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Cisco NCS 57C3 Base Chassis with 48x25G, 8x100G, 3xMP Ports

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: NCS-57C3-MOD-S
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  • 48x fixed 25G ports, 8x 100G ports, and 3 modular port adapters
  • Supports Ethernet speeds from 1G to 400G via QSFP-DD and CFP2 DCO
  • Includes MACSec encryption for secure data transmission
  • Compatible with administrative protocols: TACACS+, SNMP, SSH
  • IPv4 and IPv6 dual-stack network support
  • TAA compliant; manufactured in China and/or the United States

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Key Benefits

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  • Supports a broad range of Ethernet speeds (1G to 400G), ideal for future-ready network deployments
  • Robust security and management capabilities including MACSec, SSH, SNMP and TACACS+
  • Backed by Cisco’s one-year limited hardware warranty for enterprise-grade reliability

Product Overview

The Cisco NCS 57C3 Base Chassis (model NCS-57C3-MOD-S) is engineered for demanding network edge and core environments, offering a scalable architecture with high-density port configurations. It features 48 fixed 25G ports, 8 fixed 100G ports, and 3 modular port adapters (MPAs), enabling support for Ethernet speeds from 1G to 400G via QSFP-DD and CFP2 DCO interfaces. This makes the chassis suitable for applications requiring dynamic traffic management and future-proof throughput capacity.

Security and protocol support are central to its functionality. Integrated MACSec encryption ensures secure communication, while compatibility with TACACS+, SNMP, and SSH offers flexible administrative control. Dual-stack IPv4 and IPv6 support ensures seamless integration into modern networking infrastructures. The device complies with TAA regulations and originates from either China or the United States, depending on configuration.

Backed by a one-year limited hardware warranty, the Cisco NCS 57C3 chassis provides investment protection and operational assurance. This model is ideal for telecom service providers, enterprise networks, and hyperscale data centers requiring resilient and high-bandwidth switching. With its modularity and wide interface support, it positions enterprises for long-term scalability and network agility.

Specifications

Product Overview
Product Type Carrier-grade modular routing chassis
Form Factor Rack-mountable
Rack Units 2U
Modular Components Supports up to 3 Modular Port Adapters (MPAs)
Fixed Ports 48 x 25G, 8 x 100G
Performance Up to 4.8 Tbps system bandwidth
Power Supply Options Dual redundant AC or DC power supply (configurable)
Max Power Consumption Approximately 900W (varies by configuration)
Power Redundancy Yes, N+1 power redundancy supported
Hot-swappable Components Yes (power supply, fans, and MPAs)
Warranty 1-year limited hardware warranty

Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support

Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin China / United States (varies by configuration)
TAA Compliance Yes
RoHS Compliance Yes
EMC Standards FCC Part 15 Class A, EN55032 Class A, CISPR 32 Class A
Safety Standards UL 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, IEC 60950-1
Certifications CE, UL, CSA, CUS, RCM, VCCI, BSMI

Advanced Security Features
Integrated Encryption MACSec (IEEE 802.1AE)
Access Authentication TACACS+, RADIUS support
Secure Management SSHv2, SNMPv3, HTTPS
IP Routing Support IPv4 and IPv6 dual stack
Control-Plane Protection Yes, CoPP policies supported
L2 and L3 Protocol Support MPLS, BGP, OSPF, IS-IS, Segment Routing

Interfaces
25G Ethernet Ports 48 x SFP28
100G Ethernet Ports 8 x QSFP28
Modular Port Adapter Slots 3 x MPA bays
MPA Port Support Supports 1G/10G/25G/40G/100G/200G/400G via QSFP-DD, CFP2 DCO
MACSec Support Yes, on all fixed ports
Interface Standards IEEE 802.3 compliant
Packet Buffer Size 40 MB per NPU
Switching Capacity Up to 4.8 Tbps full duplex

Physical & Environmental
Dimensions (W x D x H) 17.4 in x 21.7 in x 3.5 in (442 mm x 551 mm x 89 mm)
Weight 44.1 lbs (20 kg)
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 5% to 85% non-condensing
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Cooling Method Front-to-back airflow, field-replaceable fan trays
Mounting Options 19-inch rack mountable

Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface CLI, SNMP, SSH, NETCONF
Supported Management Platforms Cisco Crosswork, Cisco IOS XR CLI, Cisco EPN Manager
Licensing Model Perpetual base license with optional software feature licenses
Software Updates Requires valid Cisco Smart Licensing account