Alcatel-Lucent OS9-GNI-C20L

Product Introduction: Alcatel-Lucent OS9-GNI-C20L is a hot-swappable gigabit interface module designed exclusively for the OmniSwitch 9000 chassis-based core switch platform. This module delivers high-density optical gigabit Ethernet ports for core network aggregation and backbone interconnection. It accepts SFP optical transceivers to build long-distance fiber links between core switches, data center equipment and building distribution network nodes. The module adopts high-performance switching ASIC architecture, supports wire-speed layer 2 switching and layer 3 IP routing processing. It provides stable high-bandwidth data forwarding for enterprise campus networks, data center core networks and industrial backbone communication systems. It integrates comprehensive network monitoring and fault diagnosis hardware to guarantee continuous network operation.

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Alcatel-Lucent OS9-GNI-C20L

Technical Specifications: Chassis compatibility: OmniSwitch 9000 series modular chassis Port configuration: 20 SFP gigabit optical ports Supported transceiver: 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX, 1000BASE-ZX SFP transceivers Switching capacity: Wire-speed forwarding for all ports simultaneously Support protocol: IEEE 802.1Q VLAN, STP/RSTP/MSTP, OSPF, BGP, IGMP, 802.3ad link aggregation Management interface: In-band Ethernet management, console diagnostic access Operating temperature range: 0℃ ~ +40℃ Storage temperature range: -40℃ ~ +70℃ Relative humidity: 5% to 90%, non-condensing Form factor: Hot swap plug-in chassis module Protection grade: IP20 when installed inside switch cabinet

Functional Features: 20 independent SFP gigabit optical interfaces for fiber backbone connection. Wire-speed layer 2 switching and layer 3 routing for IPv4 and IPv6 traffic. Support static link aggregation group to bundle multiple ports for redundant high-bandwidth connection. Comprehensive VLAN isolation, QoS traffic scheduling and priority marking function. Built-in hardware-based storm control to suppress broadcast, multicast and unknown unicast storms. Real-time port status monitoring, optical power detection and link fault alarm. Hot swap capability for module replacement without chassis power shutdown. Front panel LED indicators for port link status, traffic activity and module health. Hardware self-diagnosis during power-on and continuous runtime fault detection.

Application Scenarios: Enterprise campus core network backbone, data center aggregation layer switching, metropolitan area enterprise network interconnection, factory industrial Ethernet core switching, hospital large-scale LAN backbone, university campus network aggregation, airport building communication network.

Performance Parameters: Full wire-speed forwarding on all 20 gigabit ports without packet loss under full load. Low forwarding latency for real-time network traffic transmission. Support jumbo frame transmission up to 9216 bytes. Continuous operation: 24 hours uninterrupted stable data forwarding in temperature-controlled equipment room. High packet buffer capacity for burst traffic absorption.

Material Composition: PCB substrate: Multi-layer FR4 high TG glass fiber epoxy printed circuit board. Core components: High performance switching ASIC, SFP transceiver signal conditioning IC, power management chip, ESD protection array. Front panel: Black painted aluminum alloy panel with SFP cutouts and LED transparent windows. Backplane connector: Gold plated copper alloy high-speed differential contact pins. Internal passive components: High-frequency low-loss capacitors and precision resistors.

Structural Features: Standard horizontal plug-in blade structure matching OmniSwitch 9000 chassis slot. Front panel arranged with 20 SFP slots and array of status LED indicators. Internal circuit layout separated into backplane high-speed signal region, port physical layer region and ASIC processing region. Internal metal shielding partitions to eliminate crosstalk between high-speed differential signal traces. Built-in metal heat sink for ASIC heat dissipation. Mechanical locking latch for fixing module firmly into chassis slot. Internal air duct design to guide chassis cooling airflow through power and ASIC components.

Working Principle: Module receives power supply from chassis backplane after insertion. Incoming optical signals from fiber links convert into electrical signals through installed SFP transceivers. Electrical data packets enter the switching ASIC. ASIC executes packet parsing, VLAN tagging, routing lookup and forwarding decision. Packets are forwarded to the target port and converted back to optical signal for fiber transmission. Built-in circuit monitors optical receive power and link negotiation state continuously. When port link fails or module hardware abnormality appears, front panel LED triggers alarm and reports fault status to chassis main controller. All port configuration and network parameters are stored into non-volatile memory chip.

Installation Requirements: Ensure OmniSwitch 9000 chassis is powered on and in stable state before hot swapping. Insert OS9-GNI-C20L module horizontally into empty designated chassis slot and fasten locking screw. Insert qualified SFP transceivers into SFP ports according to fiber link distance requirement. Connect single-mode or multi-mode fiber cables into SFP transceivers. Complete port VLAN, link aggregation and QoS configuration through Alcatel-Lucent AOS operating system. Ensure equipment room air conditioning maintains operating temperature within rated range. Reserve front and rear airflow clearance for chassis ventilation. Ground switch cabinet reliably to eliminate static and electromagnetic interference.

Usage Notes: Use only Alcatel-Lucent certified SFP transceivers to guarantee compatibility. Do not touch SFP port optical lens directly to avoid contamination and scratch. Wear anti-static wristband during module handling and transceiver replacement. Backup switch configuration before module installation or firmware upgrade. Regularly inspect LED status, fiber connector cleanliness and cable tightness. Do not operate module beyond rated temperature and humidity range. Prevent dust accumulation on front panel SFP ports, use dust plugs for unused ports.