Use this guide to plan NCS 2000 OAS architecture, transition networks to release 26.x, upgrade deployed systems, manage transponders, and maintain Cisco Optical Site Manager operations.
Get started with the Cisco Optical Automation Solution for NCS 2000 networks
Start here to understand the NCS 2000 OAS scope, audience, source documents, and document flow before planning or upgrading the network.
Design the Cisco Optical Automation Solution for NCS 2000 networks
This chapter explains the NCS 2000 OAS architecture, reference setup, software image types, and design considerations that guide transition and operation.
Transition your NCS 2000 network from 11.x.x to 26.x.x
This chapter walks through the transition of an existing NCS 2000 network from release 11.x.x to 26.x.x, including node preparation, SVO card deployment, Cisco Optical Site Manager onboarding, and Cisco Optical Network Controller integration.
Upgrade your NCS 2000 network from 25.x to 26.x
This chapter guides the upgrade of an NCS 2000 network from release 25.x to 26.x through Cisco Optical Network Controller, Cisco Optical Site Manager, and device software workflows.
Manage NCS 1000 transponders in an NCS 2000 GMPLS network
This chapter describes how NCS 1000 transponders are prepared, onboarded, connected through IPC and LMP, and managed in an NCS 2000 GMPLS network.
Maintain Cisco Optical Site Manager for NCS 2000 networks
This chapter supports maintenance of Cisco Optical Site Manager-managed NCS 2000 networks through recovery, re-onboarding, lock/unlock, network modification, and troubleshooting procedures.
Install the Cisco Optical Site Manager 2000 service pack
This chapter covers preparation and installation for a Cisco Optical Site Manager 2000 service pack, including package retrieval, health checks, and web UI download steps.