Packet: COP50 Bypass RTM
- Fail-to-Wire bypass module for FlexPacket ATCA-PP50
- Provides protection against network outages for in-line DPI systems
Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) technology is being used to deliver many network services including traffic shaping, tiered services, policy control (e.g., fair usage) and security against attacks such as Intrusion Detection & Prevention (IDS/IPS) or Distributed Denial of Service (DDOS). These services are much more effective when placed inline with the network, also called “bump in the wire”.
Inline equipment must be protected against failure in order to avoid network outage should a fault occur. Faults could be power failures or individual boards, software or interfaces failing. While carrier network equipment provides a full high availability solution to avoid outages, for these cost sensitive “service” platforms high availability is not always possible.
The FlexPacket RTM-COP50 GbE copper bypass Rear Transition Module provides a cost-effective alternative. Using a combination of hardware bypass technology and a management processor, the product monitors the DPI platform for failures. In normal operation, traffic passes into the RTM and through to the DPI processor. In the event of failure detection – including complete power outage – the product diverts traffic around the device, thereby avoiding network outages.
By including this bypass capability inside the ATCA system, customers no longer require external bypass solutions which increase cost and result in extra devices that need to be managed in an operator’s network. Together with the FlexPacket ATCA-PP50 packet processor blade, the COP50 represents the best-in-class ATCA solution for deploying inline DPI applications.
Features & Benefits
SYSTEM PERFORMANCE
- Supports inline DPI for greater control & accuracy
- Lower cost, higher density
NETWORK PROTECTION
- Avoids network outage if inline equipment fails
- Protects against application, blade & power failures
APPLICATIONS
- Traffic shaping, service & policy control, IDS/IPS/DDOS
ELEGANT SOLUTION
- Only one system to manage
- RTM directly integrated into ATCA system
- Avoids requirement for external bypass device
- No requirement for costly or complex fully-redundant configurations
Specifications
I/O
- 10 x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet Ports (with bypass)
- Bypass ports arrange as 5x pairs
- Each pair supports one network and one user facing port
- 2 x 10GbE SFP+ cages including SR & LR optic options (no bypass)
- 0Console port (microDB9 port)
SOFTWARE & BYPASS CONTROL
- Bypass configuration controlled from front card via API
- Configuration includes setting bypass options, watchdog periods etc.
- RTM incorporates local watchdog for detecting faults, heartbeats from front card IPMC
- SuperCap powered in event of power outage (no batteries)
- Module is hot swappable
COMPATIBILITY
- Compatible with FlexPacket ATCA-PP50 packet processor blade (zone 3 connection)
- Suitable for 2, 6 & 14 slot FlexTCA systems
MECHANICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE
- Standard 8U single-slot (6 HP) RTM
- Operating environment:
- Temperature: 0C to +55C
- Humidity: 5%-80% (non-condensing)
- Vibration: 20Hz-2KHz random multi-axis, 0.5G RMS - Storage/transportation environment:
- Temperature: -40C to +85C
- Humidity: 5%-95% (non-condensing)
- Vibration: 20Hz-2KHz random multi-axis, 6G RMS - Assembly components meet UL 94-V0 flammability rating
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
- UL 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
- IEC/EN 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
- FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A
- CE Mark – Meets EMC directive 89/336/EEC
- Designed for Telcordia NEBS GR-63-CORE and GR-1089-CORE Level 3
- RoHS 6 / 6 Compliant
Diagram
FLEXPACKET RTM-COP50 MODES OF OPERATION (SHOWN FOR 1 PAIR OF PORTS)
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