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SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR
1-port OC48/STM16 POS/RPR Shared Port Adapters
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SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR is a high-performance OC-48 Packet Over SONET module designed to deliver robust optical connectivity for enterprise routers, switches, and high-end servers. The module features an optical interface with LC fiber connectors and is engineered to support OC-48 data rates, ensuring reliable transmission in mission-critical network environments.
Built with modular installation in mind, SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR seamlessly integrates into standard equipment bays for data center expansions and network upgrades. Supporting protocols such as TCP/IP, SONET, and POS, this card is optimized for rapid ring protection and high availability, making it ideal for modern high-speed communications systems.
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Scenario: A Tier-1 Internet Service Provider modernizes its SONET backbone to deliver scalable Metro Ethernet services. By installing the SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR-1-port OC48/STM16 POS/RPR Shared Port Adapter on Cisco ASR-9000 routers, the network team provisions 2.5 Gbps Packet over SONET links within a resilient RPR dual-ring topology. Benefit: Scales backbone capacity to 2.5 Gbps per port, achieves carrier-class sub-50 ms protection switching and reduces O&M overhead through unified POS and RPR support.
Scenario: A global investment bank needs deterministic, high-availability connectivity between its New York and London trading platforms. Deploying the SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR adapter on Cisco ASR-1000 routers establishes a dedicated OC48/STM16 POS circuit over an RPR ring, delivering sub-5 ms latency variation and < 50 ms ring protection switching. Benefit: Guarantees consistent ultra-low-latency transport, automated failover for real-time trading, and compliance with stringent financial SLAs.
Scenario: A cloud service provider extends its hybrid-cloud footprint across geographically dispersed data centers. Integrating the SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR adapter on Cisco NCS-5500 routers creates resilient Packet over SONET links with RPR-based mesh rings for multi-site DCI. Benefit: Simplifies interconnect architecture, delivers 2.5 Gbps per port throughput, and maximizes network uptime with sub-50 ms ring protection—reducing CapEx and OpEx by consolidating optics and transport layers.
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| SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR |  SPA-4XOC48POS/RPR |  WS-X6848-SFP-2T |  FAN-MOD-09 |  WS-F6K-PFC3BXL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Network Module | Network Module / Network Card | Network Module | Network Module | Network Card |
| Module Type | OC-48 Packet Over SONET Module | WAN Module | SFP+ | Ethernet | Ethernet |
| Data Rate | OC-48 | OC-48 (2.488 Gbps per port) | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Connector Type | LC Fiber Connector | LC | SFP+ | SFP+ | SFP+ |
| Supported Protocols | TCP/IP, SONET, POS | SONET/SDH | TCP/IP, Ethernet | TCP/IP | TCP/IP |
| Form Factor | Modular Card | PCIe | Modular | 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 | Routers, Switches, Servers | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco | Cisco / Juniper / Arista / Dell / HP | Cisco / Dell / HP |
| Max Speed | OC-48 | OC-48 (2.488 Gbps per port) | 10Gbps | 10Gbps | 10Gbps |
| Supported Features | Rapid Ring Protection, High Availability | Auto-negotiation / QoS | Auto-negotiation, Jumbo Frames, QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS | Auto-negotiation / Jumbo Frames / QoS |
| Power Consumption | 15W | 12W | 12W | 7 W | 10W |
| Interface Ports | Optical | Optical Fiber | SFP+ | SFP+ | Ethernet / SFP+ |
| Expansion Slots | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Product Name | SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR | SPA-4XOC48POS/RPR | WS-X6848-SFP-2T | FAN-MOD-09 High-Performance Ethernet Module | WS-F6K-PFC3BXL |
| Height | N/A | 1.73 inches | N/A | 1.3 inches | 1.5 inches |
| Width | N/A | 3.44 inches | N/A | 3.4 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Depth | N/A | 0.75 inches | N/A | 4.2 inches | 0.5 inches |
| Weight | N/A | 1.2 lbs | N/A | 0.5 lbs | 0.75 lbs |
The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR provides excellent performance for our high-speed network. It handles OC48/STM16 connections seamlessly and integrates flawlessly into our infrastructure.
This module offers great value for the price. The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR supports fast data transfer and maintains stability even during peak usage.
We rely on the SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR for high-speed POS connections. It offers reliable and consistent performance, making it a key part of our network.
The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR has been reliable and performs well under load. It ensures smooth data transmission, which is essential for our business.
The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR module is perfect for high-demand applications. It provides high-speed POS connectivity and supports seamless data flow.
The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR is a 1-port OC48/STM16 POS/RPR Shared Port Adapter designed for high-performance packet transport on compatible Cisco routers.
The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR is supported on Cisco 7600, 6500, and GSR-series routing platforms with an available SPA slot.
This adapter supports Packet Over SONET (POS) and Resilient Packet Ring (RPR) for carrier-grade metro and core network applications.
The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR delivers up to 2.488 Gbps of full-duplex bandwidth over a single OC-48/STM-16 interface.
Management is performed through Cisco IOS CLI, SNMP, and XML-based APIs for seamless integration with existing network management systems.
Yes. The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR is fully hot-swappable, allowing insertion or removal without powering down the router.
Common use cases include high-speed WAN backhaul, metro Ethernet aggregation, and resilient packet ring deployments for service providers.
It uses Cisco’s Shared Port Adapter (SPA) form factor, occupying a single SPA slot on compatible chassis.
Yes. The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR supports advanced QoS features, including multiple queue classes and traffic shaping.
The adapter supports ring protection switching (RPR) and POS protection switching for sub-50 ms failover in the event of link disruption.
It requires an SFP OC-48/STM-16 optical transceiver compatible with the designated wavelength and reach specifications.
Typical power consumption is under 15 W during full traffic load, depending on the installed optical module.
The SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR is rated for an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F).
Yes. Cisco offers a standard one-year limited hardware warranty, with optional service-level upgrades available.
To install, slide the adapter into an empty SPA slot, secure the ejector lever, insert the SFP module, and configure via Cisco IOS.
You can order through authorized Cisco resellers or directly via Cisco’s online ordering portal using SKU SPA-1XOC48POS/RPR.