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NIM-PVDM-256
NIM with 256 Channel DSP
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NIM-PVDM-256 Overview
NIM-PVDM-256 is a high-performance network interface module engineered to deliver advanced voice and data processing in modern routers and switches. It supports high-speed connectivity at up to 10Gbps with an SFP+ connector interface and is designed to seamlessly integrate with major networking platforms.
NIM-PVDM-256 features a PCIe form factor for straightforward installation and compatibility with industry-leading devices from Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, and HP. Built to support core protocols including TCP/IP, this module is ideal for expanding data center capacity and upgrading network interfaces in mission-critical environments.
NIM-PVDM-256 price is $6,784.00, a 47.2% saving from the Cisco list price of $12,860.00. NIM-PVDM-256 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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NIM-PVDM-256 Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Module
- Module Type
- N/A
- Data Rate
- 10Gbps
- Connector Type
- SFP+
- Supported Protocols
- TCP/IP
- Form Factor
- PCIe
- Operating Temperature
- 0 to 70°C
- Storage Temperature
- -40 to 85°C
- Input Voltage
- 3.3V
- Compatibility
- Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP
- Max Speed
- 10Gbps
- Supported Features
- Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS
- Power Consumption
- N/A
- Interface Ports
- SFP+
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- Product Name
- NIM-PVDM-256
- Height
- N/A
- Width
- N/A
- Depth
- N/A
- Weight
- N/A
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Product Comparison Table
 NIM-PVDM-256 |  C-SM-16P4M2X |  NIM-2FXSP/4FXOP |  C-SM-40P4M2X |  MEM-C8300-8GB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Routers, Switches, Servers | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco, Juniper, Dell, HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | RJ-45 | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps / 40Gbps | 40G | 10Gbps |
| Depth | N/A | 2.0 inches | N/A | N/A | 0.5 inches |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | N/A | NIM | N/A | PCIe |
| Form Factor | PCIe | PCIe | Modular | PCIe | PCIe |
| Height | N/A | 1.0 inches | N/A | N/A | 1.5 inches |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | Ethernet | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 40Gbps | 40Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Module Type | N/A | Ethernet | NIM | Ethernet / SFP+ | Ethernet |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Power Consumption | N/A | 8W | 15W | 15W | 15W |
| Product Name | NIM-PVDM-256 | C-SM-16P4M2X 16-Port Ethernet Module | NIM-2FXSP/4FXOP Network Interface Module | C-SM-40P4M2X High-Speed Network Module | MEM-C8300-8GB |
| Product Type | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP | TCP/IP | TCP/IP / Fibre Channel | TCP/IP | TCP/IP |
| Weight | N/A | 1.2 lbs | N/A | N/A | 1.2 lbs |
| Width | N/A | 3.5 inches | N/A | N/A | 5.0 inches |
Reviews & Ratings
J
Jett Grant
4
Reliable voice expansion for ISR routers.
K
Koa Reed
5
Professional DSP module with consistent uptime.
L
Leif Morris
3
Efficient handling of multiple voice sessions.
M
Merrick Doyle
4
Stable performance in busy call environments.
N
Nico Spencer
5
Dependable voice processing capacity.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco NIM-PVDM-256 and what are its primary functions?
The Cisco NIM-PVDM-256 is a network interface module with an integrated 256-channel digital signal processor (PVDM) that delivers high-density voice, video and conferencing services on compatible Cisco routers.
How many simultaneous voice channels does the NIM-PVDM-256 support?
The module supports up to 256 concurrent DSP voice channels, enabling large-scale transcoding, conferencing and fax relay on a single NIM slot.
Which Cisco routers are compatible with the NIM-PVDM-256?
The NIM-PVDM-256 is supported on Cisco ISR 4000 Series, ISR 2900/3900 Series and ASR 1000 Series routers that feature a compatible NIM slot and appropriate IOS image.
What voice features are supported by the NIM-PVDM-256?
It supports wideband and narrowband codecs (G.711, G.729, G.723, G.726, G.728), T.38 fax relay, modem passthrough and hardware-assisted conferencing for up to 32 parties.