Elastic Core for the Next-Generation Internet
The Cisco Carrier Routing System (CRS) offers industry-leading performance, advanced services intelligence, environmentally aware design, and system longevity. The CRS also uses Cisco IOS XR Software, a unique self-healing, and distributed operating system.
Programmable, Scalable CRS Elastic Core
Cisco CRS Elastic Core offers new levels of flexibility and more. (4:41 min)
Intelligent, Scalable CRS Elastic Core
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Cisco nLight Technology Video Data Sheet
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Get the First Coherent IPoDWDM Solution
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Features and Capabilities
To deliver video, cloud, and mobile services effectively, service provider networks need to:
- Migrate existing 10 Gbps network infrastructures to 100 Gbps and beyond
- Scale economically
- Adapt to network topology shifts with agility
Service providers need an Elastic Core that is intelligent, programmable, and scalable using the Cisco Carrier Routing System (CRS). This system:
- Delivers continuous operations
- Offers industry-leading scale from a single chassis to a multi-chassis system
- Supports 100 Gbps and beyond speeds using Cisco nLight Technology
- Combines intelligent IP, lean core transit, and optical transport services
- Improves network monetization through intelligent Layer 4-7 services
- Build the Foundation for the Next-Generation Internet (Video - 2:47 min)
Introducing the CRS-3: Delivering Scale, Services, and Savings
- Introducing Data Center Services System
Create tight links between core networks and data center clouds.
- Why IPoDWDM for 100G and Beyond? (PDF - 683 KB)
Build a converged architecture to deliver new intelligent mobile and cloud services.
- Benefits of Cisco Elastic Core (PDF - 451 KB)
This whitepaper describes the financial benefits of an intelligent, converged network.
Product Support Services
Cisco's Services can help you increase operational efficiency, lower support costs, and improve availability risk management.
Additional Resources
CGSE Video Data Sheet
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Learn about the similarities and differences of the models within this product series.
Models (4)
Cisco CRS-1 8-Slot Single-Shelf System
Cisco CRS-1 4-Slot Single-Shelf System
Cisco CRS-1 Multishelf System