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6000 IP DSL Switch The industry-leading Cisco 6000 series IP DSL switch enables a rich portfolio of multiservice applications with the most comprehensive set of IP+ATM managed-service and common multi-DSL technologies for central offices (COs), remote terminals, and multiple dwelling units.
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Catalylist 3500 Switch The Cisco Systems Catalyst 3500 series XL is a scalable line of stackable 10/100 and Gigabit Ethernet switches that deliver premium performance, manageablility, and flexibility.

Key Features and Benefits Exceptional Performance 10 Gbps switching fabric and up to 6.5 million packets-per-second forwarding rate, ensuring full-wire speed operation for each 10BaseT/100BaseTX and Gigabit Ethernet port 4 MB shared memory architecture, ensures the highest-possible throughput with a design that eliminates head-of-line blocking, minimizes packet loss, and delivers better overall performance in environments with extensive multicast and broadcast traffic Full-duplex operation on all ports, delivering up to 200 Mbps on 10/100 ports or 2 Gbps on 1000BaseX ports 8 MB DRAM and 4 MB Flash memory onboard, enabling the addition of a continuous stream of feature upgrades Two priority forwarding queues on each 10/100 port and eight priority forwarding queues on all Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling network traffic prioritization and seamless data, voice, and video integration (enabled in future software)

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CSS 11000 Switch The Cisco CSS 11000 series content services switches are the next-generation content switching platform for optimizing the performance, security and reliability of Web content delivery and e-commerce, and enabling Internet-scale content networking services

Cisco CSS 11050 Key Features and Benefits Provides high-speed Web content delivery by selecting the best site and server based on full URL, cookie, and resource availability information Offers site-level security with wire-speed denial-of-service (DoS) prevention; firewall load-balancing provides scalable security for back-end data-bases and applications Delivers up to 400 percent improvement in Web cache efficiency for transparent, proxy, and reverse proxy configurations Provides eight full-duplex fast Ethernet ports and one optional gigabit Ethernet port Supports all TCP- and UDP-based Web protocols, wire-speed network address translation (NAT), and integrated IP routing Optimizes both content requests and delivery for HTTP, passive File Transfer Protocol (FTP), and streaming media protocols Enables advanced service level agreements (SLAs), and a variety of new fee-based services

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The Catalyst 1900 and 2820 The Catalyst 1900 and 2820 series switches provide industry-leading performance and Cisco end-to-end network integration. The Catalyst 1900 series switches deliver the industry`s best value for today`s Ethernet networks. For an extremely low price per port, the switches provide a dedicated 10 Mbps of bandwidth to the desktop and high performance connectivity between hub-based workgroups. The modular Catalyst 2820 series switches are the ideal solution for Ethernet workgroups and individual users who need increased performance at a surprisingly affordable price, and 100BaseT, Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI), or Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) connectivity to servers and network backbones.

Catalyst 2820 Series — Modular Ethernet Switches Key Features and Benefits Software upgradable to Enterprise Edition 4 models with 24 10BaseT ports, two slots, and choice of 2K or 8K MAC address cache Choice of 11 high-speed modules support 100BaseT, FDDI, and ATM Full-duplex operation on all ports Web-based network interface enables configuration and management form any client on the internet with a web-browser. Congestion control features including IEEE 802.3x-based flow control, and back-pressure based flow control on 10BaseT ports Twelve or twenty-four 10BaseT ports deliver dedicated 10 Mbps of bandwidth to individual users or workgroups to support bandwidth-intensive applications Two high-speed expansion slots maximize high-speed configuration and backbone flexibility One switched Attachment Unit Interface (AUI) port for connecting to fiber or legacy 10Base2 or 10Base5 networks Shared-memory architecture with 3 MB packet buffer virtually eliminates packet loss Non-blocking, ClearChannel architecture supports wire-speed bridging on all ports, delivering up to 370 Mbps maximum forwarding bandwidth, and 550,000 pps aggregate CollisionFree full-duplex operation on switched 10BaseT and 100BaseT ports delivers up to 200 Mbps of bandwidth tend stations, servers and between switches Choice of congestion control options for applications that require zero packet loss: Enhanced congestion control accelerates packet forwarding when the switch buffers are full Back-pressure on half-duplex Ethernet ports throttles network transmission using the IEEE 802.3 Layer 2 back-off algorithm IEEE 802.3x flow control on 100BaseTX ports provides intelligent flow management between switches and between a switch and a server Per-port broadcast storm control prevents faulty end stations from degrading overall system performance with broadcast storms Choice of cut-through or store-and-forward switching lets administrators optimize for performance or error checking IEEE 802.1d Spanning-Tree Protocol support for redundant backbone connections and loop-free networks simplifies network configuration and improves fault tolerance TACACS+ enables designation of a separate access server for authentication, authorization, and accounting (Enterprise Edition only) User-selectable address learning mode simplifies configuration and enhances security Resilient link support for faster recovery from network failures

Catalyst 1900 Series — Fixed Configuration Ethernet Switches Key Features and Benefits Software upgradable to Enterprise Edition 4 models with 12 or 24 10BaseT ports and choice of 2 100BaseT uplinks Full-duplex operation on all Ethernet and Fast Ethernet ports Auto-negotiation on 100BaseTX ports for automatically selecting half-and full-duplex operation Congestion control features including IEEE 802.3x-based flow control, and back-pressure based flow control on 10BaseT ports Web-based network management Reduced footprint: only 8.25 inches deep Twelve or twenty-four 10BaseT ports deliver dedicated 10 Mbps of bandwidth to individual users or workgroups to support bandwidth-intensive applications Tw100BaseT ports eliminate bottlenecks to servers and other network devices One switched Attachment Unit Interface (AUI) port for connecting to fiber or legacy 10Base2 or 10Base5 networks Shared-memory architecture with 3 MB packet buffer virtually eliminates packet loss Non-blocking, ClearChannel architecture supports wire-speed bridging on all ports, delivering up to 370 Mbps maximum forwarding bandwidth, and 550,000 pps aggregate CollisionFree full-duplex operation on switched 10BaseT and 100BaseT ports delivers up to 200 Mbps of bandwidth tend stations, servers and between switches Choice of congestion control options for applications that require zero packet loss: Enhanced congestion control accelerates packet forwarding when the switch buffers are full Back-pressure on half-duplex Ethernet ports throttles network transmission using the IEEE 802.3 Layer 2 back-off algorithm IEEE 802.3x flow control on 100BaseTX ports provides intelligent flow management between switches and between a switch and a server Per-port broadcast storm control prevents faulty end stations from degrading overall system performance with broadcast storms Choice of cut-through or store-and-forward switching lets administrators optimize for performance or error checking IEEE 802.1d Spanning-Tree Protocol support for redundant backbone connections and loop-free networks simplifies network configuration and improves fault tolerance User-selectable address learning mode simplifies configuration and enhances security Support for optional Cisco 600 watt redundant AC power system provides a backup power source for up to four units for improved fault tolerance and network uptime Flexible Network Configuration No per-port Media Access Control (MAC) address limitations--provides flexibility to connect to individual users or shared hubs. Support for 1024 MAC addresses on the Catalyst 1900 allows the switch to scale with a growing network Configurable network port that supports unlimited MAC addresses for backbone connectivity

Catalyst 2900 Series XL — Autosensing Fast Ethernet Switches Cisco's Catalyst 2900 series XL is a full line of 10/100 autosensing Fast Ethernet switches that offer performance, modularity, and easy-to-use management.

Key Features and Benefits Cisco`s advanced architecture incorporates a switch fabric of 3.2 Gbps and a forwarding rate of 3.0 million packets per second to deliver wire-speed performance across all ports. The two versatile module slots of the Catalyst 2912MF XL and Catalyst 2924M XL provide expansion capabilities, higher-speed connectivity, and support for eight different feature modules, allowing users the flexibility to upgrade their networks and preserve their initial investment. The four-port 10BaseT/100BaseTX, two-port 100BaseFX, and four-port 100BaseFX modules for the Catalyst 2912MF XL and Catalyst 2924M XL allow customers to easily increase port density and provide higher-speed uplinks through bandwidth aggregation. Single-port Gigabit Ethernet and Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) interface modules provide higher-speed links. Each module provides industry-standard 802.1Q and Inter Switch Link (ISL) VLAN trunking support. Catalyst 2900 Series XL switches deliver easy-to-use management and advanced security features. A Web-based interface, Cisco Visual Switch Manager, allows users to manage a virtual stack of up to five Catalyst 2900 XL switches from anywhere on the network through a standard browser such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator/Communicator. Multilevel security on console access prevents unauthorized users from altering the switch configuration. Autoconfiguration eases deployment by automatically configuring multiple switches across a network from a single boot server. Integrated Cisco IOS software provides superior functionality for end-to-end integration, including bandwidth aggregation, intraswitch VLAN support, hot swap modules, and networked multimedia support. Fast EtherChannel technology offers up to 800 Mbps of bandwidth between Catalyst series switches. Support for up to 64 port-based VLANs per Standard Edition switch and Spanning Tree Protocol provides broadcast control, security; and simplified adds, moves and changes. Cisco Group Management Protocol (CGMP) Fast Leave support reduces network traffic by allowing a switch to selectively and dynamically forward IP multicast traffic to targeted end stations, providing network support for multimedia and minimizing network traffic. Support for up to 64 VLAN trunks using 802.1Q and ISL trunking protocols on Enterprise Edition switches provides broadcast control, security; and simplified adds, moves and changes.

Catalyst 4000 Switch The Catalyst 4000 family extends the network services of a Catalyst switch-based backbone to the enterprise wiring closet.

Key Features and Benefits Proven, End-to-End Software Architecture   Advanced Network Services for the Wiring Closet Multimedia Support via IP Multicast Protocol Filtering Quality- of- Service: Content Networking Ready High Availability Low Entry Cost and Flexible Growth Scalability and Resiliency evolving to Gigabit Ethernet, either now or in the future, is easy because of the modular chassis flexibility and the variety of module speed mixes Standards Based Power Fault Protection with redundant, load-sharing power supplies High-Speed Server Farm Connections as a Gigabit Ethernet switch for network server farm applications: 3-slot up to 36 connections Feature-Rich and Proven Software Heritage building on the familiar features and interfaces of the award-winning Catalyst 5500/5000 series switches Modular Chassis Single IP-Address Management Port, Power and Link redundancy Modular Scalability and Flexibility

Catalyst 5000 Switch The 2-port Gigabit GBIC uplink for the Catalyst 5000 Family allows voice and other mission critical traffic to be prioritized at the network edge.

Key Features and Benefits (Note The Catalyst 5000 Family 2-, 5-, 9-, and 13-slot chassis do not include modules. Modules must be ordered separately. ) Supervisor engine: Hardware-based switching backplane with tri-level priority Bridge address table for 16,000 MAC addresses Network management processor Uplink ports Switching modules with choice of interface options AC or DC power supply Second AC or DC power supply option (Catalyst 5002 has dual AC or DC power supplies built in) Hot-swap feature for all power supply and module options Dual power cord availability Rack-mounting hardware and cable guide availability NetFlow switching, providing multilayer support for Layer 2 and Layer 3 switching Route-switch module multiprotocol Layer 3 routing Media-independent switching backplane Accommodates Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI and ATM simultaneously in a single system Three levels of priority on the switching backplane, which prevents higher-layer protocols from timing out by giving the interface the highest priority on the backplane until the buffer content is reduced. Accommodates technologies that use priorities, such as ATM and Token Ring Enables user to define priorities on per-interface basis Ensures server traffic priority Accommodates bursty traffic

Catalylist 6000 Switch The Catalyst 6000 Family delivers a new line of high-performance, multilayer switching solutions for campus networks.

Key Features and Benefits Scalable platforms, ranging from the Catalyst 6000 Series which offers 32 Gbps of switching capacity and scalable multilayer switching up to 30 Mpps, to the Catalyst 6500 Series offering scalable switching capacity up to 256 Gbps and multilayer switching up to 150 Mpps Modular chassis within both Catalyst 6000 and 6500 Series, offering slot densities of 6- and 9-slot systems. Catalyst 6006, 6009, 6506, and 6509 support a wide range of configuration and price/performance options. Both switches series support the same suite of supervisors, interface line cards, and common equipment, easing sparing requirements and protecting investments with upward performance migration Supports a wide range of interface types and densities, to include support for up to 384 10/100 Ethernet, 192 100FX  Fast Ethernet, and up to 130 gigabit Ethernet ports MultiLayer Switch Feature Card (MSFC) available for wire-rate IP, IPX and IP-multicast routing support, as well as support for AppleTalk, DecNet, and Vines; MSFC also supports web-caching techniques for cost-effective web-scaling Transceiver flexibility is supported on all gigabit Ethernet ports, such that interface requirement changes do not require a  new module, but can be satisfied by a simple GBIC change Supports up to 8 physical Fast Ethernet or Gigabit Ethernet links using either Fast EtherChannel (FEC) or Gigabit EtherChannel (GEC), respectively, for logical connections up to 16 Gbps. EtherChannel ports can also be aggregated across modules for even higher-availability connectivity. Leverages the software and management infrastructure of the Catalyst Family, providing industry-leading services based upon Cisco Internetwork Operating System (Cisco IOS). Cisco IOS delivers a full suite of software services responsible for managing network security, allocating and enforcing quality of service, and providing value-added services enabling high network resiliency. Cisco IOS also provides the management framework for CiscoWorks2000 and Cisco Resource Essentials. Efficient intranet multimedia and multicast support through Protocol Independent Multicast (PIM), Internet Group Management Protocol (IGMP), Cisco Group Management Protocol (CGMP), and GARP Multicast Registration Protocol (GMRP) deliver end-to-end, scalable bandwidth for multimedia and multicast applications Policy Feature Card (PFC) available for wire-rate traffic detection and classification, admission control, and access list; also supports Accelerated Server Load-Balancing in conjunction with Cisco Local Director intelligence. Extensive Quality of Service (QoS) support through use of Layer-2/3/4 information such as precedence bits from IP, Cisco`s ISL, and 802.1p frames or Layer-4 port numbers. Support for multiple queues with configurable thresholds, and ToS/CoS-mapping mechanisms to insure that QoS is maintained as packets traverse Layer-2/Layer-3 boundaries. Resource Reservation Protocol (RSVP) priority mapping also used, ensuring timely delivery of time-sensitive intranet applications Support for a broad range of Cisco IOS-based security mechanisms such as port filtering, enabling individual ports to allow access only to certain workstations. TACACS+ and IP permit lists prevent unauthorized access to the switch in secure management environments. Access control lists (ACLs) secure networks from unauthorized users. MD5 Route Authentication is also used to prevent fraudulent routing updates Support for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Domain Name System (DNS), and dynamic VLAN services for optimal, scalable performance, and easing moves, adds and changes Support for multiple levels of network resiliency and serviceability. Device-level fault tolerance, to include the following  options: Redundant Supervisors Redundant Load-Sharing Power Supplies (AC & DC) Redundant Load-Sharing Fans Redundant System Clocks Redundant Uplinks Redundant Switch Fabrics (Catalyst 6500 Series only)

1548 Micro Switch The Cisco 1548 series Micro Switch family of products are affordable autosensing 10/100 Fast Ethernet switches for creating high-performance LANs in enterprise remote branch offices or small and growing businesses.

Key Features and Benefits Provides dedicated 10/100 autosensing LAN connectivity; ideal for price-sensitive customers looking for an ultra-low cost Fast Ethernet solution Provides unmatched flexibility, ease-of-deployment and -use via features such as integrated stacking interconnections, auto-negotiation, easy stackability and auto-configuration/BootP Allows easy management and reduces total cost of ownership via SNMP, RMON (4 groups), embedded HTTP server, CDP and "multifunction per port" LEDs for status Offers an outstanding value at an ultra-low cost Member of the Cisco Networked Office family of stackable products designed to provide complete solutions for small businesses and remote branch offices

Cisco LightStream 1010 — 5 Gbps Modular Switch The LightStream switch is a powerful backbone ATM switch for local and wide area networks.
	Key Features and Benefits Five-slot chassis (same dimensions as that of the Catalyst 5000) with ATM backplane and fan tray Optionally redundant, auto-sensing, load-sharing AC-input or DC-input power supplies The Cisco LightStream 1010 uses two management tools: AtmDirector and CiscoView. AtmDirector

Cisco IGX 8400 Series Multiservice Switches The Cisco IGX 8400 Series enables deployment of ATM, Frame Relay, synchronous and asynchronous  legacy data, Internet, video, and voice services.

Key Features and Benefits IP+ATM Integration Multiservice Integration Consolidates multiple WAN infrastructures Supports all current and future applications, reducing network operation costs and increasing WAN bandwidth savings due to statistical multiplexing Bandwidth Efficiency Maximizes efficiency of expensive WAN circuits for data, voice, and video traffic, thereby reducing recurring bandwidth costs Performance and QoS Guarantees Delivers increased user satisfaction, high performance, and full control over network resources with per-virtual circuit (VC) queuing, per-VC rate scheduling, and multiple classes of service (CoS) to guarantee QoS levels for the individual applications Supports all applications, according to their specific requirements, using advanced traffic management and CoS features Flexible, Scalable Network Design Offers multiple form factors and configurations for adapting to specific customer needs Integrates seamlessly with existing Cisco IGX 8400 series, Cisco BPX 8600 series, and MGX 8800 series networks End-to-End Integration Extends WAN backbone to branch offices, providing high service levels regardless of location Provides value-added interworking between existing Cisco routers and LAN switches for seamless traffic flow between LAN/campus and WAN environments Reduces operational efforts with integrated network management systems Offers one-stop shopping and a single Cisco of contact

Cisco MGX 8230 — Wide-Area IP+ATM Multiservice Gateway The Cisco MGX 8230 IP+ATM Multiservice Gateway is a small footprint edge concentrator specifically designed for Service Providers with space and power constraints. The Cisco MGX 8230 offers cost effective narrowband, voice, and IP services; and acts as a feeder shelf to Cisco BPX 8600 and Cisco IGX 8400 series Multiservice Switches, providing a complete Cisco solution for New World carrier services.

Key Features and Benefits Full featured narrowband ATM for managed data, voice and video services Comprehensive range of IP+ATM services Full redundancy for maximum service flexibility Compact form factor

Cisco MGX 8850 — Wide-Area IP+ATM Switch The Cisco MGX 8850 wide-area IP+ATM enables delivery of a complete portfolio of differentiated service offerings while scaling from DS0 to OC-48c/STM-16 speeds. Its deployment flexibility provides the agility for service providers to be first to market with the services that customers demand and to deploy MPLS enabled ATM networks up to OC-48c speeds.

Key Features and Benefits Flexible IP+ATM multiservice platform Highly scalable - from 1.2 to 45 Gbps of non-blocking throughput with single chassis Highest reliability, availability, and serviceability in the industry IP VPNs using Cisco IOS software-based multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) Market-leading Frame Relay capabilities, with price-per-port leadership and advanced quality of service (QoS) High-density Point-to-Point protocol (PPP) for Internet access and aggregation Full-featured narrowband ATM for managed data, voice, and video services High-density broadband ATM for wholesale ATM services Circuit Emulation for Private Line replacement

VCO/4K Open Programmable Switch The VCO/4K open, programmable switch enables voice/fax messaging, integrated messaging, voice-activated dialing, calling card, personal assistant, and web-initiated conferencing.

Key Features and Benefits Single platform for both core transport and enhanced services switching Controllable by virtually any type of host-from PCs to mainframes Integrated control subsystem off-loads external host demands Supports multiple hosts and Ethernet sockets Integrated Intelligent Call Services (ICS) reduce application development time and simplify network management. Up to 15 universal card slots 19- and 24-inch EIA rack mounting options Scalable growth to 4,088 non-blocking ports in a single switch Non-blocking switching matrix provides dedicated, time-division multiplexed connections based on T1/E1/J1, ISDN PRI, and CAS Integrated SS7 support (ISUP, TUP and TCAP), ITU and ANSI-compliant Supports subrate switching for efficient resource usage in wireless networks Integrated service resources such as voice prompting and conferencing Fully redundant, hardened system meets the stringent reliability requirements of Central Office environments Worldwide certifications including NEBS, BABT, JATE, and over 30 country-specific type approvals and/or technical accommodations SNMP-manageable to enable local and remote resource management, configuration control, and alarm reporting to any SNMP-compliant network management station

Cisco MGX 8240 Series — Private Line Gateway The Cisco MGX 8240 series private line gateway (formally known as Sentient U1600) is a powerful and cost effective ATM Circuit Emulation platform that allows service providers to transport leased-line channelized DS3, DS1 and NxDSO circuits over an ATM backbone. The MGX 8240 is a leading edge high-density product capable of supporting up to 1260 channelized DS1s in a fully configured single shelf, allowing traffic to be carried across OC-3c ATM trunks.

Key Features and Benefits Each processor service module (PSM) supports up to 2016 circuits The access interface provided on the PSM I/O card is a physical DS3 interface which can be channelized to the DS0 level Circuits can be a combination of a single DS0, NxDS-0 or clear channel DS1s with DSOs (672) Both extended super frame (ESF) as well as super frame (D4) DS-1 framing is supported T1 payload loop-backs are supported per ANSI T-1.403-1996 The MGX 8240 minimizes the cost and time for provisioning DS1 or fractional DS1 private lines. The operational cost is dramatically lower than that of a traditional TDM/DCS solution Provides efficient transport and interconnection between a TDM infrastructure and new world networks Allows the inter-machine trunk TDM traffic between class 4/5 switches to be migrated over an ATM network. Network operators can perform necessary test and diagnostic functions from a remote location and can also provision circuits across an ATM network by interfacing directly with the ATM switch-provisioning server. Redundancy The MGX 8240 offers 1:N processor card redundancy for each PSM. N can be as great as 4. APS 1+1 protection is provided for each OC3 interface The IMC cards are half-size cards and two can be inserted in slot one to provide full management connectivity redundancy

Cisco 6400 Series — Carrier-Class Broadband Aggregator The Cisco 6400 carrier-class broadband aggregator is a high-performance, scalable service gateway that enables the selection and delivery of broadband network services, virtual private networks (VPNs), and voice- and entertainment-driven traffic over the full suite of access media. The Cisco 6400 combines the richness of Cisco IOS (R) software, Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) switching and routing capabilities, and value-added service selection in a modular, scalable, redundant, Network Equipment Building Standard (NEBS) certified and ETSI form factor.

The Cisco 6400 provides the following benefits: Session scalability-The Cisco 6400 represents a quantum leap in session scalability, capable of supporting up to 96,000 subscriber sessions through one fully configured system. This scalable and flexible approach enables service providers to deliver secure PPP-based services to a much broader customer base by leveraging any end user"s hardware and system configuration. Modular design-The Cisco 6400 is a modular platform, with capacity starting at 2000 subscribers in its entry level configuration. The Cisco 6400 is capable of expanding to 96,000 subscribers quickly and cost-effectively as business grows, all the while delivering industry leading performance with the lowest cost per subscriber session in the industry. Routing and VPN scalability-Using the Cisco 6400, service providers can simultaneously route end-user traffic over secure, independent pathways exceeding 1000 different domains or end destinations, with an aggregate throughput of over 2.4 gigabit per second forwarding capacity for handling even the most bandwidth-intensive broadband traffic. Each domain represents a VPN that may be assigned its own secure private path and own QoS level, enabling service providers to generate revenue by assigning QoS levels for each domain connection or service and charging fees accordingly. Flexible service architecture-The Cisco 6400 forms the basis of a foundation architecture which supports the widest variety of services in the industry. The Cisco 6400 supports a variety of client architectures, including bridging, routing, PPP over ATM (PPPoA), PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE), and L2TP. Supported network architectures include IP, IP over ATM, Multi-protocol label switching (MPLS) VPNs and IPSec. All of these services are supported by the full suite of Cisco IOS routing protocols. Reduction of provisioning costs-By terminating PPP sessions and mapping them to as many as 1000 routing domains without concern for overlapping private IP address spaces, the Cisco 6400 does away with the high provisioning costs and complexities of a point-to-point network architecture. Dynamic service selection-The Service Selection Gateway (SSG) allows subscribers to dynamically select on-demand services. As the gateway to New World services, the SSG enables services such as videoconferencing, streaming video, personalized Internet, business-grade Internet, shopping, and gaming to create new revenue streams and help attract and retain subscribers. The SSG allows each family member to access multiple services simultaneously for the ultimate in service utility, flexibility, and advertisement. Captive Web-based service selection portals-The Service Selection Dashboard (SSD) software works in conjunction with SSG, allowing service providers to create customized network portals for individual subscribers. Because the software is Web-based, end users need no additional software other than their own Web browser, and service providers incur no costs for software royalties or support. Through the Web-based portals, users can access their own personalized profile, on any computer and operating system, and select any number of simultaneous services by simply pointing and clicking. Access to different networks, such as the Internet, corporate intranets, gaming or other entertainment-based services is provided via an authenticated log-on that is available to all users connected from homes or small business LANs. Flexible accounting-The SSG lets service providers track and bill individual user session on a per-service basis, or even on a per-service, per- family-member basis, further enabling the deployment of on-demand services. Each individual family member may have a different set of privileges and be billed accordingly. Full Cisco IOS

Catalyst 3900 series Token Ring Switches The Catalyst 3900 is a second-generation Token Ring switch combining performance and functionality with a cost-effective price, ideally suited for desktop connectivity. The introduction of the Catalyst 3920 rounds out the desktop switching space in this world-class Token Ring switching family and combines the unsurpassed performance and functionality of the Catalyst 3900 with an even more cost-effective price.
Catalyst 3900 Features: 20 shielded Token Ring ports for 150-ohm STP or 100-ohm UTP connectivity FlexSlot accommodating two expansion modules or one double-wide module for future expansion Nine-pin EIA/TIA-232 interface for local console or modem connectivity Support for the following bridging modes: SRS, SRB, SRT Adaptive cut-through switching Automatic 4, 16, and 32 Mbps speed adaptation Automatic shared and dedicated adaptation (DTR) Two priority queues for multimedia traffic TokenChannel switch interconnect MAC address and protocol (DSAP/SNAP) filters All-routes explorer reduction Broadcast rate protection IEEE and IBM Spanning-Tree Protocol	Catalyst 3920 Features: 24 shielded Token Ring ports for 150-ohm STP or 100-ohm UTP connectivity Nine-pin EIA/TIA-232 interface for local console or modem connectivity Support for the following bridging modes: SRS, SRB, SRT Adaptive cut-through switching Automatic 4, 16 and 32 Mbps speed adaptation Automatic shared and dedicated adaptation (DTR) Two priority queues for multimedia traffic TokenChannel switch interconnect MAC address and protocol (DSAP/SNAP) filters All-routes explorer reduction Broadcast rate protection IEEE and IBM Spanning-Tree Protocol

MGX 8260 - Media Gateway The Cisco MGX 8260 is a high-density, carrier-class gateway that intelligently switches TDM and voice over IP (VoIP) traffic across packet networks. It provides service providers with a SS7-PRI gateway solution which redirects data traffic to more efficient packet networks while freeing up costly TDM resources for voice calls. Carriers can benefit from immediate cost savings by integrating the Cisco MGX 8260 gateway with existing circuit switches and diverting all data calls onto Network Access Servers (NAS).

Key Features and Benefits Highest density gateway for locally switched TDM, VoIP and modem hybrid traffic Capacity to scale to 170,000 TDM DS0 switching per 7" rack Greater than 16,000 VoIP ports per 7" rack Architected for the highest availability - no dropped calls in the event of a hardware or software failure Lowers total cost of ownership up to 50% vs. dedicated circuit switches Industry-standard call control: MGCP SS7/ PRI / IP support G.711 (PCM - 64Kbps), G.726 (ADPCM - 32Kbps), and G.729a (CSCELP - 8Kbps) voice compression Echo cancellation (G.165/G.168, 128 msec tail) Dynamic de-jitter Announcement play-outs (.au or .wav) Test line with tone detect (100, 102 and 108) Adjustable RTP sample times - 10 - 20msec Voice activity detection (VAD), with silence suppression and comfort noise generation (CNG) Reliability design factors for hardware and software - no single point of failure Supports 1:N (NSC), 1:1 (BSC, SCC, DMC) redundancy All cards are hot-swappable

Catalylist 8500 Switch The Cisco Catalyst 8500 is a Layer 3-enhanced ATM switch that seamlessly integrates wire-speed Layer 3 switching and ATM switching, eliminating the need to make a technology choice. The Catalyst 8500 family delivers campus and metropolitan network solutions with scalable performance, lower cost of ownership, and intranet-based application features to deliver increased business productivity.

The Catalyst 8500 MSR family can support integrated multiservice ATM switching and Layer 3 switching/routing in a single platform that also supports advanced Cisco IOS services for QoS and security. With the ATM Router Module (ARM), the 8500 MSR can support the seamless transport of IP/IPX traffic between Layer 3 (Gigabit Ethernet/Fast Ethernet) and ATM (T1/E1, IMA, T3/E3, OC-3c/STM-1, OC-12c/STM-4, and OC-48c/STM-16) interfaces at wire-speed. The Catalyst 8500 MSR family delivers campus backbone and metropolitan area network (MAN)/wide area network (WAN) solutions with scalable performance, lower cost of ownership, and the features needed in New World Networks.

The Catalyst 8500 CSR family of Campus Switch Routers provides the next-generation switching paradigm for both switching performance and critical network services. Including support for all IP and IPX routing standards, the Catalyst 8500 CSR family of campus backbone switches offers a complete suite of sophisticated features. The Catalyst 8500 CSR family contains several key components of the new enterprise campus network architecture, providing for high-speed performance, resiliency, quality of service (QoS), and security within the network backbone. With new ATM and Packet-over-SONET uplinks, the Catalyst 8540 CSR delivers metropolitan area network (MAN)/wide area network (WAN) solutions with scalable performance, lower cost of ownership, and the features needed in New World Networks.

BPX 8600 Series — Wide-Area Switches The Cisco BPX 8600 series is standards-based ATM switch with advanced IP and ATM capabilities. Designed to meet the demanding, high-traffic needs of a public service provider or large private enterprise, the BPX switch delivers high-performance ATM switching, multiservice adaptation and aggregation for all types of user traffic. Proven in the worlds largest ATM and Frame Relay networks, the BPX 8600 enables service providers and large enterprises to meet skyrocketing network demands.

Key Features and Benefits Integrates narrowband and broadband services in a single, highly reliable platform using a multishelf architecture. Supports up to 20 Gbps of switching capacity in a 15-slot chassis. Virtual Switch Interface (VSI) The VSI allows controllers to set-up and tear down virtual circuit converters through the BPX independent of the control protocol (PNNI, MPLS, SS7) and independent of whether the controller is internal or external to the chassis. Includes intelligent call processing for Frame Relay and ATM switched virtual circuits (SVCs). Reliability in mission-critical enterprise networks and demanding service provider environments. With high port density, each Cisco BPX 8600 series switch supports numbers of users ranging from hundreds to hundreds of thousands, while lowering the cost per subscriber. High service availability and performance Stratm technology

MGX 8220 — Edge Concentrator Cisco MGX 8220 is a standards-based, integrated ATM edge concentrator that provides aggregation of a variety of services to a standard ATM User-Network Interface (UNI) or Network-to-Network Interface (NNI) port. The MGX 8220 edge concentrator can be used as an integrated or remote adjunct shelf for Cisco`s ATM switch product lines. In addition, it can serve as a standalone unit that aggregates traffic for transmission to and from an ATM network.