This chapter explains the NCS 2000 OAS architecture, reference setup, software image types, and design considerations that guide transition and operation.
Design the Cisco Optical Automation Solution for NCS 2000 networks
Cisco Optical Automation Solution NCS 2000
This section introduces how Cisco Optical Site Manager and Cisco Optical Network Controller work together to manage NCS 2000 ROADM, OLA, and transponder nodes.
Golden reference setup for NCS 2000 networks
Use this reference setup to understand the sample NCS 2000 topology used throughout the procedures and to relate screenshots to a consistent network model.
Cisco Optical Site Manager features and deployment models
This section describes Cisco Optical Site Manager functions, deployment options, sizing considerations, networking requirements, and instance grouping for NCS 2000 and NCS 1000 environments.
Cisco Optical Network Controller deployment models and requirements
This section explains Cisco Optical Network Controller deployment models, node requirements, redundancy options, and interfaces used for OAS network operations.
Cisco software image purposes
This reference describes the Cisco NCS 2000, Cisco Optical Site Manager, and Cisco Optical Network Controller software images used for installation, upgrade, and service-pack workflows.
Cisco Optical Network Controller circuit management in NCS 2000 networks
Review the circuit management changes introduced with release 26.x so operators understand which actions move from legacy tools to Cisco Optical Network Controller.
SVO card placement capabilities in Cisco Optical Network Planner
This section explains how Cisco Optical Network Planner supports SVO card placement decisions and shows the design artifacts used to validate supported deployment models.