1. Avaya Virtual Services Platform (VSP) – Portfolio Deep Dive
Dinesh Rego

2. Virtual Services Platform – Introducing a New Addition
Virtual Services Platform 8000 Series

3. Avaya Core/Fabric Switch Portfolio
Core Switch for large Data Center and Campus
High performance & high-density 10 Gigabit
Ultra-resiliency, scalability, & ready for 40/100 Gigabit
Where there is a need for sophisticated conventional & virtualized networking
VSP 9000
Core Switch for large Enterprise Campus & mid-sized (Gigabit-centric) Data Center
Environments that value high-availability & high-performance
Where there is a need for sophisticated conventional & virtualized networking
The positioning of the new VSP 8000 Series, relative to other existing products, is quite clear. While the 8000 leverages the core of the VSP 9000’s proven Carrier-grade VOS, the 8000 is clearly a less ‘engineered’ product, it’s tightly integrated from a hardware perspective, and is design to fit into a range of deployment scenarios that value cost-effectiveness and simplicity over massive scalability and hardware versatility. The VSP 8000 delivers Chassis-like capabilities, leveraging next-generation chipsets that deliver seamless integration of performance and functionality, and with all of the operational simplicity of a traditional non-Chassis offering.
ERS 8800
Core Switching solution for mid-market and medium-sized networks
Provides mass 10 Gigabit for aggregation, plus 40 Gigabit backbone links
Aggregation Switch in multi-tier networks, or End-of-Row in the Data Center
Where there is a need for plug-and-play conventional or virtualized networking
Satisfies the performance & resiliency needs without the Chassis penalties
VSP 8000

4. Introducing the Compact Form Factor The new best-practice for main stream networking
Game-changing capabilities
Higher port density
Better price/port
Lower entry price point
More power efficient
Reduced maintenance
Smaller footprint
Easy scalability
Chassis penalties avoided
Transition from Modular to Compact
From One-Size-Fits-All to Right-Size

5. Ingredients for Success
Confluence of Advancements Technology trends create a watershed opportunity
Die Shrink comes to Networking
Scale-out port density combines with better power & space metrics
Fabric-capable & SDN-ready
Flexible for today & strategic for tomorrow
Interfaces move from Modules to Transceivers
Another problem disappears
Ingredients for Success
Tipping Point Created
Next-Generation
Chipset
Connector
Unification
Network
Virtualization

6. Delivering Highly Available for the Edge
Improved Resiliency, Superior Value Compact Form-Factor combines with Switch Cluster
Equivalent to the Traditional Chassis
CPU
Switch Fabric
Power
Cooling
Link
Resiliency Enhancements
Physical Independence
Control Plane Independence
In-Service Software Upgrades
Delivering Highly Available for the Edge
Wiring Closet/Edge
One of the typical rationales for a Chassis-base Core is that a big, complex, expensive device is the only really dependable option. However, always-on availability is not so much a function of the hardware but more a product of the solution. Switch Cluster delivers this, and when Switch Cluster is delivered on a compact form factor, it provides a compelling offering for the mid-market and smaller Core deployments in the Enterprise. In short, rather than over-investing in ‘highly resilient’ Chassis, with redundant hardware, but vulnerable control plane and network solutions aspects, we enhance the survivability of the network through physical separation of the Core.
Avaya pioneered the concept of the high-availability network with it developed the Switch Cluster technology more than a decade ago. Making a single, unified, logical Core with two physically independent Switches – Clustering them – ensures that no one single point-of-failure can disrupt dual/multi-homed connectivity. This is the essence of always-on availability. The Switch Cluster in the Core delivers high-availability to the Edge, be that the Campus Wiring Closet, or Servers, Routers, or other networking devices in the Core/Data Center.
Therefore building a Core using a Switch Cluster of cost-effective compact form-factor VSP 8000 Series Switches enhances the resiliency posture. In addition to the various high-availability factors offered by expansive Chassis-based products (i.e. CPU, Switch Fabric, Power, Cooling, and of course Link), the combination of Switch Cluster and distributed hardware delivers total physical independent, including the ability to have the ‘Core’ split and deployed in different physical locations, independent and isolated control planes (meaning that there’s genuine process separation, isolation, and protection), and in-service software upgrades and be easily enacted. The VSP 8000 Series brings to the mid-sized Core all of the advantages that Switch Cluster deployed in Avaya’s Chassis-based products has enjoyed for years, but of course now offering it at a vastly different price point.
When Less Is More

7. Single, Unified, Logical Core
Deployment Flexibility Switch Cluster Evolves to Empower the Scale-out Core
Conventional Core
VLANs
OSPF, RIP, VRRP, PIM etc.
Fabric Core
VLANs, L2 VSNs
IP Shortcuts, VRRP, Multicast etc.
Virtual IST
Single, Unified, Logical Core
Virtual IST
MLT
Another of the justifications for a Chassis-base Core is that it delivers flexibility of hardware and therefore ensures scalability. True, but comes at a cost; it costs in terms of initial capital, ongoing operational, and even in terms of future expansion; every component has a a premium attached and often life cycle considerations mean that the flexibility that you thought you’d bought into (and certainly paid for with every single component) doesn’t actually materialize when you wish to exercise it…
The VSP 8000 Series implements our Switch Cluster technology in the classic manner, but will also act as the introductory platform for the next evolution of Switch Cluster technology; Virtual IST. Virtual IST is an enhancement of the Inter-Switch Trunk, insofar as it leverages a virtualized connection between the Cluster members, rather that the traditional physical link. This delivers greater flexibility, optimizes the usage and disposition of valuable high-capacity backbone connections, and forms the basis of further developments that will include the scalability of the Cluster beyond two members, and the ability to mix-and-match member device types.
Virtual IST delivers the dependable scalability capability to the VSP 8000 Series, and de-risks purchasing decisions by ensuring that the Core can provide both always-on high-availability and flexible pay-as-you-grow efficiencies.
MLT

8. Avaya Campus Network Architecture - Fabric
Server
Server Access
Data Center 1 Core
Data Center 2 Core
Virtual Services Fabric
Campus Core
Distribution (optional)
Virtual IST
Independent of direct physical links
Runs over SPB NNI
Dedicated ISID per Virtual IST to sync information between Switch cluster pair
Campus Core/Distribution using Shortest Path Bridging (SPB) with Virtual IST for Fabric Edge resiliency
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9. Avaya Campus Network Architecture - Conventional
Server
Server Access
Data Center 1 Core
Data Center 2 Core
Campus Core
Distribution (optional)
Virtual IST
Dependent on direct physical links
Runs over SPB NNI
Dedicated ISID per Virtual IST to sync information between Switch cluster pair
Campus Core/Distribution using Switch Clustering (SMLT) with Virtual IST (vIST)
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10. Avaya Virtual Services Platform 8284XSQ
Uncomplicated, compact format & high-performance platform
Non-blocking, wire-speed, & latency-optimized
Mature, feature-rich, & robust architecture
Virtualize just the Core, or go to Fabric Connect for end-to-end virtualization
Unique combination of port speeds/density & features/functionality
Highlights
Simple to deploy & operate
Future-proof performance
Proven & feature-rich OS
Versatile virtualization capabilities
Reduces TCO & drives faster ROI
Front View
Rear view

11. What’s the Positioning
What’s the Positioning? Versatile Capabilities Make for a Flexible Offering
Ideal positioning for the VSP 8284XSQ:
Core Switch (typically deployed as a high-availability pair) for small-to-medium Campus networks
Interconnecting multiple 10GbE-attached Wiring Closets
Distribution/Aggregation Switch
40GbE downlinks and 10GbE uplinks
Deployable in a number of Enterprise networking environments:
Conventional, multi-tier IP Routed Campus networks
Fabric-based Campus networks
Additionally, the high-performance architecture means that it can be positioned as:
Data Center End-of-Row Switch
Tier 3/4 Service Provider & Smaller Hosting Provider networks
Verticals: All – very broad appeal, everywhere that values simplicity

12. What’s the Differentiation? Delivering ‘Networking 2.0’ Today
Simplify configuration & operations
Services can be turned on, anywhere, on-demand, error-free & delay-free
Realize the full potential of virtualization
Virtualize just the Core, or seamlessly integrate into an end-to-end Fabric Connect virtualized network
Optimized traffic separation
Ensures regulatory & compliance, and enables multi-tenant partitioning. Enables PCI without firewalls
Delivers Autonomic Networking
Hardware-ready for Fabric Attach to automate full-service delivery of commodity devices such as IP Phones, Wireless APs, and IP Cameras

13. What’s Delivered? Key Features in the Initial Release, and as Follow-up
4.0 launches with these key features:
Avaya VENA Switch Cluster
L2 (SMLT) and L3 (Routed SMLT) support
Avaya Fabric Connect
L2 Virtual Service Networks, Inter-VSN Routing, and IP Shortcut Routing support
IPv4 Routing
RIP, OSPF, ECMP, VRRP, and VRF support
Follow-on releases will add:
IP Multicast
PIM and IGMP support, and Multicast/Fabric Connect
Avaya VENA Switch Cluster Virtual IST
Avaya VENA Fabric Attach
Patent-pending technology that completely automates network attachment
Hardware-ready for IPv6 Routing and MACsec

14. Virtual Services Platform 9000
What’s New?

15. What’s New in Release 3.4? New Features, New Capability Highlights
Hardware
10-Slot Chassis with Front-to-Back Cooling
Supports existing CP and I/O modules
9090SF Switch Fabric modules not supported
9095SF Switch Fabric Module for the 9010 chassis
Switching Capacity of 1.4TB each
Up to 320/640Gbps packet forwarding per I/O slot.
Software
Multicast-over-SPB support for Avaya VENA Fabric Connect
Multicast support for IPv4 Virtualized Routing (VRF)

16. VSP 9010 Front-to-Back Cooled Chassis
Cable Management (routing top and side)
Handles
Front loading I/O - and CPU modules
Rear loading Switch Fabrics
Cooling Modules and air intake
Power Supplies, front loading

17. VSP 9010 Front to Back Cooled Chassis
Cable management
Vents for I/O air outlet
I/O Cards (8)
CP Cards (2): 9080CP
SF Card (6): 9095SF
Vents for switch fabric air outlet
Aux Slot
Cooling Modules (2)
Vents for air intake
Power Supply Units (8)
Power Connectors (8)
Minor changes might apply to final product

18. Positioning
VSP 9012 vs VSP 9010
If density per rack is key requirement, then choose VSP 9012 which provides an additional 2 I/O slots per system and can support up to 3 chassis per rack.
If front to back airflow is key requirement then choose VSP 9010.
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19. What’s next in CY2014? New Features, New Capability Highlights
Hardware
High density 10G I/O module
48 x 1/10Gbps SFP+ ports
MACsec capable
40G I/O module
12 x 40Gbps QSFP+ ports
Channelization mode of operation in follow on release
Software
Increased ISIS adjacency scaling
MACsec support in software
Notes on new I/O modules:
Will operate with existing Switch Fabric Modules
Will require High Speed Front Fan Trays on the 9012 chassis
9010 chassis air-flow designed to support the new high density modules
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20. Improvements over 1st Generation Line Cards
Provides 4x performance
Reduces Watts/Mpps
Provides hardware support for higher density 10GigE and 40GE/100GE clear channel and striped
Significantly increased system scalability and performance
Integrates I/O MAC's and packet classification functions
Provides 2x 10GE port density: 24 ports to 48 ports
Improves Fast Failover Technology

21. Positioning VSP 9000 vs. VSP 8000 Comparison VSP 9000 VSP 8000
Port Density
Advantage
Resiliency
Switch, HW assist
Network
Scaling
Excellent
Good
Future Proof
Price per port
OPEX

22. Virtual Services Platform 4000
What’s New?

23. Avaya Virtual Services Platform 4450GSX-PWR+
Extend the Fabric to the Metro branch/Distributed Campus/Multi-service access
1Gig Aggregation
Low cost Fabric Edge device for Multi-tenant networking
Unique combination of port types/density
Copper w/PoE+, SFP, SFP+
Multi-layer, Multi-Service Fabric Connect capable
L2, L3 VSNs, IP Shortcuts
IP Multicast w/Fabric Connect
Highlights
Flexible Fabric extension switch
Simple to deploy & operate
Proven & feature-rich OS
Versatile virtualization capabilities
Reduces TCO & drives faster ROI
MACsec Ready
Front View
Rear View

24. What’s Delivered? Key Features Release 4.0
Release 4.0 = VSP 4000 Release 3.1 plus these new features:
VSP 4450GSX Hardware
12 x 10/100/1000 Mbps IEEE 802.3at PoE+ ports
36 x 100/1000 Mbps SFP ports
2 x 1/10 Gbps SFP+ ports
USB 2.0 port
MACsec encryption support on the 2 x 1/10 Gbps SFP+ ports
Software
MACsec
TACACS+
SLAMoN Agent

25. Avaya Fabric Connect Multi-tenant/Branch Network Architecture Extending Virtualization to the Network Edge – Campus, MAN & WAN
10GE
DC 1
DC 2
Building3
Building5
VSP9000
Building 4
VSP 8k,7k,9k
VSP4000
ERS
VSP 4000
Metro Rings
Based on
E-LINE
Provider
Service
WAN
MAN
Campus
MACsec
MACsec
MACsec
VSP 9000/8000 as Campus Fabric Core/Distribution switch
VSP 4000 as Multi-tenant demarcation point or as a Multi-service Fabric edge
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26. Virtual Services Platform 7000
What’s New?

27. Virtual Services Platform 7024XT Overview & Highlights
Fit-for-Purpose for Today
Versatile support for 1 or 10 Gigabit Ethernet
Distributed Top-of-Rack delivers the Industry’s fastest virtual backplane
Fabric Connect delivered directly to the Server
Media Dependent Adaptor flexibility
Lossless hardware & software architecture
Front-back or back-to-front cooling
Highly reliable & energy-efficient
Future-Ready for Tomorrow
Seamless integration of 40/100G
Data Centre Bridging-ready to integrate Fibre Channel
Highlights
Lightning-fast performance
Flexible connectivity options
Delivering mass 1/10 Gigabit today
Future-ready for 40/100 Gigabit & Storage convergence
Overview & Benefits
The Avaya Virtual Services Platform 7000 is ideally suited to delivering today’s pressing need for flexible, high-speed Ethernet connectivity in the high-performance Data Center Top-of-Rack (ToR) role; additionally it provides a cost-effective 10 Gigabit Ethernet fan-out capability for existing Core Switch deployments and it also has application in the Campus distribution layer, delivering flexible connectivity and consolidation options. Featuring a hardened physical architecture of dual, hot-swappable AC or DC power supplies and fan trays, the Virtual Services Platform 7000 (VSP 7000) is an important addition to a network manager’s toolkit for creating always-on high-performance solutions.
In addition to the versatility afforded by the integrated MDA, the VSP 7000 boast a host for strategic innovations that ensure it will continue to deliver cutting-edge performance and services throughout an extended life cycle. Chiefly amongst the future-ready features is the advanced fifth generation application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) chipset that has been optimized for sophisticated network operations.

28. What’s Delivered & What’s Next in CY2014. Key Features Release 10
Fabric Connect - SMLT & Stacking with SPB, Transparent UNI
IPv6 - Automatic address assignment, DHCP Relay, IPv4 Tunneling for IPv6, Static Routes, VLAN support, OOB Mgmt.
Security & Resiliency – SSH w/RSA Auth., RO user for telnet/SSH, SLPP Guard, IGMP w/SMLT
Serviceability – DDI support, SLAMon Agent, SPB config scripts, MDA hot swap, Port mirroring
Licensing requirement removed
FCoE w/JEDA (Controlled Introduction)
Fabric Attach Server – demo mode
Release – hardware only release
Introduces the VSP 7024XT
24 x 100M/1G/10G Base-T ports
Release
Introduces the 2-port 40G QSFP+ MDA
JITC Enhancements

29. AN Core Portfolio Positioning 2014
Nortel Corporate Presentation
AN Core Portfolio Positioning 2014
1/10/40/100 GE
Performance
BOSS
VOSS
VSP 8000
VSP 7000
ERS 8800
VSP 4000 Family
1/10 GE
4450
4850
Fabric-enabled
ERS 5000
Functionality

30. Thank You! Dinesh Rego Senior Product Line Manager
Avaya Networking – Core & Fabric Products

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33. 40 Gb/s Ethernet (IEEE 802.3ba)
Concepts
Consists of 4 x 10G channels/wavelengths (XLAUI)
40 GBASE-SR4/4x10GBASE-SR* QSFP+ Transceiver (850nm):
Reach: up to 100m with OM3 & up to 150m with OM4 fiber
12-fiber (MMF) cable with MTP®/MPO connector
8 fibers used, each TX/RX pair operates at 10G
Can be channelized into 4x10GBASE-SR*
40 GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ Transceiver (based on 1300nm CWDM):
Reach: up to 10km over SMF
Uses wavelengths of 1270, 1290, 1310, and 1330nm.
Duplex LC Connectors
40 GBASE-CR4 QSFP+ Direct Attach Cables:
Reach: up to 7m, we offer 1m, 3m, 5m options
Benefits
Addresses the bandwidth demands of today’s applications
Allows high density 10G in a 1U form factor, with channelization* & breakout cables
Positioning
Used for Core, ToR, EoR connections
Timelines
SR4, LR4 Transceivers & CR4 DACs – price list: Mar/Apr, ship start: early May
Channelized 40Gb/s Ethernet – POI CY15 on VSP 8K, 9K.
MPO – Multi-fiber Push-on
MTP – Multi-fiber Termination Push-on
MTP connector vs MPO connector: The MTP connector is a high performance MPO connector engineered for better mechanical and optical performance.
Connector Gender: MTP/MPO connectors that plug into the transceiver must be female gender. The guide pins are inside the Transceiver.
Pull-tabs: typically black for SR4 (MM) Transceivers and blue for LR4 (SM) Transceivers.
Patch cords:
40 GBASE SR4 OM3 indoor fiber patch cords are generally aqua color (50/125 µm fiber)
40 GBASE SR4 OM4 fiber patch cords are generally either aqua or magenta color (50/125 µm fiber)
Transceiver Part numbers:
AA E6 40GBASE-SR4/4x10GBASE-SR QSFP+ transceiver (MPO/MTP Connector 850 nm Wavelength up to 150M over OM4 MMF)
AA E6 40GBASE-LR4 QSFP+ transceiver (Duplex LC Connector nm Wavelength up to 10KM over SMF)
AA E6  QSFP+ TO QSFP+ DAC CABLE 1M (PASSIVE COPPER)
AA E6   QSFP+ TO QSFP+ DAC CABLE 3M (PASSIVE COPPER)
AA E6  QSFP+ TO QSFP+ DAC CABLE 5M (PASSIVE COPPER)
AA E6  QSFP+ TO SFP+ DAC BREAKOUT CABLE 1M (PASSIVE COPPER)
AA E6  QSFP+ TO SFP+ DAC BREAKOUT CABLE 3M (PASSIVE COPPER)
AA E6  QSFP+ TO SFP+ DAC BREAKOUT CABLE 5M (PASSIVE COPPER)
*Not part of the IEEE Standard
XLAUI – 40G Attachment Unit Interface