Product Type | Service Provider Edge Router |
Form Factor | 1RU rack-mountable |
CPU | 8-core 1.7 GHz processor |
Memory (RAM) | 8 GB DRAM |
Internal Storage | 32 GB |
Power Supply Type | Dual -48V DC power inputs |
Redundant Power Supply | Yes |
MTBF | Over 270,000 hours |
Warranty | 1-Year Limited Warranty |
Cisco NCS 540 28X10G + 4X100G DC Router



Key Benefits

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- - High port density and uplink speeds make it ideal for service providers and WAN aggregation
- - Compact 1RU design with rich features fits space-constrained environments without compromising performance
- - Designed for regulatory compliance with TAA support and backed by Cisco’s limited hardware warranty
Product Overview
The Cisco NCS 540 28X10G + 4X100G DC router offers 28x 1GE/10GE and 4x 40GE/100GE high-speed port configurations in a compact 1RU form factor, making it suitable for high-density networking environments. It leverages an 8-core 1.7GHz CPU with 8GB DRAM and 32GB storage for robust performance. Support for OSPFv2, OSPFv3, TACACS+, and SSH ensures advanced routing and secure access. With TAA compliance and a 1-year limited warranty, it targets both enterprise and government-level applications where uptime, security, and scalability are critical.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (H x W x D) | 1.72 x 17.5 x 18.2 in. (43.6 x 444.5 x 462.3 mm) |
Weight | 20.5 lbs (9.3 kg) |
Rack Mountable | Yes |
Operating Temperature | -40°C to +65°C |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to +70°C |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Altitude | Up to 13,000 ft (4000 m) |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | CLI, SNMP, SSH, NETCONF, RESTCONF |
Supported OS | Cisco IOS XR |
Licensing Model | Subscription and perpetual |
Included Licensing | Base license; add-ons required for advanced features |
Interfaces
Total Ethernet Ports | 32 |
10G SFP+ Ports | 28 |
100G QSFP28 Ports | 4 |
Port Types Supported | 1G/10G SFP+, 40G/100G QSFP28 |
Management Ports | 1x RJ-45 console, 1x USB, 1x 10/100/1000 Mbps RJ-45 Ethernet |
Data Throughput | Up to 800 Gbps aggregate |
Switch Fabric Capacity | 800 Gbps |
Interface Slots | Fixed configuration (no modular slots) |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Brazil / China / Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | ROHS, REACH, UL, NEBS Level 3 |
EMC Standards | EN55032, EN55024, CISPR 22/24 |
Advanced Security Features
Access Control | TACACS+, RADIUS, AAA |
Encryption Protocols | SSH, SNMPv3 |
Routing Protocols | OSPFv2, OSPFv3, IS-IS, BGP |
Secure Boot and Image Signing | Yes |
Software Integrity Assurance | Yes |