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Cisco IOS XR7

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What is Cisco IOS XR7?

Cisco IOS XR7 is a network operating system which the vendor states delivers greater modularity, a simplified networking stack, and cloud-enhanced automation for improved network programmability.

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Cisco IOS XR7 - All in one package

Incentivized
Verified User
Engineer in Information Technology (10,001+ employees employees)

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use Cisco IOS XR7 in Datacenters in our organization. It has helped us in connecting users and servers with various networks by switching, routing packets. It was replaced by legacy IOS 6500 switches. Currently, my team has liked its user interface compared to older CLI methods which proves ease of use for beginners.

Pros

  • Switching and Routing
  • High capacity load
  • Automation and scripting

Cons

  • Graphic User Interface could be improved
  • Network Orchestration
  • Zero touch config could have more features

Return on Investment

  • Saves man hours with Network Orchestration
  • Scalable and cloud managed
  • Supports many platforms

Alternatives Considered

Junos Network Operating System (Junos OS)

Other Software Used

NETSCOUT ISNG Platform, Cisco 3504 WLAN Controller, Nokia 7750 Service Router (SR)

Next gen cloud-enhanced network operating system

Incentivized
Verified User
Consultant in Research & Development (5001-10,000 employees employees)

Pros

  • Flixible.
  • Faster times to boot.
  • Utilizes less memory.

Cons

  • Web interface can certainly be improved.
  • It is stuck with a command-line interface. I understand that old users were CLI addicts but a whole new world emerged and it's not fair to force them to learn CLI.
  • Pricing-wise it is always too high. Can look into reducing that exorbitant pricing for routers.

Return on Investment

  • Made operational simple for already Linux-style working workforce in the organization hence reducing operational costs.
  • Picking and choosing only those software packages needed for us certainly brought down our purchasing costs.
  • On the negative side, the initial cost of purchase is very high. Small to medium companies will surely think many times.

Alternatives Considered

Cisco NX-OS, Open Network Linux and Dent

Other Software Used

Open Network Linux, Cisco NX-OS, Apache OpenOffice

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