The MD8000 series of Media over IP Transport solutions offers three (3) different chassis options. Each chassis accepts the same MD8000 line cards and trunk modules and can be configured according to the specific application and requirements for the system.
Key Facts:
- Fully IP-based video, media, and data transport
- Easy integration with IP/Ethernet switching and optical transport systems
- The MD8000 chassis’ all accept the same cards
- Connects to both IP or SONET based long distance and WAN networks
- Forward Error Correction (FEC) and hitless switching ensure lossless video transport and delivery
CHASSIS | MD8000 SX | MD8000 | MD8000 EX |
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DIMENSIONS | 2 RU for 19_ rack mount | 4 RU for 19_ rack mount | 7 RU for 19_ rack mount |
H: 3.5_ / 8.89 cm | H: 7_ / 17.78 cm | H: 12.25_ / 31.12 cm | |
W: 17.5_ / 44.45 cm | W: 17.5_ / 44.45 cm | W: 17.5_ / 44.45 cm | |
D: 22.0_ / 55.88 cm | D: 22.0_ / 55.88 cm | D: 22.0_ / 55.88 cm | |
WEIGHT | 33 lb. / 15 kg. | 42 lb. / 19.2 kg. | 60 lb. / 27 kg. |
AMBIENT OPERATING TEMPERATURE | 0ø C to +55ø C | 0ø C to +55ø C | 0ø C to +55ø C |
32ø F to 131ø F | 32ø F to 131ø F | 32ø F to 131ø F | |
SUBMINIATURE D | External Alarm Output | External Alarm Output | External Alarm Output |
POWER SUPPLY UNITS | 2 slots for redundant PSU | 2 slots for redundant PSU | 2 slots for redundant PSU |
INPUT VOLTAGE | 80 to 240 VAC (50/60 Hz) | 80 to 240 VAC (50/60 Hz) | 80 to 240 VAC (50/60 Hz) |
POWER CONSUMPTION | 80W per SWNT-board | 80W per SWNT-board | 80W per SWNT-board |
30W per module | 30W per module | 30W per module | |
IP SWITCH CONTROLLER SLOTS | 2 slots for redundant IP Switch Controllers (except 2 RU chassis) | 2 slots for redundant IP Switch Controllers (except 2 RU chassis) | 2 slots for redundant IP Switch Controllers (except 2 RU chassis) |
1 x RJ45 | 10/100 BaseT for Management Connection | 10/100 BaseT for Management Connection | 10/100 BaseT for Management Connection |
1 x BNC | Black Burst Signals Input Cable | Black Burst Signals Input Cable | Black Burst Signals Input Cable |
1 x Subminiature D | External Clock Input | External Clock Input | External Clock Input |
CHASSIS MODEL | ORDER NUMBER | ORDER CODE |
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MD8000 SX - 2 RU Chassis | ||
6 user interface | MD80T009 | MD8000SX Chassis (EU) |
AC power supply | MDPS0016 | MD-1U800-PS |
MD8000 - 4 RU Chassis | ||
9+3 user interface | MD80T001 | MD8000 Chassis (EU) |
9+3 user interface with DC power input | MD80T005 | MD8000 Chassis (DC) |
AC power supply | MDPS0011 | MD-4U1000-PS (EU) |
48V DC power supply | MDPS0015 | MD-4U5000-PS (DC) |
9 port x 10Gb switch module | MD803003 | SWCNT9-F-SD |
MD8000 EX _ 7 RU Chassis | ||
24 slot user interface | MD80T002 | MD8000EX Chassis (EU) |
24+user interface with DC power input | MD80T006 | MD8000EX Chassis (DC) |
AC power supply | MDPS0010 | MD6U1500-PS (EU) |
48V DC power supply | MDPS0014 | MD6U1000-PS (DC) |
24 port x 10Gb switch module | MD803004 | SWCNT24-F-SD |
MD8000 SX Chassis

- 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
MD8000 Chassis

- 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
MD8000 EX Chassis
- 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