Router/8 Module Set
Features
- Channelized IP/IPX Routing with Direct 1-0 Cross-Connect Integration
- Eight Port 10/100Base-T Switch Functionality
- Frame Relay Support on a Single WAN Interface for up to 256 Virtual Circuits
- 32 Virtual WAN Interfaces Operating at Nx56 and Nx64 Kbps
- Three External Alarm Contact Inputs
- Network Address Translation (NAT), IP/IPX Filtering, OSPF, Data Compression, and DHCP
Introduction
The Router/8 Module set consists of an application module and interface module, which offers a higher level of integration than using disparate devices (DCS, external router, and standalone hub). This module consolidates packet traffic from up to 32 distinct paths, reduces cost through the elimination of physical WAN interfaces, and integrates Ethernet switch functionality.
Capabilities and Features
The Router/8 is compatible with other Ethernet/PPP/Frame Relay compliant routers. The incorporation of IP routing functions directly interconnected to a cross-connect fabric distinguishes the Router/8 Module from competing products. Routed data traverses the backplane and leverages other module sets in the product portfolio as physical WAN interfaces.
Benefits
Wireless Service Providers can use the Router/8 to manage individual base stations and associated equipment within the site; and to consolidate traffic from neighboring base stations at the IP layer for long-distance backhaul to the MTSO.
Competitive Local Exchange Carriers (CLECs), Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and Integrated Communications Providers (ICPs) can deploy the Router/8 in remote collocation facilities as part of a remote management strategy. This enables remote provisioning and diagnostic control of the DNX and other collocated equipment, without the expense and delays of dispatching service personnel to the remote facility.
Router/8 Traffic Consolidation
