High-Performance Cisco Router NCS-5501-SYS 1.2Tbps , Compact 1RU Design SDN & Carrier-Grade Reliability

The Cisco NCS-5501-SYS is a high-density, compact 1RU router designed for service providers and enterprises demanding scalable, low-latency performance. Powered by Cisco Silicon One ASIC, it delivers 1.2Tbps throughput with 100G/400G interfaces, making it ideal for 5G backhaul, IP/MPLS core networks, and data center interconnect (DCI).

Key Features & Benefits

1. Carrier-Grade Performance

   • 1.2Tbps throughput and high-port density for 100G/400G deployments.

   • Cisco IOS XR OS: Supports SDN, segment routing (SRv6/SRv4), and real-time telemetry.

2. Compact & Energy-Efficient Design

   • 1RU form factor saves space in crowded data centers.

   • Low-power Silicon One chips reduce operational costs.

3. Advanced Security & Reliability

   • Hardware-based encryption (MACsec, IPsec) and BGP Flowspec for DDoS mitigation.

   • Redundant power/fan modules ensure 99.999% uptime.

4. Cloud & Automation Ready

   • NETCONF/YANG APIs for seamless integration with SDN controllers (Cisco ACI, third-party).

   • Supports NFV and containerized workloads for cloud-native deployments.

Technical Specifications

Use Cases

• 5G Mobile Backhaul: Low-latency, high-bandwidth transport.

• IP/MPLS Core: Scalable aggregation for service providers.

• Cloud & DCI: Secure, automated interconnect for distributed workloads.

The NCS-5501-SYS combines density, automation, and future-proof scalability in a compact chassis, backed by Cisco’s carrier-grade reliability. Ideal for operators modernizing networks for IoT, edge computing, and hyperscale traffic.

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