Ciena's 3906mvi Service Virtualization Switch is a compact, smart CPE platform that delivers gigabit Ethernet service capability with virtual network function integration.

By bundling Virtual Network Functions (VNFs) with Ethernet connectivity services, today's service providers can field a virtually limitless portfolio of enhanced services that build reliable revenue streams and limit the endless upgrade cycles that only add cost and inefficiency to the network infrastructure. Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) enables agility and scalability that facilitates transformation of networks and the services they provide. Ciena's 3906mvi enables this transformation by hosting multiple VNFs at the customer premises or network edge.

Sized according to the number and nature of the VNFs, the platform accommodates an optional Intel-based server module capable of hosting a wide range of functions that are ideally distributed to the network edge to optimize last-mile bandwidth usage, such as encryption, WAN optimization, firewalls, service activation testing, service monitoring, and virtual routing. Service chaining several VNFs creates a library of value-added services that can be remotely provisioned, upgraded, maintained, and managed with no truck rolls and reduced probability of human error.

The 3906mvi is a carrier-grade platform based on the Service-Aware Operating System (SAOS) used in all Ciena packet switches, providing operational efficiency and consistent system attributes. SAOS delivers benefits across all Ethernet access and aggregation applications, including:

• Rapid implementation of the latest advances in Ethernet technologies, as well as new services and standards proposed by the IEEE, IETF, MEF, and ITU
• Improved efficiency and cost savings resulting from a common deployment and service provisioning model across Ciena's Packet Networking products
• Service offering ubiquity, permitting rapid rollout of new services across the entire network
• MEF CE 2.0-certified Ethernet service offerings for E-Line, E-LAN, E-Tree, and E-Access port-based and VLAN based variants

VNF Host

Encryption, firewalls, enterprise routing, WAN optimization and similar functions have been recognized as far more cost effective if integrated into a virtual platform that avoids 'sheet metal' dedicated to each. Service providers can thus differentiate their service offerings, improving revenue per user, minimizing churn, delivering increased value to end-users, and increasing their overall revenue through partnerships.

Ciena's 3906mvi serves as smart CPE for these deployments and complements other hosting capabilities offered in the CO, data center or cloud deployments. In addition, new services in the future may offer additional benefits if they can be added to the service mix with minimal intervention.

NFV Host - Pluggable x86 Server Module (Optional)

The 3906mvi is capable of receiving a field-replaceable server module to run a variety of NVF applications. The server module supports hot swap for live system insertion into the 3906mvi chassis without interruption to the native switch traffic flows.

• General Information
• • Manufacturer
  • Ciena Corporation
  • Manufacturer Website Address
  • http://www.ciena.com
  • Brand Name
  • Ciena
  • Product Type
  • Ethernet Switch