NCS-5516-SYS Overview
The Cisco NCS 5500 Series NCS-5516-SYS is a high-capacity 16-slot modular chassis designed for very large scale aggregation and core applications. It delivers massive 100GbE interface density and redundancy for service provider networks.
The Cisco NCS-5516-SYS provides outstanding flexibility, scalability, and future-proof investment protection. It supports a wide range of interface speeds and options from 10GbE to 400GbE. The chassis can be deployed as a standalone system or as part of a multichassis distributed cluster, providing horizontal scale.
With its advanced routing and bridging capabilities powered by IOS XR software, the NCS-5516-SYS is ideal for very high-density aggregation, peering and core applications. It meets stringent service provider core requirements for performance, environmentals, and availability.
Quick Specifications
Feature | Details |
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Part Number | NCS-5516-SYS |
Description | Base System HW for Flexible Consumption |
Capacity | Based on MPA |
Software | Cisco IOS XR |
Form Factor | 16-slot modular chassis |
Power Supply | Dual PSU |
NCS-5516-SYS Details and Highlights
- Modular chassis with 16 MPA slots
- Capacity based on MPA cards installed
- Supports MACsec encryption on all data ports
- High availability with redundant route processors and power supplies
- Built-in optical interface module for timing and synchronization
- Designed for NEBS Level 3, ETSI, seismic zone 4 deployment
- Excellent power efficiency with AC and DC power supply options
Supported Products
Part Number | Description |
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NCS-5516-SYS | Base chassis |
NCS 5700 line cards | 400GbE and 100GbE capacity |
Comparison to Similar Models
Model | Capacity | Slots | Power Supply |
---|---|---|---|
NCS-5516-SYS | Based on MPA | 16 MPA Slots | Dual PSU |
NCS-5508-SYS | Based on MPA | 16 MPA Slots | 6-slot PSU |
NCS-5504-SYS | Based on MPA | 7 MPA Slots | Dual PSU |
Full Specifications
Feature | Details |
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Chassis | Modular chassis 16 MPA slots Dual power supply slots 5 route processor slots |
Interface Modules | Based on MPA |
Route Processors | NCS-5516-SYS supports RSP2 and RSP3 route processors |
Power | 110-240VAC dual power supply (default) -48 to -60VDC dual power supply (optional) 2500W max power consumption |
Physical | Dimensions (HxWxD): 28 x 17.3 x 23.2 in (71.1 x 43.9 x 58.9 cm) Weight: 253 lb (115 kg) fully configured |
Supported Modules and Accessories
Part Number | Description |
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NCS 5700 MPA | 400GbE and 100GbE interface modules |
N55-PAC-2500W-D | 2500W DC power supply |
N55-PAC-2500W-AC | 2500W AC power supply |
N55-RSP3 | Route Processor 3 |
NCS-5516-SYS Licensing
The Cisco NCS-5516-SYS requires Cisco IOS XR software licenses for operation:
- Essentials RTU and Software Innovation Access (SIA) term licenses
- Capacity based on MPA cards installed
Installation and Deployment
- Designed for 19 inch rack mounting in data centers
- ETSI 300mm and 600mm rack mounting supported
- Can be deployed as a standalone router or as part of a multichassis cluster
Compliance and Safety
- NEBS Level 3 compliance
- AS/NZS CISPR 32 Class A
- CE marking compliant to EMC directive and LV directive
- FCC Part 15 Class A
- ICES 003 Class A
- UL/IEC/EN 60950-1
- AS/NZS 60950.1
Warranty and Support
- 1 year limited hardware warranty
- Software services and support available
- Cisco Smart Services for proactive diagnostics and monitoring
NCS-5516-SYS End of Life Policy
- Notification for EOL is provided 12 months in advance
- Support is available for 5 years after EOL announcement
- Hardware replacement for critical bugs available for 5 years after EOL
- More details at Cisco EOL Policy
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