Part of the Media Links 100G Eco-system

Edge applications

MD8000

 

The MD8000 platform remains the benchmark for all Media over IP Transport solutions and is Media Links’ proven 4K, 3G/HD/SD-SDI, and DVB-ASI transport over IP networks

Part of the Media Links 100G Eco-system

MD8000 IP Platform Chassis

Rear

Front

Rear

Front

Highlights

  • Compact 2RU chassis
  • Redundant PSU, single Switch Controller and 6 non-blocking Slots of 10Gb connectivity each
  • 60Gbps Non-blocking L2 Switch Fabric
  • 6 Slots available for access and trunk modules
  • 6 temperature controlled rear exhaust fans
  • Cable management for all modules from behind
  • Power consumption: 30W per board, 80W per SWCNT-board
  • 10Gb connectivity per slot, non-blocking switching architecture

 

  • All modules “hot-swappable”, including power supplies
  • Mid plane design with no active components on rear connectors
  • Removable SD flash memory card on the Switch Controller card for software and configuration file storage
  • Relay contacts for external Power, Fan, and Board alarm indications
  • Detailed LED status and fault indicators on line boards, trunk boards, power supplies, and fans
  • Maximum of 650W power consumption

Rear

Front

Rear

Front

Highlights

  • Compact 4U chassis
  • Ideal for edge or feeder applications
  • 90Gbps Non-blocking L2 Switch Fabric
  • 9 card slots for access and trunk modules

 

  • 2 card slots for redundant Switch modules
  • Can be equipped with redundant PSU and Switch Controllers with nine non-blocking slots of 10Gb connectivity each
  • Both an AC and DC version available

Rear

Front

Rear

Front

Highlights

  • 7RU Chassis
  • Redundant PSU and Switch Controllers and 24 non-blocking Slots of 10Gb connectivity each
  • High density, high capacity chassis form factor
  • Ideal for larger applications and traffic consolidation/aggregation
  • 240Gbps Non-blocking L2 Switch Fabric
  • All 24 slots available for access and trunk cards/modules
  • 6 temperature controlled rear exhaust fans
  • Cable management for all modules from behind the chassis
  • Power consumption: 30W per board, 80W per SWCNT-board

 

  • 10Gb connectivity per slot, non-blocking switching architecture
  • All modules “hot-swappable,” including power supplies
  • Mid-plane design with no active components on rear connectors
  • Removable SD flash memory card on the Switch Controller card for software and configuration file storage
  • Relay contacts for external power, fan, and board alarm indications
  • Detailed LED status and fault indicators on line boards, trunk boards, power supplies, and fans
  • Available in both AC and DC powered versions
    Maximum of 1000W power consumption

*Features and specification subject to change. Contact your Sales team for details

The MD8000 has evolved into a much sought after solution that supports the evolution of broadcast delivery and content over IP. It continues to be deployed by large-scale telecoms and broadcasters globally and has proven itself as an efficient, robust transport offering that can be deployed on a variety of network topologies that require high quality, pixel-perfect content delivery.

  • Video and data interfaces include: 4K UHD, 3G/HD/SD SDI, DVB-ASI, JPEG2000, JPEG-XS, 10 / 100 / 1000 BaseT and Audio
  • 10Gb Ethernet LAN Trunk card
  • Supports multicast and multiple unicast of all video and data streams
  • Non-blocking switch fabric supports complete utilization of all available bandwidth

Comprehensive Network Management and Communications

  • Built-in web interface
  • Built-in Command Line Interface (CLI)
  • SNMP network management, MIBs available from Media Links
  • Direct management under Media Links ProMD EMS network management software, including configuration, circuit provisioning, monitoring, SNMP alarms and traps
  • Supports both in-band and out-of-band network management connectivity
  • Remote firmware and FPGA code updates via FTP

Key Features of the MD8000 Series

  • Multiple Unicast for non-multicast enabled networks
  • SFP Modules support DDS (Tx/Rx Power, Laser Bias, etc.)
  • Local switching between cards in the same chassis
  • Multiple Redundant modes of operation, including single mode, Class J, Class C, and Class B
  • Integration with IP / MPLS transport systems
  • SNMP control and management
  • External Syslog server support
  • Configurable video buffering
  • External clock support
  • On-board chassis, network, and switch controller message logging
  • Add/Drop/Pass Capability

Key Functions of the MD8000

  • Video and data interfaces include: 4K UHD, 3G/HD/SD SDI, DVB-ASI, JPEG2000, JPEG-XS, 10 / 100 / 1000 BaseT and Audio
  • 10Gb Ethernet LAN Trunk card
  • Supports multicast and multiple unicast of all video and data streams
  • Non-blocking switch fabric supports complete utilization of all available bandwidth

Applications for the MD8000 Series

  • Large Scale Sporting event that require high Quality of Service (QoS) and guaranteed delivery solutions
  • Media Applications that have both traditional and IP based requirements that require common platforms and interchange solutions
  • Multi Vendor environments with standards based protocols
  • Broadcast studios transitioning from traditional fixed wireline based technologies need to transition to next generation of switched IP solutions to be workflow compliant
  • Carrier Class Media Networks
  • High Performance Studio Interconnects
  • Flawless Contribution Video Transport
  • Reliable Content Delivery System
  • Integrated Live, Recorded and File-Based Communications
  • Multi-point service distribution