Cisco NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, enhanced timing

Cisco NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, enhanced timing

Brand: Cisco | Category: Network Equipment

SKU: NC55-RP2-E | Part #: NC55-RP2-E | MPN: NC55-RP2-E

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About the Cisco NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, enhanced timing

NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, Enhanced Timing is a Cisco network routing module built for service providers requiring precision clock distribution and hitless failover. Advanced timing synchronization enables telecom-grade performance on packet infrastructure.

Key Features:

  • Synchronous Ethernet (SyncE) support for time-critical applications
  • Enhanced timing recovery and phase lock capabilities
  • Dual-RP redundancy with non-stop forwarding
  • Support for timing signals over optical and electrical interfaces

Ideal for:

  • Mobile backhaul networks requiring strict timing (4G/5G)
  • Service provider core routing with clock distribution
  • Financial and trading networks with precise synchronization

Technical Specifications

BrandCisco
CategoryNetwork Equipment
SKUNC55-RP2-E
Part NumberNC55-RP2-E
ConditionNew
TimingSyncE, enhanced timing

Frequently Asked Questions about Cisco NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, enhanced timing

What does the Cisco NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, enhanced timing do?

The Cisco NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, enhanced timing is enterprise networking hardware for data-center, campus, and branch deployments. Common roles include core/distribution switching, server uplinks, top-of-rack fabric, and edge connectivity in mixed Cisco/Arista environments.

Is the Cisco NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, enhanced timing compatible with my infrastructure?

The Cisco NCS 5500 Route Processor with SyncE, enhanced timing interoperates with standard switching protocols (LACP, MLAG/VPC, 802.1Q, OSPF/BGP). For specific cross-vendor scenarios — Cisco-to-Arista MLAG peering, fabric integration with Cumulus/SONiC, or migration from legacy Catalyst — our network engineers map a compatibility plan as part of the RFQ.