Ciena 3960: Empowering High-Performance Networking Solutions
TXO is your trusted partner for high-quality repair services and dedicated support for the Ciena 3960 Service Delivery Switch (SDS). This advanced 10GbE switch is designed for fibre or copper connectivity and is utilized in data centres, demarcation points, enterprise customers, mobile/wireless network backhaul, and for general 1G/10G switching. With a comprehensive inventory of new and used parts and components, we specialize in refurbishment and repair solutions tailored specifically for the CN 3960 series. Our experienced professionals are committed to ensuring the seamless operation and maintenance of your Ciena networks.
Contact us today to explore the full range of our services and discover how we can provide personalized support to meet your specific requirements.
Shipping and Availability: Dependable and Quick Service
For the Ciena 3960 platform, we prioritize quick dispatch of parts upon receipt of your purchase order. International shipments typically arrive within 3-5 days, while deliveries within the UK are usually completed in 1-3 days. For precise stock levels and tailored delivery estimates based on your region, please reach out to us.
About Ciena 3960: redefining ethernet service delivery
The Ciena 3960 Service Delivery Switch (SDS) is a pioneering solution that elevates network performance and service delivery for telecommunications providers. Engineered to handle the escalating demands for bandwidth and low-latency communication, this advanced switch is essential for modern networking environments. The Ciena 3960 integrates sophisticated features for operations, administration, and maintenance (OAM), enabling real-time monitoring and management of network performance. This proactive approach not only optimizes operational costs but also ensures enhanced service reliability, allowing operators to swiftly identify and address potential issues before they impact users.
Designed with versatility in mind, the Ciena 3960 boasts a variety of ports, including 10GbE, with support for both fiber and copper connections. This flexibility allows service providers to efficiently manage high-capacity data traffic across a multitude of applications, from enterprise solutions to mobile backhaul. Its modular architecture facilitates easy scalability and seamless integration into existing network infrastructures, making it an ideal choice for business service providers of any size. By meeting diverse networking needs, the Ciena 3960 empowers providers to adapt to changing market conditions and customer requirements, supporting them with managed services capabilities.
The Ciena 3960 is particularly suited for high-performance Ethernet services, ensuring reliable delivery of critical applications such as video streaming, cloud services, and large-scale data transfers. Its compliance with industry standards set by the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) guarantees interoperability with a wide range of devices and services, ensuring carrier-grade quality for end users. By adhering to these standards, the Ciena 3960 enables service providers to maintain a competitive edge in a fast-evolving telecommunications landscape while delivering high-quality services to their customers.
At TXO, we are committed to ensuring that all refurbished Ciena 3960 units meet stringent OEM specifications, which simplifies integration into existing networks while supporting essential protocols. Our extensive inventory and expertise allow us to provide comprehensive solutions that help service providers optimize their network operations and enhance service quality. From repair and refurbishment services to proactive support, TXO stands ready to assist customers in maximizing the value of their investment in Ciena technology, empowering them to achieve reliable, high-performance network operations that meet the demands of today’s digital world.
Ciena 3960 Component List: Eligible Part Numbers for Repair
At TXO, we offer a wide selection of refurbished products and parts for the Ciena 3960 Service Delivery Switch (SDS). Below is a list of some of the most sought-after components we provide. If you don’t see the part you need, please contact us, and we will gladly assist you in finding the right solution, whether for direct purchase, asset recovery, or managed service options.
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| 170-3960-902 | Ciena 3960 Service Delivery Switch, featuring (8) 100/1000M SFP/RJ-45 ports, (4) 10G XFP ports, extended features, and (2) slots for AC or DC pluggable power supplies. |
| 170-0100-901 | AC pluggable power supply for Ciena 3940/3960 models. |
| 170-0101-901 | DC pluggable power supply for Ciena 3940/3960 models. |
Repair Services: Ensuring Reliability and Performance
Experience TXO’s exceptional repair service designed specifically for the Ciena 3960 Service Delivery Switch. Our team of expert technicians specializes in diagnosing and repairing a wide range of components within the Ciena 3960 family, ensuring optimal functionality and reliability. Completing thousands of repairs each year, our skilled engineers uphold a commitment to quality and efficiency from our modern engineering facilities. We specialize in vital telecom repairs, encompassing Ethernet, optical, and IP technologies, with significant expertise in servicing Ciena 3960 components.
Our comprehensive repair service includes thorough assessments of the Ciena 3960 system, enabling us to identify potential issues and implement preemptive repairs on both control and tributary cards. This proactive approach minimizes downtime and enhances service continuity for your operations.
In addition, our advance replacement service ensures timely delivery of parts before on-site repairs are conducted, allowing you to maintain uninterrupted service to your clients. Count on us for reliable and efficient repair solutions tailored to your Ciena 3960 platform, empowering you to sustain seamless network performance.
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Technical Specifications: Ciena 3960 Service Delivery Switch
The table below gives some brief technical specifications of the Ciena 3960 switch. For more in-depth information, please view the full data sheet here.
| Interfaces | 2 x 10GbE UNI XFP ports 2 x 10GbE NNI/UNI XFP ports 8 x 100/1000M SFP/RJ-45 UNI ports 1 x 10/100/1000M RJ-45 Management port 1 x Console Port (EIA-232, DB9) |
| Ethernet | IEEE 802.3 Ethernet IEEE 802.3u Fast Ethernet IEEE 802.3z Gigabit Ethernet IEEE 802.1D MAC Bridges IEEE 802.1Q VLANs - Including .1p Priority IEEE 802.1ad Provider Bridging (Q-in-Q) VLAN full S-VLAN range VLAN tunneling (Q-in-Q) for Transparent LAN Services (TLS) Single and double VLAN tag translations on ingress and egress Per VLAN MAC Learning Control Per-Port MAC Learning Control IEEE 802.1s/w: Rapid/Multiple Spanning Tree IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP) Jumbo Frames to 9216 bytes Layer 2 Control Frame Tunneling ITU-T G.8032 Ethernet Rings Protection Switching |
| Carrier Ethernet OAM | IEEE 802.1ag Connectivity Fault Management (CFM) IEEE 802.3ah Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM) IEEE 802.1AB Link Layer Discovery Protocol (LLDP) ITU-T Y.1731 Ethernet OAM - Performance Monitoring TWAMP Responder and Receiver (RFC5618) TWAMP Sender TWAMP +/- 1ms timestamp accuracy Dying Gasp with Syslog and SNMP Traps |
| PBB-TE (Provider Backbone Bridging -Traffic Engineering) | IEEE 802.1Qay PBB-TE IEEE 802.1ah PBB frame format PBB-TE Multi-homed Protection Failover |
| MPLS/VPLS | MPLS Pseudowire Emulation Edge-to-Edge (PWE3) MPLS Virtual Private Wire Service (VPWS) VPLS (Virtual Private LAN Service) and Hierarchical VPLS (H-VPLS) RSVP-TE (for MPLS Tunnel Signaling) OSPF-TE (for MPLS Tunnel Routes) IS-IS-TE (for MPLS Tunnel Routes) LDP & Targeted LDP (for VPLS VC signaling) MPLS Fast ReRoute (via RSVP-TE) LSP Ping LSP Traceroute |
| Quality of Service | 8 Hardware Queues per Port Committed and Excess Information Rate (CIR and EIR) Classification based on IEEE 802.1D priority Classification based on VLAN, source port, destination port, TCP/UDP port Classification based on IP Precedence and IP DiffServ Code Point (DSCP) Ingress metering per-port Ingress metering per-port per-CoS Ingress metering per-port per-VLAN Up to 512 Ingress Meters per port Up to 4096 Ingress Meters per system Configurable metering burst size Configurable L2 frame bandwidth calculation Per-Port RED Egress Queuing Egress Shaping and Scheduling Traffic Profile on Port/C-VLAN ID/C-VLAN Priority Marking L2 Priority mapping from IP DSCP/TOS IP DSCP/TOS mapping from L2 Priority C-VLAN Priority to S-VLAN Priority Mapping S-VLAN Priority based on C-VLAN ID Per-VLAN Classification, Metering, and Statistics |
| Multicast Management | IGMPv2 Snooping (RFC 2236) IGMP Domains IGMP Message Filtering IGMP Inquisitive Leave Broadcast/Multicast Storm Control Unknown Multicast Filtering Well-known Protocol Forwarding |
| Network Management | Enhanced CLI CLI-based configuration files SNMP v1/v2c/v3 SNMPv3 Authentication and Message Encryption SNMP MIB II (RFC 1213) Bridge MIB (RFC 1493) Ethernet-like Interface MIB (RFC 1643) MIB II interfaces (RFC 1573) RMON MIB (RFC1757) - inc. persistent configuration RMON II (RFC 2021) and RMON Statistics Per-VLAN Statistics RADIUS Client and RADIUS Authentication TACACS+ AAA DHCP Client (RFC 2131) NTP Client (RFC 1305) DNS Client (RFC 1035) Telnet Server Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) Secure Shell (SSHv2) Syslog with Syslog Accounting Port State Mirroring Local Console Port Comprehensive Management via Ethernet Services Manager (ESM) Remote Autoconfiguration via FTP, TFTP, SFTP Software download/upgrade via FTP, TFTP, SFTP |
| Service Security | 802.1x Port-based Network Access Control Egress Port Restriction Layer 2, 3 Protocol Filtering Broadcast Containment User Access Rights Per-port or per-VLAN Service Access Control Hardware-based DOS Attack Prevention Hardware-based Access Control Lists (ACLs) |
| MAC Address Table Capacity | 32,000 MAC addresses |
| Power Requirements | Redundant hot-swappable AC or DC power supplies AC Input: 100V to 240V AC (nominal) AC Frequency: 50/60 Hz Maximum Power Input: 173 W DC Input: -48V, -60V DC (nominal) |
| Environmental Characteristics | Operating Temperature: +32°F to +122°F (0°C to +50°C) Storage Temperature: -40°F to +158°F (-40°C to +70°C) Relative Humidity: Non-Condensing 5% to 90% |
| Physical Characteristics | Dimensions: 1.75 in (H) x 17.5 in (W) x 14.5 in (D); 44.5 mm (H) x 444.5 mm (W) x 368.3 mm (D) Weight: 15 lbs; 6.9 kg |
We’re Here to Help: Contact TXO for Ciena 3960 Support
For all your Ciena 3960 needs, TXO is committed to delivering exceptional support and service. Our team of multilingual professionals is ready to assist you promptly with troubleshooting, guidance, and any networking issues you may encounter.
Please note that TXO operates independently and is not formally affiliated with Ciena.
