{"product_id":"cisco-ncs2k-16-wxc-fs-roadm-line-card","title":"Cisco NCS 2000 16-port Flex Spectrum ROADM Line Card","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eCisco NCS 2000 16-port Flex Spectrum ROADM Line Card\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCisco NCS2K-16-WXC-FS\u003c\/strong\u003e is a double-slot \u003cstrong\u003eROADM line card\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for service providers and network operators building high-capacity optical core networks. This \u003cstrong\u003e16-port Flex Spectrum\u003c\/strong\u003e solution delivers multidegree wavelength switching at the individual channel level, enabling flexible spectrum allocations across 96 channels at 50 GHz spacing or mixed configurations. Perfect for operators requiring \u003cstrong\u003ecolorless multiplexing and demultiplexing\u003c\/strong\u003e capabilities, this card transforms ROADM node architecture with wavelength X-Connect functionality and advanced optical routing intelligence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16-port \u003cstrong\u003eFlex Spectrum ROADM\u003c\/strong\u003e architecture with multidegree switching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for 96 channels at 50 GHz spacing plus flexible spectrum allocations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual wavelength-level switching and \u003cstrong\u003ewavelength X-Connect\u003c\/strong\u003e capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorless multiplexing and demultiplexing for ROADM nodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDouble-slot form factor for seamless NCS 2000 chassis integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced optical routing with flexible channel configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCisco Certified Refurbished Equipment program availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCisco Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNCS 2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNCS2K-16-WXC-FS-RF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCard Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-port Flex Spectrum ROADM Line Card\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDouble-slot unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannel Support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96 channels at 50 GHz + Flex Spectrum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitching Function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWavelength X-Connect and Mux\/Demux\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCore optical network ROADM nodes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a Flex Spectrum ROADM line card used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCisco NCS 2000 Flex Spectrum ROADM\u003c\/strong\u003e line card is used to build reconfigurable optical add-drop multiplexer (ROADM) nodes in core networks. It enables operators to dynamically route individual wavelengths and allocate flexible spectrum channels without requiring manual fiber reconfiguration, reducing operational costs and improving network agility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many wavelengths can this ROADM line card support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e16-port ROADM card\u003c\/strong\u003e supports up to 96 channels spaced at 50 GHz, or a combination of standard 50 GHz channels and flexible spectrum allocations, providing operators with maximum flexibility in channel planning and deployment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the NCS2K-16-WXC-FS compatible with existing NCS 2000 systems?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the \u003cstrong\u003eNCS2K-16-WXC-FS\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed as a double-slot line card that integrates seamlessly into Cisco NCS 2000 chassis, enabling straightforward upgrades to existing optical networking infrastructure without requiring complete system replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre refurbished units available for this ROADM line card?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, refurbished units of this \u003cstrong\u003eFlex Spectrum ROADM line card\u003c\/strong\u003e are available through the Cisco Certified Refurbished Equipment program, offering cost-effective options for network operators following the product's end-of-sale phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CISCO SYSTEMS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41718833119307,"sku":"NCS2K-16-WXC-FS-RF","price":84703.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/Cisco-NCS-2000-16-port-Flex-Spectrum-ROADM-Line-Card.png?v=1788309922","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/cisco-ncs2k-16-wxc-fs-roadm-line-card","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}