Cisco ONS-SC-OSC-18.0

The Cisco ONS-SC-OSC-18.0 is a product from Cisco's Optical Networking Solutions (ONS) portfolio. It is an optical supervisory channel (OSC) module that is used in optical transport networks. The ONS-SC-OSC-18.0 provides a dedicated channel for supervisory and control information in optical networks. It operates at a wavelength of 1550 nm and supports a data rate of 9.953 Gbps. The module is designed to be used with Cisco's ONS 15454 Multiservice Transport Platform (MSTP) and other compatible optical platforms. The OSC module is responsible for carrying critical network management and control information, such as alarms, performance monitoring, and provisioning commands, between network elements. It helps ensure the efficient and reliable operation of the optical network by providing a separate channel for these essential functions. Overall, the Cisco ONS-SC-OSC-18.0 is a key component in optical transport networks, enabling effective management and control of the network infrastructure.