Description
Introduction to the Control Processor
The NC6-RP (Cisco Route Control Processor) is a high-performance, modular route processor for the Cisco Nexus 6000 series switches. It provides the control plane for the switch and is responsible for managing the forwarding of network traffic.
The NC6-RP integrates routing and network services such as Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), and Routing Information Protocol (RIP), as well as access control and quality of service (QoS) functionality. The NC6-RP provides a centralized control plane for the switch, allowing for efficient management and scaling of the network.
In addition, the NC6-RP supports virtualization features such as Virtual Routing and Forwarding (VRF) and Virtual Device Contexts (VDCs), which allow for the creation of multiple isolated virtual networks on a single physical switch. This enables efficient use of network resources and improves network security by isolating traffic.
Performance and Scalability
The Cisco Route Control Processor (NC6-RP) is designed to provide high performance and scalability for routing and network control. The following features contribute to its performance and scalability:
- High-Performance Routing – The NC6-RP uses the latest generation of routing engines, which provide high-speed processing of network data and support for advanced routing protocols, such as BGP and OSPF.
- Scalable Control Plane – The NC6-RP has a scalable control plane, which allows the routing control plane to scale up as the network grows, providing consistent network performance as the network grows.
- High-Speed Interconnects – The NC6-RP uses high-speed interconnects, such as InfiniBand or 40/100 GbE, to provide fast communication between the control plane and other network devices.
- Memory and CPU Resources – The NC6-RP has ample memory and CPU resources, which allow it to handle large amounts of network data and support complex network configurations.
- High Availability – The NC6-RP supports high availability, which provides redundant routing engines and interconnects, ensuring that the network remains up and running even in the event of a failure.
Features and Benefits
The NC6-RP is a control processor for the Cisco NCS 6000 Series routers. Some of its features and benefits include:
Features:
- High-performance control plane with up to 800 Gbps capacity
- Support for multiple routing protocols, including BGP, OSPF, and ISIS
- Advanced networking services such as VPN and QoS
- Flexible deployment options, including support for both standalone and redundant configurations
Benefits:
- Scalable network control and management, supporting large-scale service provider networks
- Improved network reliability through support for redundancy and failover mechanisms
- Enhanced network security with built-in VPN and security features
- Improved network efficiency through advanced traffic management and optimization capabilities.
General Information
- Manufacturer Cisco
- Manufacturer Part Number NC6-RP
- Product Type Control Processor
