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- Manufacturer: Cisco
- Model or Part: C8546-MSP-FCL
- Condition: New
- Weight: 5.00lb
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Overview
The Cisco 8500 Multiservice Switch Processor (part number C8546-MSP-FCL) is a high-performance, carrier-grade processing module designed to deliver robust routing, switching and security services in a compact form factor. Engineered for the Cisco 8500 series chassis, this processor provides the core intelligence that powers demanding enterprise and service provider networks, ensuring low latency, high throughput and reliable operation 24x7.
Key Features
- Integrated multi-protocol routing engine supporting IPv4, IPv6, MPLS and VPN services
- Advanced security functions including ACLs, firewall filters and intrusion detection
- Scalable performance with up to 560 Gbps of switching capacity per slot
- Redundant power and fan modules for uninterrupted service
- Modular design that simplifies upgrades and maintenance
- Comprehensive management via Cisco IOS XE, SNMP and NETCONF
Technical Specifications
- Processor type: Multi-core Cisco silicon
- Clock speed: 2.5 GHz per core
- Memory: 16 GB DDR4 RAM, 8 GB flash storage
- Interfaces: 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet, 2 x 40 Gigabit Ethernet uplinks
- Power consumption: 150 W typical, 200 W maximum
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Dimensions: 4.5 in height (1U), 17.5 in width, 10 in depth
Applications
This processor is ideal for:
- Enterprise campus cores requiring high bandwidth and secure segmentation
- Service provider edge routers handling broadband aggregation and metro Ethernet
- Data center interconnects that need low latency and high availability
- Virtual private network gateways delivering reliable remote access
- Network function virtualization (NFV) platforms that benefit from integrated processing power
By integrating the Cisco 8500 Multiservice Switch Processor into your network infrastructure, you gain a future-ready solution that scales with traffic growth, simplifies operations and protects critical data with industry-leading security features.