OcNOS IPI Pro Bundled Solutions I OcNOS Service Providers (CSR / AGGR / IPBASE / IPMPLS) with Edgecore Networks (AGR130) AS5916-54XKS I 10G Aggregation Router

Edgecore 48x10G SFP+, 6x100G QSFP28, Service Providers ONIE Router, Empowered by IP Infusion OcNOS SP

Edgecore AGR130 Aggregation Router is a robust, ToR/Carrier Access switch or Edge Router, a high-performance networking solution tailored for modern mobile networks as well as every kind of communication service providers. One of the key components of the AGR130 is the Broadcom BCM15K Ternary Content-Addressable Memory (TCAM). TCAM is a specialized type of high-speed memory used in networking devices to enable rapid searches, classifications, and forwarding of packets based on multiple criteria. AGR130 is a 1RU device with a high-availability design to multirole capability. Equipped with predominant ports of 10G with a mix of 100G interfaces, the AGR130 provides full line-rate Layer 2 or Layer 3 switching of 800 Gbps. With a pair of redundant, load-sharing, hot-swappable AC/DC PSUs and redundant fan modules, the AGR130 ensures high availability and reliability.

OcNOS (Open Compute Network Operating System) is an industry-leading Network Operating System (NOS) providing the most complete carrier-grade disaggregated solution for service providers.
OcNOS-based solutions have been widely deployed in access, aggregation, transport and data center use cases for simplified operations and automation. It provides extensive programmability for end-to-end network management and orchestration. OcNOS features a single software image that runs across the entire portfolio of Open Compute platforms from leading vendors. This guarantees consistent operations, workflow automation and high availability, while significantly reducing operational expenses.

OcNOS SP – Cell Site Router (CSR).
With a focus on robust quality and cost efficiency, OcNOS CSR provides an unparalleled best-of-breed hardware platform selection and supports cost optimized White-Box Cell Site Gateway devices based on and fully compliant with Telecom Infra Project’s (TIP) DCSG specifications, including support for segment routing, Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), and timing. This DCSG solution provides cell site backhaul networking for carriers with existing 4G LTE and future 5G mobile infrastructure. The Service Provider mobile and wireline network of the future will not just need to provide exponentially higher bandwidth at lower operating costs but will also have to be capable of enabling new applications such as pervasive mobile broadband, IoT/sensor networks, autonomous vehicles and smart consumer wireless devices. The OcNOS cell site router solution is available on a wide variety of DCSG platforms supporting varied switching capacities. The OcNOS CSR product is a smart converged integrated access platform which enables Service Providers to deliver next-level business and entertainment experiences.

OcNOS SP – Aggregation Router (AGGR).
The OcNOS Aggregation Router product fits seamlessly with traditional services like Layer 2 VPN (L2VPN), Layer 3 VPN (L3VPN), Virtual Private Wire Service (VPWS) and Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS). It provides advanced services like Ethernet VPN (EVPN) with traditional and next-generation transport including Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS), Virtual Extensible LAN (VxLAN), Segment Routing (SR) and SRv6. It allows for migration paths between traditional and next-generation transports and services. OcNOS Aggregation Router solution is focused on Carrier Ethernet aggregation, this image supports L2 switching, L3 Routing v4/v6, SRv6, Ring/Linear Protection Switching, CE 3.0, and ITU/IETF/IEEE OAM. Designed for carrier aggregation switching platforms with port speeds between 800-4800 Gbps. OcNOS AGGR based solutions have been widely deployed in aggregation use cases for simplified operations and automation. It provides extensive programmability for end-to-end network management and orchestration. Take control of your network with Total Network Disaggregation from IP Infusion. Complex networks simplified with open standards.

OcNOS SP – IPBASE/IPMPLS.
With a focus on robust quality and cost efficiency, SP IPBASE / IPMPLS product fits seamlessly with traditional services like Layer 2 VPN (L2VPN), Layer 3 VPN (L3VPN), Virtual Private Wire Service (VPWS) and Virtual Private LAN Service (VPLS). It provides advanced services like Ethernet VPN (EVPN) with traditional and next-generation transport including Multiprotocol Label Switching, Virtual Extensible LAN (VxLAN), Segment Routing (SR) and SRv6. It allows for migration paths between traditional and next-generation transports and services. The OcNOS product is a smart converged integrated access platform which enables Service Providers to deliver next-level business and entertainment experiences. IP Infusion software helps manage high volumes of traffic for applications such as mobility, cloud networking, video and gaming. The exponential growth in network traffic due to digital collaboration offerings for remote work applications has increased the need for managing data and performance efficiently. Evolving data intensive customer applications requires service providers to deliver on-demand high-performance services in a reliable, efficient and secure manner.

Key Features and Benefits

Key Features

• High performance, multirole capable, ToR/Aggregation switch or Edge router; 1RU design: form factor router with line-rate L2 and L3 switching across 48x10G SFP+, 6x100G QSFP28, perfect for any communication service providers.
• Broadcom BCM15K TCAM: This specialized high-speed memory enables rapid searches, classifications, and forwarding of packets based on multiple criteria, allowing the router to efficiently manage large amounts of traffic and complex routing tasks.
• Support IEEE1588v2 and SyncE functions in hardware.
• Hot swappable, load-sharing redundant AC PSUs and redundant, hot-swappable fan modules.
• Empowered by IP Infusion OcNOS: Comprehensive suite of control plane features for building both Layer-3 and Layer-2 smart converged integrated access platform to deliver next-level business and entertainment experiences.
• Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching and routing support: Enables seamless integration with various network topologies and protocols, including OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP.

CSR key features:

• Cell Site Routing & Fixed Wireless support
• IP/MPLS support
• Ring/Linear Protection Switching
• ITU/IETF/IEEE OAM & Timing standards

AGGR key features:

• SRv6.
• Ring/Linear Protection Switching.
• CE 3.0.

MPLS/BASE key features:

• VxLAN-EVPN / MPLS-EVPN for e.g. connectivity between virtual machines and top-of-rack (TOR) switches.
• Ring/Linear Protection Switching, Compelling Evidence Update (CE) 3.0, Carrier Ethernet (MPLS).
• VxLAN-EVPN.
• IETF OAM (BASE).
• NETCONF (BASE).

Key Benefits

• Cost-effective Solution: save up to 50% compared to traditional Tier-1 vendors, with no compromise on quality.
• Faster Roll-out of New Services: hardware independence enables quicker deployment and shorter time-to-market.
• Simplified Operations: streamline your network management to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Break Vendor Lock-in: benefit from fully validated and hardened carrier-grade solutions with a broad ecosystem of technology and integration partners.
• World-Class Support: access 24/7/365 support to ensure smooth operations and fast issue resolution.

CSR key benefits:

• Flexible Deployment: ideal for current LTE and emerging 5G mobile backhaul network solutions.
• Tailored for cell site routing applications, optimizing mobile network performance.
• Enables efficient use of network resources through IP/MPLS.
• Ensures network reliability through protection switching mechanisms.
• Supports multiple OAM standards for enhanced interoperability.

AGGR key benefits:

• Focused on Carrier Ethernet aggregation.
• Simplifies network architecture and improves scalability with SRv6 support.
• Ensures reliable network performance through protection switching mechanisms.
• Compliant with CE 3.0 for carrier-grade services.
• Designed for port speeds between 800-4800 Gbps.
• Proven migration for legacy services.

MPLS/BASE key benefits:

• Efficiently aggregate traffic at scale of up to 4.8 Tbps.
• Proven migration for legacy services.
• Suitable for carrier aggregation switching platforms.
• Enhances network scalability and virtualization with VxLAN-EVPN.
• Supports standard OAM and NETCONF protocols for seamless integration.
• Ideal for service providers with port speeds between 32-4800 Gbps.

Use Cases

OcNOS SP examplonary Use Cases are listed below.

SP-CSR:

• Mobile Network Operators: Next-generation 5G networks, 4G LTE Expansion, for improved connectivity.
• Edge Computing.
• Mobile network operator centers.
• Augmented reality realization.
• Factory automation.
• Hyperconverged network environments.
• Fixed wireless access deployments in rural or underserved areas
• Microwave integrated backhaul networks for mobile or remote locations
• Utility companies requiring resilient communication networks for their operations

SP-AGGR:

• Fixed Wireless Aggregation
• Mobile Network Aggregation
• Passive Optical Network Aggregation
• Ethernet & Cable Internet Aggregation
• Provider Network
• Routed Optical Network
• Carrier Ethernet aggregation in metro and access networks
• Service providers offering MPLS-based VPN services with SRv6 capabilities
• Mission-critical networks requiring ring/linear protection switching for high availability
• Enterprise and campus networks seeking advanced Layer 3 routing and Carrier Ethernet 3.0 compliance

SP-IPBASE:

• Service providers offering carrier aggregation switching platforms for efficient network management
• Data center operators implementing VxLAN-EVPN for network virtualization and scalability
• Campus and enterprise networks requiring Layer 2 switching and Layer 3 routing capabilities
• Cloud service providers seeking enhanced network performance and integration

SP-IPMPLS:

• Service providers deploying white box switching platforms for cost-effective network solutions
• MPLS-based VPN services for enterprise customers
• Traffic engineering and optimization in large-scale networks
• Metro Ethernet networks requiring Carrier Ethernet 3.0 compliance

*Several deployment options are listed below.

5G NETWORKS

Disaggregated Cell Site Gateways transform 5G networks by expanding mobile bandwidth capacity without losing compatibility with legacy networks. Such solutions allow for seamless migration while controlling costs. IP Infusion’s OcNOS CSR is a complete carrier class, Cell Site Router (CSR) solution, aligning with the Telecom Infra Project’s (TIP) Disaggregated Cell Site Gateway technical specification.

The technical specification provides detailed requirements for CSR devices that operators can deploy in current and future generations of wireless transport networks. The TIP DCSG specification falls under the TIP Open Optical & Packet Transport project.

NETWORKS AGGREGATION

IP Infusion provides comprehensive carrier-grade capabilities to enable broadband aggregation and edge routing through its OcNOS Network Operating System (NOS). The solution combines traffic interfaces to provide higher aggregated capacities required for next-generation networks. IP Infusion software helps manage high volumes of traffic for applications such as mobility, cloud networking, video and gaming.
The exponential growth in network traffic due to digital collaboration offerings for remote work applications has increased the need for managing data and performance efficiently. Evolving dataintensive customer applications requires service providers to deliver on-demand high-performance services in a reliable, efficient and secure manner. IP Infusion’s deployment-ready software solution for aggregation routing has been extensively validated for the following network scenarios.

The OcNOS SP solution is a smart converged integrated access platform which enables Service Providers to deliver next-level business and entertainment experiences.

OcNOS licenses variations differences

Table sumarizes differences between various OcNOS licenses:

*Note: All licenses include support for L2 Switching, L3 Routing V4/V6 (OSPF, IS-IS, BGP), ITU/IETF/IEEE OAM and Openconfig/NETCONF. 

SHORT SUMMARY OF THE DIFFERENT OCNOS IMAGES OF SP APPLICATIONS

OCNOS-SP-CSR:
Designed for Cell Site Routing and Fixed Wireless, Microwave Integrated Backhaul with Layer 2/3 switching and routing support. Includes IP/MPLS support, Ring/Linear Protection Switching, and OAM & Timing standards.
OCNOS-SP-IPBASE:
A base image for service providers that includes L2 switching, L3 Routing v4/v6, VxLAN-EVPN, IETF OAM, and NETCONF. Suitable for carrier aggregation switching platforms with port speeds between 32-4800 Gbps.
OCNOS-SP-IPMPLS:
Designed for MPLS support, this image features L2 switching, L3 Routing v4/v6, MPLS, SR-MPLS, VxLAN/MPLS-EVPN, Ring/Linear Protection Switching, CE 3.0, and ITU/IETF/IEEE OAM. Appropriate for white box switching platforms with port speeds between 30-4800 Gbps.
OCNOS-SP-AGGR:
Focused on Carrier Ethernet aggregation, this image supports L2 switching, L3 Routing v4/v6, SRv6, Ring/Linear Protection Switching, CE 3.0, and ITU/IETF/IEEE OAM. Designed for carrier aggregation switching platforms with port speeds between 800-4800 Gbps.

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Resources

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  AS5916-54XKS Quickstart Guide
  
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  AS5916-54XKS_RoHS_2_0_Reach_Declaration
  
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  AS5916-54XKS_Safety-Regulatory-Information
  
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  AS5916-54XKS_Declaration-of-Conformity
  
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  AS5916-54XKS_Supported-Cables
  
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  AS5916-54XKS_HCL
  
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  AS5916-54XKS_Key-Features-and-Benefits
  
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  OcNOS-SP-Datasheet
  
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  OcNOS-SP-Product-Brief
  

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