Multi-rate up to 11.3 Gbps including Ethernet LAN, WAN PHY or
Sonet OC-192 with or without FEC
(3)
, Fibre Channel, Infiniband
(1)
2-slot and 4-slot chassis
(2)
Intra-blade port mapping only
(3)
Use only XFPs that do not require a reference clock
Management
Each MCC chassis is managed using a robust, industry-standard command line interface (CLI) accessed through
either a serial connection or an Ethernet port. An on-board SNMP agent and a Java-based graphical user interface
(GUI) are also accessed from the network.
Automation using the MCC’s Tcl application programming interface (API) increases test velocity and provides for
unattended dynamic testing. MCC automation is also available through scripting CLI commands with the Perl/
Expect interface, SNMP tools, or using the CLI source command.
MCC Applications in Laboratories
The MCC is ideal for use in any testing environment to increase productivity and minimize capital and operational
expenses. The amount of equipment needed to support the test workload is minimized by sharing expensive test
sets and test bed equipment among users. Test lab productivity is increased by storing and recalling frequently used
topologies, scripting configurations, and tests to be performed automatically. Eliminating manual manipulation
of optical cables minimizes the effects of cable wear and fiber contamination on test results for more accurate tests
and fewer re-tests. Tests such as cable breaks or port failover simulation, multi-casting test patterns at wire speed,
and simulating long-haul cable scenarios are easily accomplished using the flexible mapping configurations of
the MCC. Typical examples of MCC use in the lab are illustrated in FIGURE 1 and FIGURE 2.
2
Datasheet
FIGURE 1
Typical MCC lab application
FIGURE 2
Network simulation test
MCC Applications in Enterprise IT Networks
The many users and high data rates in a typical enterprise network does not lend itself feasibly or economically to
constant monitoring of all network activity. The typical strategy uses statistical tools to identify potential issues in
order to isolate compromised data flows for more focused analysis. In order to minimize network downtime, it is
critical to have timely access to management tools to identify the problem. With the remote access and mapping
capabilities the MCC offers a strategy to provide this efficient link to quickly and remotely deploy network monitoring
equipment, helping IT managers to shorten response time and lower the total solution cost. This MCC application
is illustrated in FIGURE 3.
3
Datasheet
FIGURE 3
Sharing probes and analyzers in IT networks
Control Network
Media Cross Connect
Connect your probe where
you need it with just one click
Monitored
Link
Span Ports
Internet
LAN
Probe Appliance
Network Users
Physical Specifications: CHASSIS
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Cooling Air
Relative Humidity
Physical Dimensions:
NC316-72PMC
NC316-144PMC
NC316-288PMC
Maximum
Weight:
0
0
C to 50
0
C (32
0
F to 122
0
F)
-40 C to 70 C (-40 F to 158 F)
25 mm (1”) clearance from external chassis vents to allow unobstructed air flow through the unit
85% maximum, non-condensing
156 mm high x 442 mm wide x 286 mm deep (6.12” x 17.4” x 11.25”) -- rack height 4U*
221 mm high x 438 mm wide x 305 mm deep (8.7” x 17.25” x 12”)
- - rack height 5U*
0
0
0
0
400 mm high x 438 mm wide x 305 mm deep (15.75” x 17.25” x 12”) - - rack height 9U*
9.5 kg (21 lbs)
15.0 kg (33 lbs)
28.6 kg (63 lbs)
191 Watts (652 BTU/hr)
374 Watts (1276 BTU/hr)
808 Watts (2757 BTU/hr)
FCC Part 15, Class A; IC, Class A; EMC Directive: Emission (Class A) and Immunity;
LVD Directive: Electrical Safety; CE Marking; TUV CUE Mark (Canada, USA, EU);
WEEE Directive: Wheelie Bin Mark; RoHS Directive, China RoHS
NC316-72PMC
NC316-144PMC
NC316-288PMC
(loaded chassis)
Maximum Power:
(loaded chassis)
NC316-72PMC
NC316-144PMC
NC316-288PMC
Compliance
*1U=1.75”=44.45 mm
Maximum chassis weights are estimated maximum configuration weights calculated with the heaviest blades
currently available. Maximum power usage is calculated with 1 Watt per SFP, the maximum power usage from the
SFP standard.
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