CX-CIP2-ECA1 | Cisco 7000/7500 Channelized Interface Processor Model

Description 

The CX-CIP2-ECA1 is a Channelized Interface Processor (Model 2) with 1 ESCON port for Cisco 7000/7500 series routers.

Technical Specifications 

Information About CX-CIP2-ECA1

The CX-CIP2-ECA1 is a Channelized Interface Processor (CIP) Model 2, specifically developed for Cisco's high-performance 7000 and 7500 series routers. This processor includes one ESCON (Enterprise Systems Connection) port, enabling seamless integration between Cisco routers and IBM mainframe environments using FICON-compatible fiber optic connections. The CIP2 model supports SNA (Systems Network Architecture) and channel-attached configurations, making it a crucial component for enterprise-class networking infrastructures.

Key Features:

• Mainframe Integration: Provides direct ESCON connectivity for IBM host communication.

• 1-Port ESCON Interface: Supports high-speed, full-duplex fiber optic channel attachment.

• Processor Offloading: Enhances overall router performance by shifting SNA workload off the main CPU.

• 7000/7500 Series Compatibility: Designed specifically for Cisco’s modular enterprise-class routers.
  

The CX-CIP2-ECA1 enables legacy systems to function within modern networks, supporting hybrid IT environments with optimized communication pathways.

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