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NIM-VAB-M
Multi-mode VDSL2/ADSL/2/2+ NIM Annex M
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NIM-VAB-M Overview
NIM-VAB-M is a high-performance WAN module designed for seamless integration into modern routers, switches, and servers. This network interface module supports data rates of up to 10Gbps over its SFP+ connector, ensuring rapid and reliable connectivity in demanding data center and enterprise environments. Engineered in a PCIe form factor, the device is optimized for high-throughput applications and is compatible with industry-standard protocols such as TCP/IP and iSCSI, making it ideal for upgrading server network interfaces and expanding data center capacity.
Built with robust operating traits, NIM-VAB-M is specified to operate within a temperature range of 0 to 70°C and can be stored from -40 to 85°C, which guarantees reliable performance in diverse environmental conditions. The module further offers advanced features including auto-negotiation, wake-on-LAN, jumbo frames, and QoS support. Its design emphasizes ease of installation and compatibility with leading vendor hardware from Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, and HP, making it a reliable choice for modern high-speed network infrastructures.
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NIM-VAB-M Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Module / Network Card
- Module Type
- WAN Module
- Data Rate
- 10Gbps
- Connector Type
- SFP+
- Supported Protocols
- TCP/IP, iSCSI
- 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
- 15W
- Interface Ports
- Ethernet
- Expansion Slots
- NIM
- Product Name
- NIM-VAB-M
- Height
- 1.0 inches
- Width
- 3.0 inches
- Depth
- 4.5 inches
- Weight
- 0.5 lbs
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Product Comparison Table
 NIM-VAB-M |  SM-X-PVDM-3000 |  SM-X-PVDM-500 |  C-NIM-1X |  NIM-PVDM-256 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Routers, Switches, Servers | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | RJ-45 | SFP+ |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 10G | 10Gbps | 1G | 10Gbps |
| Depth | 4.5 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Expansion Slots | NIM | N/A | N/A | NIM | NIM |
| Form Factor | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe |
| Height | 1.0 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Interface Ports | Ethernet | SFP+ | SFP+ | Ethernet | SFP+ |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Module Type | WAN Module | Ethernet | Fibre Channel | Ethernet Module | N/A |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Power Consumption | 15W | 7W | 12W | 5W | N/A |
| Product Name | NIM-VAB-M | SM-X-PVDM-3000 | SM-X-PVDM-500 | C-NIM-1X | NIM-PVDM-256 |
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Card | Network Module | Network Module |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | N/A | -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, iSCSI | TCP/IP / iSCSI | TCP/IP, Fibre Channel | TCP/IP | TCP/IP |
| Weight | 0.5 lbs | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 3.0 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
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Xander Doyle
4
Reliable DSL module for enterprise branch routers.
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Yuri Spencer
5
Smooth integration and dependable signal stability.
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Zion Fletcher
3
Professional WAN interface with predictable uptime.
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Alec Whitmore
4
Consistent performance across VDSL deployments.
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Brice Holloway
5
Efficient broadband module for remote offices.
Questions & Answers
What is the Cisco NIM-VAB-M Multi-mode VDSL2/ADSL2/2+ NIM Annex M?
The Cisco NIM-VAB-M is a modular interface card that delivers Multi-mode VDSL2, ADSL2, and ADSL2+ connectivity with Annex M support for enhanced upload rates.
Which DSL technologies are supported by the NIM-VAB-M?
The NIM-VAB-M supports VDSL2, ADSL2, ADSL2+, ADSL, and VDSL transceivers for flexible broadband deployment.
How does Annex M improve performance?
Annex M increases upstream bandwidth by reallocating spectrum, enabling upload speeds up to 3.3 Mbps on ADSL2+ circuits.
What are the maximum data rates of the NIM-VAB-M?
Under optimal conditions, VDSL2 delivers up to 100 Mbps symmetrical, while ADSL2+ provides up to 24 Mbps downstream and 3.3 Mbps upstream with Annex M.