Cisco Network Convergence System (NCS) 500 Series Routers
Scale your access networks
with strategy
Experience a platform designed for service providers. Support automation and programmability to provide 5G, Remote PHY, Carrier Ethernet, and Fiber-to-the-X (FTTX) solutions.
Overview
Discover the power of the NCS 500 Series
Bring your network into the future with modern innovations to help you build a network that will grow as you do.
Be 5G ready
The NCS 540 and NCS 560 are built for 5G with advanced timing, ultra-low latency, and ultra-high capacity. They provide the foundation for pervasive Mobile Broadband (MBB), large-scale Internet of Things (IoT), tactile Internet, smart cities, and more.
Automate, manage, and monitor
Create application-aware networks using segment routing, flexible interfaces with NETCONF, and YANG data models—all with real-time insights through streaming telemetry.
Build a more flexible network
Consolidate network services efficiently onto a single platform with our highly scalable, energy-efficient routers. Easily adjust capacity with ports that support speeds of 1/10/25/40/100 Gigabit Ethernet (GE).
Support sustainability
Improve energy efficiency and scalability with a robust network operating system that helps you reduce your network footprint and lower your carbon impact.