CISCO NCS55A1 Fixed 36x100G Scale Router Chassis

VENDOR: CISCO Mfg Part#: NCS-55A1-36H-RPHY
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  • 36x100G wired Ethernet interfaces for high-speed data transport
  • Supports protocols including Gigabit Ethernet, OSPFv2, OSPFv3, and ISIS
  • Remote management enabled via SNMP, SSH, IPv4, and IPv6
  • Data secured through AES encryption and authenticated with TACACS+
  • TAA-compliant for use in government and sensitive deployments
  • Built without onboard processing for flexible system integration

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Key Benefits

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  • Delivers exceptional data throughput with 36x100G ports, ideal for future-proofing large network uplinks
  • Comprehensive routing and management protocol support enhances deployment flexibility across enterprise and service provider networks
  • TAA compliance makes it a strong choice for contract-sensitive or government-regulated projects

Product Overview

The CISCO NCS55A1 Fixed 36x100G Scale Router Chassis is a carrier-grade networking system tailored for Remote PHY aggregation and high-bandwidth routing environments. Featuring 36x100G ports, it supports advanced data transport protocols including Gigabit Ethernet, OSPFv2/OSPFv3, and ISIS, and ensures secure data transactions via the AES encryption algorithm. Remote management capabilities via SNMP, SSH, IPv4/IPv6 enhance deployability and operations. TAA compliance enables use in government-regulated sectors. The unit does not include a processor, requiring complementary infrastructure for processing operations.

Specifications

Product Overview

Product Type Carrier-Grade Router Chassis
Model NCS55A1
Form Factor Fixed 2RU Chassis
Application Remote PHY aggregation, high-bandwidth routing
Connectivity Technology Wired
Power Supply AC or DC redundant power supplies (depending on configuration)
Power Consumption Typically ~900W (max over 1200W depending on config)
Weight Approximately 26.7 lbs (12.1 kg) without optics
Redundancy Power and fan tray redundancy

Wireless Features

Wi-Fi Support

Compliance & Origin

Country of Origin China / United States
TAA Compliant Yes
Compliance Standards RoHS, NEBS Level 3
Certifications UL, CE, FCC, ICES, VCCI, RCM, EAC

Advanced Security Features

Encryption Algorithm AES
Authentication Methods TACACS+, RADIUS
Secure Boot Yes
Control Plane Protection Yes
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Yes
ACL Support Yes
Identity-Based Firewall Capabilities Yes

Interfaces

Total Interfaces 36
Interface Type QSFP28
Port Speed 100 Gbps per port
Aggregate Switching Capacity 3.6 Tbps
Data Link Protocols Ethernet, IEEE 802.3
Transport Protocols Gigabit Ethernet
Routing Protocols OSPFv2, OSPFv3, ISIS
Port Type 100GE

Physical & Environmental

Chassis Height 2 RU
Dimensions (HxWxD) 3.47 in x 17.3 in x 20.6 in (8.8 cm x 43.9 cm x 52.3 cm)
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Operating Humidity (noncondensing) 5% to 85%
Storage Humidity (noncondensing) 5% to 95%
Cooling Mechanism Front-to-back airflow; fan tray module
Rack Mountable Yes

Cloud Management & Licensing

Management Interface SNMP, SSH, CLI, NETCONF, RESTCONF
Remote Management Protocols SNMP, SSH, IPv4, IPv6
Licensing Model Cisco Smart Licensing
Cloud Support Cisco Crosswork, IOS XR APIs