High-Density & Low-Power Cisco Module NCS1K-PSM For Scalable Optical Networks

The Cisco NCS1K-PSM (Power and Shelf Module) is a high-performance, energy-efficient optical transport module designed for next-generation data center interconnect (DCI), metro, and long-haul networks. Combining ultra-high density, low power consumption, and intelligent automation, this Cisco module ensures scalable, reliable, and future-ready optical networking.

Key Features & Benefits

✔ High-Density 400G/200G Transport – Supports coherent optics (DP-QPSK/16QAM) for scalable bandwidth, enabling single-wave 400G transmission with FlexGrid compatibility.
✔ Ultra-Low Power Design – Optimized ASIC and silicon photonics reduce power consumption by 30-50% compared to traditional solutions.
✔ SDN & Automation Ready – Seamless integration with Cisco Crosswork, NCS 2000 controllers, and OpenConfig for end-to-end network programmability.
✔ Carrier-Grade Reliability – Redundant power, hot-swappable modules, and advanced FEC (Forward Error Correction) ensure 99.999% uptime.
✔ Long-Haul & DCI Optimized – Supports coherent detection, Raman amplification, and flexible channel spacing for 1,000km+ transmission.

Technical Specifications (Key Parameters)

Ideal Use Cases

• Data Center Interconnect (DCI) – High-bandwidth, low-latency cloud connectivity.

• 5G Transport Networks – Scalable backhaul and fronthaul solutions.

• Long-Haul & Subsea Networks – Ultra-long-distance coherent transmission.

Why Choose Cisco NCS1K-PSM?

As part of the Cisco NCS 1000 series, this module delivers unmatched density, power efficiency, and automation for modern optical networks. Whether upgrading legacy infrastructure or deploying 400G-ready networks, the NCS1K-PSM ensures future-proof scalability with Cisco’s industry-leading reliability.