for various scenarios, including:

• Carrier Aggregation: Efficiently aggregates traffic across large networks, supporting up to 14.4 Tbps of bandwidth, a key function of the AGGR.
• Cell Site Routing: Delivers reliable backhaul for 4G and 5G networks, compliant with Telecom Infra Project’s (TIP) DCSG specifications, a primary role of the CSR.
• Service Provider Core: Ensures high availability and performance in the core network, supporting advanced services like EVPN and SRv6, particularly relevant for AGGR

Why Choose OcNOS Service Provider? OcNOS Service Provider offers a proven, open standards-based solution that integrates seamlessly with existing deployments. Its flexibility, scalability, and rich feature set make it the ideal choice for service providers looking to enhance their network infrastructure while reducing costs and accelerating service delivery.

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