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Cisco NIM-PVDM-128 PVDM Voice DSP Module for Data Networking - Network Interface Module (NIM)
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Technical Overview
This PVDM module provides dedicated Digital Signal Processing resources optimized for voice and data traffic handling. The NIM-PVDM-128 integrates seamlessly with Cisco's routing architecture, offering enhanced processing capabilities without requiring additional external hardware.
The module's design ensures efficient thermal management and reliable operation in continuous deployment scenarios. Its compatibility with specific Cisco router families makes it a strategic upgrade for expanding network processing capacity.
Key Product Advantages
The compact physical design allows for flexible deployment in space-constrained environments while maintaining full functionality. The module's standardized NIM interface ensures reliable connectivity and simplifies installation procedures.
Enhanced Processing Capacity
The PVDM-128 delivers dedicated DSP resources that offload processing tasks from the main router CPU, improving overall system performance and enabling more efficient handling of voice and data traffic.
Seamless Cisco Integration
Designed specifically for Cisco routing platforms, this module integrates smoothly with existing network infrastructure, maintaining operational consistency and simplifying deployment processes.
Deployment / Use Cases
The module is particularly valuable in environments requiring enhanced voice processing alongside data networking functions. Its compatibility with specific Cisco router families makes it ideal for network upgrades where maintaining ecosystem consistency is important.
Consider this PVDM module when expanding network capacity without replacing entire routing platforms, as it provides a cost-effective way to add specialized processing capabilities to existing infrastructure.
Enterprise Network Expansion
Deploy the NIM-PVDM-128 in Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms to enhance voice processing capabilities for unified communications deployments, supporting increased call volumes and advanced voice features.
Service Provider Router Enhancement
Install this module in 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers to boost data processing capacity for service provider edge applications, improving performance for VPN, QoS, and other advanced networking services.
Physical Profile
The NIM-PVDM-128 features a compact design measuring 1.25" in height, 3.50" in width, and 7.24" in depth, with an approximate weight of 7.20 ounces. This form factor optimizes rack space utilization while ensuring adequate airflow for thermal management.
The module's dimensions are standardized for NIM slots, ensuring proper fit and reliable mechanical connection in compatible Cisco routers. The lightweight construction facilitates easy handling during installation and maintenance procedures.
- Width
- 3.50" (88.90 mm)
- Depth
- 7.24" (183.90 mm)
- Height
- 1.25" (31.75 mm)
- Weight
- 7.20 oz (204.12 g)
Highlights
- Cisco NIM-PVDM-128 PVDM Voice DSP Module
- Enhances processing capacity for data networking applications
- Installs in Network Interface Module (NIM) slots
- Compatible with Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms
- Works with 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers
- Compact design: 1.25"H × 3.50"W × 7.24"D
- Lightweight at approximately 7.20 ounces
- Dedicated Digital Signal Processing resources
- Optimized for voice and data traffic handling
- Standardized NIM interface for reliable connectivity
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | NIM-PVDM-128 |
| Brand Name | Cisco |
| Product Name | PVDM |
| Product Type | PVDM |
| Technical Information | |
| Application/Usage | Data Networking |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Expansion Slot Type | Network Interface Module (NIM) |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 1.25" (31.75 mm) |
| Width | 3.50" (88.90 mm) |
| Depth | 7.24" (183.90 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 7.20 oz (204.12 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Cisco Products: Catalyst 8000 Edge Platforms Family 4000 Series Integrated Services Routers |
FAQ
What is the primary function of the Cisco NIM-PVDM-128 module?
The Cisco NIM-PVDM-128 is a PVDM Voice DSP Module that provides dedicated Digital Signal Processing resources to enhance processing capacity for data networking applications. It offloads voice and data processing tasks from the main router CPU, improving overall system performance in compatible Cisco routing platforms.
What type of expansion slot does this module require for installation?
This module requires a Network Interface Module (NIM) slot for installation. The NIM-PVDM-128 is designed specifically for NIM interfaces on compatible Cisco routers, providing a standardized mechanical and electrical connection that ensures reliable operation and proper integration with the router's architecture.
What are the physical dimensions of the NIM-PVDM-128 module?
The module measures 1.25 inches (31.75 mm) in height, 3.50 inches (88.90 mm) in width, and 7.24 inches (183.90 mm) in depth. It weighs approximately 7.20 ounces (204.12 grams). These compact dimensions allow for efficient use of rack space while maintaining adequate airflow for thermal management in network environments.
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