• FlexPacket ATCA-PP80 Block DiagramDual XLP832 Packet Processors & On-board 40G Ethernet Switch
  • Wireless Gateways & DPI (Policy Enforcement, Security, etc…)

Click to request a PDFTargeting the needs of fixed and mobile broadband, FlexPacket ATCA-PP80 provides network equipment providers with the highest performance packet processing and Deep Packet Inspection (DPI) capabilities to support advanced “content-aware” routing, policy enforcement and security functions required by next generation multi-service IP networks. Delivering per-blade line rates up to 40Gbps, and based on NetLogic’s new XLP832, PP80 dual NetLogic XLP packet processing blade enables networks to deliver higher quality of service, increased revenue and optimized network efficiency to improve CapEx and OpEx metrics.

The PP80 dual NetLogic XLP packet processing blade enables next generation wireless and wireline infrastructure solutions including LTE (MME, Serving Gateway, PDN Gateway), enhanced 3G networks (GGSN, SGSN, Internet Offload) and stand-alone service and policy control devices that scale up to 200Gbps. The PP80 dual NetLogic XLP packet processing blade also incorporates DPI (Deep Packet Inspection) capabilities to extract information on individual traffic flows. With this information operators can deliver service-aware solutions that adapt on a per-service and per-subscriber basis. With this level of control, systems can deliver maximize performance, efficiency and premium service levels.

AdvancedTCA (ATCA) LogoThe PP80 dual NetLogic XLP packet processing blade interconnects two XLP832 packet processors, I/O and backplane fabrics using a non-blocking 40GbE switch. Each CPU is provided with four 10Gbps ports to the switch providing full duplex 20Gbps capabilities. External I/O is supported over a dual redundant 40GbE backplane fabric (with fallback to 10GbE) as well as external I/O compatible with 1GbE, 10GbE and 40GbE interfaces.

Coupled with Continuous Computing’s ATCA systems and Trillium protocol software, the PP80 dual NetLogic XLP packet processing blade provides the fastest path from application development to deployment revenue. Application software available includes user/session based load balancing, Trillium control and bearer plane protocols (including fast path optimizations), network and routing software and security accelerators including IPsec and Snow3G support.

Features & Benefits

PROCESSING

  • Dual NetLogic XLP832 multi-core packet processors
  • Includes hardware security engines (IPsec, Snow3G), network accelerators & fast messaging network for efficient performance scaling
  • Off-load engine support including FPGA & external co-processors (e.g., NETL7, TCAM)

MEMORY & STORAGE

  • Up to 32GB per CPU (64GB per board)
  • On-board FLASH memory

CONNECTIVITY

  • Base interface compliant to PICMG 3.0 (dual redundant 1GbE)
  • Fabric interface compliant to PICMG 3.1.9 with 10G & 40G options
  • Front I/O including 10GbE & 40GbE
  • Range of configurable RTMs for 10GbE & 40GbE interfaces

APPLICATION SOFTWARE

  • Wireless Trillium protocols – combine control & bearer on single blade
  • User / Session based load balancer for stateful DPI applications
  • Networking and routing software
  • Optimized for fast path to deliver very highest performance

Preliminary Specifications

CPU / MEMORY

  • Dual XLP832 multi-core MIPS64 packet processors
  • Up to 64 vCPUs per blade with Interchip Coherency Interface between CPUs
  • Integrated security engine including Snow3G, Kasumi, IPsec, etc.
  • Up to 32GB memory per CPU

I/O

  • Dual redundant 1GbE base interface
  • 10 & 40GbE fabric interfaces
  • 10GbE SFP+ and 40GbE QSFP front panel ports
  • RJ45 management port
  • RJ45 console port

SOFTWARE

  • Wind River Linux PNE (Carrier-Grade Linux)
  • NetLogic XLP SDK
    • Linux distribution
    • Lightweight fast path executive (RMIOS)
    • Debug & development tools
    • Example software & benchmark code
  • Application software
    • Trillium fast path control & bearer plane protocols (e.g., SCTP, eGTP, etc.)
    • Network & routing protocols including fast path & slow path functions
    • ClamAV, Snort & other application software

EXPANSION OPTIONS

  • Flash memory for each CPU
  • Rear Transition Module(s)
    • 10GbE SFP+ & 40GbE QSFP
    • OEM options available on request

MECHANICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL

  • Standard 8U single-slot (6 HP) front board & RTM
  • Operating environment:
    • Temperature: 0C to +55C
    • Humidity: 5%-80% (non-condensing)
    • Vibration: 20Hz-2KHz random multi-axis, 0.5G RMS
  • Storage / transportation environment:
    • Temperature: -40C to +85C
    • Humidity: 5%-95% (non-condensing)
    • Vibration: 20Hz-2KHz random multi-axis, 6G RMS
  • Assembly components meet UL 94-V0 flammability rating

REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

  • UL 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
  • IEC/EN 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment
  • FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A
  • CE Mark – Meets EMI directive 89/336/EEC
  • Designed for Telcordia NEBS GR-63-CORE and GR-1089-CORE Level 3
  • RoHS 6/6 compliant

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