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SM-X-PVDM-500 Overview
SM-X-PVDM-500 is a high-performance Fibre Channel card engineered to deliver reliable, low-latency connectivity at 10Gbps. It features an SFP+ connector, making it compatible with a range of routers, switches, and servers, and supports both TCP/IP and Fibre Channel protocols. Designed in a PCIe form factor, this module provides seamless integration into modern data centers.
Ideal for expanding data center capacity and upgrading server network interfaces, the SM-X-PVDM-500 offers a plug-and-play solution for high-speed network applications. Its robust design ensures dependable performance under rigorous operating conditions while simplifying installation and maintenance in mission-critical environments.
SM-X-PVDM-500 price is $11,826.00, a 47.2% saving from the Cisco list price of $22,417.00. SM-X-PVDM-500 is in stock and available for next-day dispatch. (terms applied)
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SM-X-PVDM-500 Specifications
- Product Type
- Network Card
- Brand
- Cisco
- Module Type
- Fibre Channel
- Data Rate
- 10Gbps
- Connector Type
- SFP+
- Supported Protocols
- TCP/IP, Fibre Channel
- 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, Jumbo Frames, QoS
- Power Consumption
- 12W
- Interface Ports
- SFP+
- Product Name
- SM-X-PVDM-500
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Product Comparison Table 
| SM-X-PVDM-500 |  SM-X-16FXS/2FXO |  NIM-4SHDSL-EA |  NIM-24A |  NIM-PVDM-128 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Cisco, Juniper, Arista, Dell, HP | Telephony systems, VoIP gateways | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco / Juniper / Arista |
| Connector Type | SFP+ | RJ-11 | RJ-45 | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Form Factor | PCIe | Modular | Modular | PCIe | Modular (PCIe) |
| Interface Ports | SFP+ | FXS/FXO | Ethernet | Ethernet | SFP+ |
| Module Type | Fibre Channel | FXS/FXO Module | WAN Module | Ethernet | NIM |
| Product Name | SM-X-PVDM-500 | SM-X-16FXS/2FXO | NIM-4SHDSL-EA | NIM-24A High-Performance Ethernet Module | NIM-PVDM-128 |
| Product Type | Network Card | Voice Interface Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module |
| Supported Features | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | 16 FXS ports, 2 FXO ports, Caller ID, Loop Supervision | Auto-negotiation / QoS / Plug-and-Play | Auto-negotiation / Wake-on-LAN / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, Fibre Channel | SIP/SS7 | TCP/IP | TCP/IP / iSCSI | TCP/IP |
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Reviews & Ratings
K
Kian Doyle
5
SM-X-PVDM-500 delivers stable DSP performance for mid-scale voice deployments.
L
Lars Spencer
5
Reliable voice processing with consistent quality.
M
Mason Coleman
5
Professional telephony module for ISR 4000.
N
Nico Brooks
4
Smooth call handling and dependable operation.
O
Odin Grant
4
Efficient DSP expansion for growing networks.
P
Paolo Reed
4
Stable voice capacity with predictable uptime.
Questions & Answers
What is the SM-X-PVDM-500 DSP module?
The SM-X-PVDM-500 is a high-density digital signal processor module for Cisco 4000 Series routers that delivers up to 768 voice and conferencing channels in a single SM-X slot.
How many voice and conferencing channels does the SM-X-PVDM-500 support?
The SM-X-PVDM-500 supports up to 768 simultaneous voice and conferencing channels when installed in a compatible Cisco 4000 Series chassis.
Which Cisco 4000 Series routers are compatible with the SM-X-PVDM-500?
The SM-X-PVDM-500 is compatible with Cisco 4321, 4331, 4351, 4431, and 4451 routers that feature an SM-X expansion slot and appropriate power and IOS XE software.
What are the key features of the SM-X-PVDM-500 module?
Key features include 768-channel DSP capacity, hardware-based transcoding, conferencing, voice quality enhancement, and secure real-time media encryption (SRTP).
How do I install the SM-X-PVDM-500 in my router?
Power down the router, insert the SM-X-PVDM-500 into an available SM-X slot, secure the retention screws, power on the router, and verify detection via IOS XE CLI show platform hardware.
What software or IOS XE version is required for the SM-X-PVDM-500?
The SM-X-PVDM-500 requires Cisco IOS XE 16.6.1 or later with the corresponding UC feature set to enable voice DSP services.
Is a separate license required for the SM-X-PVDM-500 module?
No separate hardware license is needed for the SM-X-PVDM-500, but you must have the appropriate Cisco Unified Communications or UC Express voice feature license applied on the router.
Can I mix the SM-X-PVDM-500 with other PVDM modules?
Yes. You can install the SM-X-PVDM-500 alongside smaller PVDM2/3 modules in the same router, provided total channel capacity does not exceed system limits.
Is the SM-X-PVDM-500 hot-swappable?
No. The SM-X-PVDM-500 must be installed or removed only when the router is powered down to ensure system stability.
What is the power consumption of the SM-X-PVDM-500?
The module draws approximately 60 watts under full load; ensure your router’s power supply and cooling meet Cisco specifications for SM-X modules.
How does the SM-X-PVDM-500 improve call processing performance?
By offloading DSP tasks from the router CPU, the SM-X-PVDM-500 delivers dedicated hardware acceleration for transcoding, conferencing, and echo cancellation at scale.
Does the SM-X-PVDM-500 support conference bridging?
Yes. The SM-X-PVDM-500 provides hardware-based conference bridging and supports mixed-codec conferencing for up to 768 ports.
What media encryption protocols are supported?
The SM-X-PVDM-500 supports SRTP for secure media streams and can integrate with Cisco IOS XE TLS for signaling encryption.
What environmental specifications apply to the SM-X-PVDM-500?
The module operates in temperatures from 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) with humidity up to 90% non-condensing, per Cisco environmental standards.
What warranty and support options are available?
Cisco offers a limited lifetime hardware warranty and optional SMARTnet support for advanced replacement, OS updates, and 24/7 technical assistance.
Where can I find configuration and installation guides?
Download the SM-X-PVDM-500 Hardware Installation and Configuration Guide from the Cisco Support website under the 4000 Series router product documentation section.