Cisco 12000 Series IP/MPLS (Internet Protocol/Multi-Protocol Label Switching) applications include: IP/MPLS Core (long-haul and regional), Peering , High-speed Private Line Aggregation, and Trunking services (ATM or Frame Relay transport over IP/MPLS core)Cisco 12000 Series Routers deliver uncompromising 10G routing performance, unparalleled QoS capabilities, comprehensive high availability support, and an integrated core and edge feature set.
Modular distributed system architecture
Up to 320 Gbps switching fabric capacity and up to an aggregate 375 Mpps forwarding performance
Range of fully-distributed, NEBS-compliant chassis: 4-slot, 6-slot, 10-slot and 16-slot
High availability: Zero packet loss with NSF/SSO technology
Integrated core and high-end edge functionality with ASIC based forwarding and services
Comprehensive IPv4 & IPv6 feature set
Comprehensive optical internetworking portfolio with POS, GbE, DPT/RPR
Innovative Adaptive Network Processing powers a wide range of interfaces including POS, Channelized, RPR, Ethernet and ATM