Cisco MGX-PXM1 8850 PXM1 Card

Overview
The Cisco MGX-PXM1, also known as the 8850 PXM1 Card, is a high-performance packet processing module designed for Cisco 8850 Series routers. It delivers advanced traffic management, deep packet inspection and flexible service insertion while maintaining low latency and high throughput. Ideal for service provider networks and large enterprise edge deployments, the PXM1 card enhances the capabilities of the chassis with scalable processing power and extensive protocol support.

Key Features

• Up to 10 Gbps of line rate processing per port for demanding data streams
• Hardware acceleration for deep packet inspection, QoS enforcement and traffic shaping
• Supports a wide range of protocols including IPv4, IPv6, MPLS, L2TP, GRE and IPsec
• Modular design allows hot-swap installation without service interruption
• Integrated security functions such as intrusion detection and denial of service mitigation
• Energy efficient operation with low power consumption per slot

Technical Specifications

• Model/Part Number: MGX-PXM1
• Form factor: 2RU line card for Cisco 8850 chassis
• Processor: Multi-core ASIC with parallel packet processing pipelines
• Memory: 8 GB DDR3 SDRAM, 2 GB flash storage
• Interfaces: 4 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet SFP+ ports
• Maximum throughput: 40 Gbps aggregate
• Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
• Power draw: 120 watts typical
• Compliance: RoHS, FCC Part 15 Class B

Typical Applications

• Carrier edge routers that require high speed packet inspection and policy enforcement
• Enterprise WAN aggregation points needing robust QoS and security services
• Data center interconnects where low latency and high throughput are critical
• Network virtualization platforms that benefit from hardware offload of virtual network functions
• Service provider broadband access networks that demand scalable traffic shaping and monitoring

The Cisco 8850 PXM1 Card provides a powerful, flexible solution for modern networks that must balance performance, security and operational efficiency. By integrating advanced processing capabilities directly into the router chassis, it enables operators to deliver reliable, high-quality services while simplifying network architecture.