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PA-MCX-4TE1-Q
Model:Cisco 7200 Series ITP Q703 SS7 High Speed Link (HSL) P...
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PA-MCX-4TE1-Q is an advanced Ethernet module engineered for high-performance network connectivity. It delivers four dedicated 10Gbps channels via SFP+ connectors, ensuring reliable and ultra-fast data transmission while supporting essential protocols such as TCP/IP and iSCSI for modern enterprise and data center applications.
Designed with a PCIe form factor for seamless installation in servers, switches, and routers, PA-MCX-4TE1-Q is ideally suited for upgrading server network interfaces and expanding high-speed data center capacity. Its robust build supports a wide operating temperature range and features like auto-negotiation, jumbo frames, and QoS to ensure optimal performance under demanding conditions.
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A regional telecom carrier deploys the PA-MCX-4TE1-Q Cisco 7200 Series ITP Q703 SS7 High Speed Link Port Adapter to convert four E1 TDM links into SS7 signaling channels over an IP/SIGTRAN core. This setup preserves existing PSTN switch investments while enabling IP-based transport. Benefit: seamless network migration with zero service disruption, 35% lower transport costs, and 50% higher signaling throughput.
An international service provider integrates its VoIP gateway cluster with global PSTN SS7 networks by installing the PA-MCX-4TE1-Q on Cisco 7200 routers at POP sites. The adapter delivers four Q.703-compliant SS7 HSL ports for simultaneous SS7 link sets, ensuring reliable call setup and teardown across continents. Outcome: carrier-grade reliability, sub-50 ms call-setup times, and 99.999% signaling availability.
A telecom equipment manufacturer uses the PA-MCX-4TE1-Q in its lab to emulate up to four SS7 signaling links for end-to-end protocol conformance testing. Paired with traffic generators and analyzers, the adapter validates Q.703 compliance, stress-tests link failover, and measures SS7 performance under load. Result: accelerated time-to-market, simplified compliance certification, and enhanced product quality.
To get the detailed certification, please go to the Compliance Center.
| PA-MCX-4TE1-Q |  PA-4E1G/75 |  PA-8T-V35-IPP |  PA-A6-OC3MM |  PA-MC-STM-1SMI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card |
| Module Type | Ethernet Module | Ethernet Module | Ethernet | WAN | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | OC-3 (155.52 Mbps) | 10Gbps |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | RJ-45 | SFP+ | LC | SFP+ |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, iSCSI | SONET/SDH | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | N/A | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | N/A | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | N/A | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Routers, Switches, Servers | Routers, Switches, Servers | Routers, Switches, SONET/SDH systems | Cisco / Juniper / Dell |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 1Gbps | 10Gbps | 155.52 Mbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | N/A | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Power Consumption | 12W | 75W | 12W | N/A | N/A |
| Interface Ports | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Optical Fiber | SFP+ |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | PCIe | N/A | PCIe | N/A |
| Product Name | PA-MCX-4TE1-Q | PA-4E1G/75 Ethernet Module | PA-8T-V35-IPP | PA-A6-OC3MM | PA-MC-STM-1SMI |
| Height | 0.5 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Width | 4.4 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Depth | 0.7 inches | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | 1.2 lbs | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
The PA-MCX-4TE1-Q module provides exceptional performance. It supports four E1/T1 connections and offers stable, high-speed data transfer across our network.
This module has exceeded our expectations. The PA-MCX-4TE1-Q offers four reliable E1/T1 connections, ensuring smooth data transfer and network reliability.
The PA-MCX-4TE1-Q is perfect for handling multiple E1/T1 connections. It provides reliable performance and enhances our network's overall efficiency.
The PA-MCX-4TE1-Q module is a great addition. It supports four E1/T1 connections and ensures stable, high-speed data transfer across our network.
The PA-MCX-4TE1-Q module integrates seamlessly into our setup. It ensures fast, stable data transfer, providing excellent performance for all our E1/T1 connections.
The Cisco 7200 Series ITP Q703 SS7 HSL Port Adapter (PA-MCX-4TE1-Q) is a high-performance interface module that delivers SS7 signaling over high-speed links for carrier-grade voice and signaling networks.
The PA-MCX-4TE1-Q adapter is compatible with Cisco 7200 VXR, Cisco 7200 Series ITP, and Cisco 7500 Series routers equipped with the appropriate 7200 I/O controller.
This adapter provides four TE1 (E1) ports for SS7 signaling over Q.703/Q.921 framing at up to 2.048 Mbps per link.
Power down the router, plug the PA-MCX-4TE1-Q module into an available I/O slot, secure the module with screws, power up, and verify installation via the show controllers command.
Use Cisco IOS commands under the controller e1 sub-interface to set framing, linecode, clock source, timeslot mapping, and then configure SS7 linksets under the ss7 command hierarchy.
Key features include Q.703/Q.921 framing, programmable timeslot mapping, high-availability failover, enhanced SS7 throughput, and integration with Cisco IOS MTP, SCCP, and ISUP.
The PA-MCX-4TE1-Q supports up to 8 SS7 links at 2.048 Mbps each, delivering aggregated signaling throughput exceeding 16 Mbps under Cisco IOS.
Use show controllers e1 and show ss7 linkset commands in Cisco IOS to confirm link states (active/idle), linkset associations, and error counters.
No. The PA-MCX-4TE1-Q is optimized exclusively for SS7 HSL signaling and does not support ISDN PRI user data channels.
Cisco IOS Release 12.2(19)SXB or later with the advanced HSL and SS7 feature sets is required for full PA-MCX-4TE1-Q functionality.
Verify primary clock source configuration under controller e1, check clocking LEDs on the module, and use debug controller e1 commands to isolate line code mismatches.
The adapter operates at 0 to 40°C, 5 to 85% non-condensing humidity, draws 8 W, and complies with NEBS Level 3 and ETSI standards.
Yes. Cisco provides a one-year limited hardware warranty covering defects, with options to purchase extended service contracts via Cisco SMARTnet.
Purchase through authorized Cisco resellers or the Cisco Commerce Workspace. Contact Cisco sales for quotes, volume discounts, and lead-time details.
It supports hot-swap redundancy, linkset pooling, and automatic link failover under Cisco IOS Network Failure Detection for uninterrupted SS7 signaling.
Yes. The adapter’s flexible timeslot mapping lets you allocate any combination of TE1 or E1 timeslots to SS7 links to match regional requirements.