Description
Introduction to NM-HDV
The NM-HDV (Cisco High Density Voice/Fax Network Module) is a network module designed for use with Cisco routers to provide high-density voice and fax support. The module is designed to allow service providers and enterprises to expand the voice and fax capabilities of their existing networks and increase the efficiency of their communications.
Key Features:
- High-Density Voice and Fax Support: The NM-HDV provides high-density support for voice and fax traffic, allowing organizations to manage and route calls more efficiently.
- Voice Compression: The module supports industry-standard voice compression algorithms, including G.711, G.723, and G.729, to conserve bandwidth and improve call quality.
- Voice/Fax Processing: The NM-HDV includes a dedicated processor for voice and fax processing, providing a high level of performance and reliability.
- Scalability: The module is designed to be scalable, allowing organizations to expand their voice and fax capabilities as their needs grow.
Applications:
- Voice over IP (VoIP): The NM-HDV is ideal for organizations that are looking to implement VoIP, as it provides high-density voice support and helps to manage voice traffic over the network.
- Fax over IP (FoIP): The module is also ideal for organizations that are looking to implement FoIP, as it provides high-density fax support and helps to manage fax traffic over the network.
System Requirements and Compatibility
The NM-HDV (Cisco High Density Voice/Fax Network Module) is a highly reliable and scalable voice and fax solution that supports high-density connectivity for analog telephones, fax machines, and modems. The system requirements and compatibility of the NM-HDV are important to consider to ensure that the module will function correctly in your network environment.
System Requirements:
- Router Compatibility: The NM-HDV is compatible with select Cisco Integrated Services Routers (ISR) and requires an available network module slot.
- Power Requirements: The NM-HDV requires power to operate and is powered through the router, so it is important to make sure that the router has enough power to support the module.
- Software Compatibility: The NM-HDV requires a compatible version of Cisco IOS software to operate, so it is important to check the software compatibility before installing the module.
Hardware Compatibility:
- Cable Compatibility: The NM-HDV requires analog cables to connect to analog devices, so it is important to use the correct type and length of cable for your installation.
- Device Compatibility: The NM-HDV supports analog telephones, fax machines, and modems, so it is important to check the compatibility of your devices before installing the module.
- Voice Codec Compatibility: The NM-HDV supports various voice codecs, so it is important to check the compatibility of your devices and network environment to ensure that the module will function correctly.
Remote Monitoring and Management
The NM-HDV (Cisco High Density Voice/Fax Network Module) includes remote monitoring and management capabilities that allow administrators to remotely monitor and manage the module from a centralized location. This helps to simplify the management and maintenance of the module and reduces downtime, as administrators can quickly resolve issues without having to physically access the module.
Remote Monitoring:
- Real-Time Monitoring: Administrators can monitor the NM-HDV in real-time from a centralized location, ensuring that the module is functioning as expected.
- Performance Metrics: Administrators can view performance metrics for the NM-HDV, including call quality, network performance, and resource utilization.
- Alarms and Alerts: The NM-HDV generates alarms and alerts in the event of an issue, allowing administrators to quickly identify and resolve problems.
Remote Management:
- Centralized Configuration: Administrators can configure and manage the NM-HDV remotely from a centralized location, eliminating the need to physically access the module.
- Firmware Management: Administrators can remotely upgrade the firmware of the NM-HDV, ensuring that the module is always running the latest software version.
- Network Management: Administrators can remotely manage the network settings of the NM-HDV, including IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
General Information
- Manufacturer Cisco Systems, Inc
- Manufacturer Part Number NM-HDV
- Brand Name Cisco
- Product Model NM-HDA-4FXS
- Product Name Voice/Fax Network Module
- Product Type Network Module
Technical Information
- Application/Usage Data Networking
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Slots 6
- Expansion Slot Type VIC
- Expansion Slot Type VWIC
Miscellaneous
- Compatibility Supported Platforms & Minimum IOS Versions:
- 3660 series – 12.0(5)XK
- 3640 – 12.0(5)XK
- 3620 – 12.0(5)XK
- 2691 – 12.2(8)T1
- 2650 – 12.1(3)T
- 2600XM Series – 12.1(14) or 12.2(8)T1
- 2600 series – 12.0(5)XK