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Uninterrupted Software Upgrades • The Catalyst 8540 can be deployed with two route
processor modules where the secondary module can
be loaded with a new software image and become the
primary without any need to reboot or without any
loss of traffic or connectivity
• Catalyst 8510 supports seamless software upgrades
on its SRP
• Eases maintenance and reduces mean time to repair
(MTTR)
Telnet, TFTP, and BOOTP • Standard mechanisms for software downloads and
configuration input/output
• Facilitates easy and flexible configuration
Flash Memory for Software Download • Allows storage of multiple images and configuration
files
• Remotely downloads new software revisions without
hardware changes
• Reduces cost of administering software upgrades by
providing centralized network management and local
storage capability.
Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP) • Autodiscovers Cisco devices in a network • Reliable topology discovery for network
management system.
IP Ping, Trace Route • Standard IP management mechanisms • Allows network administrator to verify path integrity
at any intermediate point
• Facilitates network troubleshooting
RMON MIB • Four groups (many of the traditional RMON data sets
such as alarms, events, statistics, and history)
• Ease of management and proactive troubleshooting
RMON Traps • Can be applied to any MIB variable • Allows customized monitoring of switch operation
Text-Based CLI • Uses Cisco router CLI parser, accessible through
local terminal or Telnet
• Uses familiar Cisco CLI for online help, scripts and
extensive debugging capabilities
• Facilitates smooth integration into Cisco router
network
Local Management Ports on SRP/MSRP in Catalyst
8510 and on the RP/SRP Module in Catalyst 8540
• Ethernet port
• Dual EIA/TIA-232 serial ports
• Out-of-band management using parallel 10 MB
Ethernet network
• Allows support for local terminal and modem for
remote management
Access Protection Mechanisms • Multiple password levels and TACACS+, RADIUS,
or AAA for device management access
• Precludes unauthorized access to the Catalyst 8500,
preventing “hacking” of configuration
Chassis
Modular, 5- and 13-Slot Chassis • Supports required switch and route module(s) and up
to four or eight line cards
• Allows users to flexibly add or mix and match
number and type of line modules, as needed
Catalyst 8510 Uses the Same Chassis Footprint as
Catalyst 5000 and LightStream 1010
• Common power supplies and fan tray • Allows for leveraging investments in spares
Fits Standard 19-Inch Rack • Works with existing wiring closet racks
• Mounts at front or rear of chassis
• Rack-mounting hardware and cable guides included
• Ensures ease of installation in wiring closet and
network center
Dual, Fault-Tolerant Power Supplies • Can configure one or two power supplies, where the
second provides redundancy
• Both AC and DC (–48V) options available
• Offers option of increased reliability for
fault-tolerant configurations
Dual Power Cords • One to each power supply • Can be powered by independent power sources or
distribution systems for greater reliability
Field-Replaceable Fan Tray • Supports multiple redundant fans • Eases maintenance and reduces MTTR
Field-Replaceable SRP/MSRP Module in the Catalyst
8510 and Field-Replaceable SP/MSP and RP/MRP
Modules in the Catalyst 8540
• The Catalyst 5500 does not need to be powered down
to replace the SRP/MSRP
• Eases maintenance and reduces MTTR
Table 7 Catalyst 8500 Features and Benefits Summary (Continued)
Feature Comment/Description Benefit
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