Product Type | Network Adapters |
Form Factor | Plug-In Module |
Weight | Approx. 0.1 lbs (0.045 kg) |
Power Consumption | 4.85 Watt |
Compatibility | Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms and Cisco 4000 Series ISRs |
DSP Channels | 128 |
Use Case | High-density digital voice and conferencing applications |
Technology | Digital Signal Processor (DSP) |
Supported Applications | TDM Voice, VoIP, Voice Conferencing, Transcoding, Voice Packetization |
Installation Location | Onboard motherboard or T1/E1 NIM slot |
CISCO PVDM4-128 128-Channel High-Density Voice DSP Module


Key Benefits

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- - Enables high-density, low-power voice signal processing ideal for scaling enterprise VoIP solutions
- - Seamless integration with Cisco Catalyst 8000 and 4000 series offers future-proof modularity
- - TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing support procurement in government and secure environments
Product Overview
The CISCO PVDM4-128 is a specialized 128-channel DSP module designed for demanding voice processing tasks. Compatible with the Cisco Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms and 4000 Series ISRs, it supports onboard motherboard or T1/E1 module slot installation. Delivering strong T1/E1 digital voice to IP conversion capabilities, it operates efficiently at 4.85 watts. The compact module, measuring 2.5 x 2.62 x 0.67 inches, is both TAA compliant and made in the United States, making it ideal for secure government and enterprise use cases.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 2.5 inches (6.35 cm) |
Depth | 2.62 inches (6.65 cm) |
Height | 0.67 inches (1.7 cm) |
Mounting Type | Internal Plug-in |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C) |
Operating Humidity | 10% to 85% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cooling | Passive (via chassis airflow) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Managed via Cisco IOS on associated router |
Licensing Model | Included with ISR Voice Security bundle or separately licensed |
Licensing Requirement | DSP resources controlled via IOS license |
Supported Platforms | Cisco Catalyst 8200, 8300, 4000 Series |
Interfaces
Interface Type | On-board motherboard connector or T1/E1 module slot |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Interface Support | T1/E1 Digital Voice Interfaces |
Max Concurrent Voice Calls | Up to 128 voice channels |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
EMC Compliance | FCC Part 15 Class A, EN55032 Class A |
Safety Approvals | UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 |
REACH Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Integrated Security Capabilities | Enabled based on Cisco ISR security features |
Media Encryption Support | Yes, with ISR configuration (e.g., SRTP) |
Firewall Compatibility | Works with ISR embedded firewall |