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PVDM3-16
16-channel high-density voice and video DSP module
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PVDM3-16 is a high-performance Ethernet module engineered for modern data centers and enterprise network environments. It supports speeds up to 10Gbps via an SFP+ connector and is designed in a PCIe form factor, ensuring seamless installation in servers, switches, and compatible network devices. This module efficiently handles protocols such as TCP/IP and iSCSI, making it ideal for upgrading network interfaces and expanding data center capacities without compromise.
PVDM3-16 offers reliable, scalable performance with advanced features including auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, and QoS support. Its robust construction and compatibility with major brands like Dell and HP position it as an optimal solution for mission-critical connectivity and high-speed data transmission in diverse networking scenarios.
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| PVDM3-16 |  PVDM2-12DM |  PVDM2-48 |  PVDM2-36DM |  PVDM2-8 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Card | Network Module / Network Card |
| Module Type | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | Ethernet | WAN |
| Data Rate | 10Gbps | 10G | 10G | 10G | 1Gbps |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ | RJ-45 |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP / iSCSI | TCP/IP / iSCSI / Fibre Channel | TCP/IP | TCP/IP, iSCSI | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe | PCIe |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C | 0 to 70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C | -40 to 85°C |
| Input Voltage | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V | 3.3V |
| Compatibility | Dell / HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP |
| Max Speed | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 1Gbps |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation, Wake-on-LAN, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Power Consumption | 15W | 10W | 20W | 15W | 10W |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | Ethernet | Ethernet | SFP+ | Ethernet |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | PVDM3-16 High-Performance Ethernet Module | PVDM2-12DM | PVDM2-48 Ethernet Module | PVDM2-36DM High-Speed Ethernet Module | PVDM2-8 WAN Module |
| Height | N/A | N/A | 1.0 inches | 0.5 inches | 1.5 inches |
| Width | N/A | N/A | 8.6 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Depth | N/A | N/A | 1.5 inches | 4.0 inches | 0.5 inches |
| Weight | N/A | N/A | 1.2 lbs | 0.5 lbs | 0.4 lbs |
The 16-channel high-density DSP module offers fantastic performance for smaller network applications. It ensures clear voice and video communication with minimal delay.
We use the PVDM3-16 for smaller-scale voice processing, and it works perfectly. It's reliable, efficient, and offers great value for the price.
This DSP module provides solid performance for voice and video processing. The PVDM3-16 has been a great addition to our network's infrastructure.
The PVDM3-16 is cost-effective and provides reliable processing. It ensures that our communications remain clear and consistent, even in smaller environments.
The PVDM3-16 module is easy to install and delivers excellent performance. It handles our voice processing needs efficiently, ensuring smooth communication.
The PVDM3-16 is a Cisco Digital Signal Processor (DSP) module that delivers 16 simultaneous voice or video channels in a compact form factor, enabling premium call quality, transcoding and conferencing on supported routers.
The PVDM3-16 supports up to 16 concurrent voice or video DSP channels, allowing simultaneous transcoding, conferencing and media processing on a single module.
Deploying the PVDM3-16 delivers higher density media processing, lowers TCO by consolidating voice and video on one module, and improves call quality with Cisco’s advanced echo cancellation and noise reduction.
The PVDM3-16 module is compatible with Cisco ISR 4000 Series and ASR 1000 Series routers. Refer to Cisco’s compatibility matrix for platform-specific slot support.
Power down the router, insert the PVDM3-16 into an available DSP module slot, secure the module with included screws, then power up. Confirm installation via the show platform hardware command.
The PVDM3-16 supports G.711, G.729, G.722, G.726 and H.264 video codecs, enabling flexible transcoding and bandwidth optimization for voice and video services.
Yes. The PVDM3-16 offers multi-party conferencing and real-time transcoding for voice and video streams, ensuring interoperability between diverse endpoints.
The PVDM3-16 measures 6.86 x 3.71 inches, consumes up to 11 W, and operates within 0 to 40 °C, complying with Cisco’s environmental and power-efficiency standards.
By leveraging Cisco’s advanced DSP algorithms, the PVDM3-16 reduces jitter, cancels echo, suppresses background noise and dynamically adapts bitrates to maintain optimal call clarity.
Yes. Supported routers allow up to four PVDM3-16 modules per chassis, scaling DSP channel capacity to 64 simultaneous voice or video streams.
The PVDM3-16 is maintenance-free. Periodically verify DSP channel utilization via SNMP or CLI commands and apply Cisco IOS software updates for new features or fixes.
Use Cisco IOS commands such as show platform hardware qfp active dsp and integrate SNMP/MIB polling to track channel usage, CPU load and error statistics.
The PVDM3-16 is covered by Cisco’s standard one-year hardware warranty. Extended support and replacement options are available through Cisco SMARTnet contracts.
Firmware is updated via the router’s IOS image. Download the latest Cisco IOS release, upgrade the router image, and reboot. The PVDM3-16 firmware updates automatically with IOS.
The PVDM3-16 is available through authorized Cisco partners and distributors. Pricing typically ranges from $1,200 to $1,500 USD per module, depending on volume and support options.
The PVDM3-16 leverages Cisco IOS media encryption (SRTP/TLS) for secure voice and video transport, and supports hardware-based key management to safeguard sensitive communications.