The Huawei CX600 Metro Services Platform is a robust solution designed to meet the demands of modern mobile transport networks. It is typically deployed at the aggregation or core layer, providing end-to-end multi-service transport solutions for wireless and private line scenarios. The CX600 series is known for its carrier-class reliability and advanced service processing capabilities, making it a preferred choice for operators looking to build efficient metropolitan area networks.
The CX600 series, including the CX600-X8 model, leverages distributed hardware-based forwarding and non-blocking switching technologies. This ensures line-rate forwarding capabilities, excellent scalability, and strong service processing capabilities. It supports a wide range of services, such as L2VPN, L3VPN, EVPN, multicast VPN, and Segment Routing technologies, making it versatile for various network requirements.
Huawei’s CX600 platform is built on the mature Versatile Routing Platform (VRP), ensuring high reliability, expansibility, and maintainability. It supports both Layer 2 and Layer 3 services, including Ethernet access, IP leased line, and VPN services, catering to both individual and enterprise users. The platform’s enhanced video features and QoS mechanisms further enhance its service delivery capabilities.
The Huawei CX600-X8 features a bidirectional switching capacity of 7.08 Tbit/s and an interface capacity of 3.84 Tbit/s. It is powered by a 1.5 GHz processing unit with 4 GB SDRAM, 4 MB NVRAM, 32 MB Flash, and 4 GB CF card storage. The chassis dimensions are 620 mm x 442 mm x 650 mm (H x W x D), with a typical power consumption of 4100W and heat dissipation of 13289.74 BTU/hour. It supports DC input voltage from -38 V to -72 V and AC input voltage from 90 V to 275 V, with an operating temperature range of 0°C to 45°C.
The CX600-X8 chassis includes eight LPU slots, two SRU slots, and one SFU slot, supporting hot-swappable components for easy maintenance. It features indicators for various components to display operational status or potential faults. The platform supports both DC and AC power supply systems, with DC power utilizing four 70 A Power Entry Modules in a 2+2 backup mode.
The CX600 series supports a wide range of networking protocols and services, including L2VPN, L3VPN, EVPN, multicast VPN, Segment Routing-MPLS, and Segment Routing IPv6. It is designed for high-capacity and reliable service transport, making it suitable for large-scale network deployments.
| Period | Owner / Marketer | Notes |
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| 1987-present | Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. | Huawei has been the sole owner and developer of the CX600 series since its inception. |
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