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Cisco N540-24Z8Q2C-M Refurbished - NCS 540 Multi-Rate Router
MPN: N540-24Z8Q2C-M
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The Refurbished Cisco N540-24Z8Q2C-M is a member of the Cisco Network Convergence System (NCS) 540 series, purpose-built for high-performance edge routing in service provider, enterprise WAN, and data center interconnect environments. This fixed-configuration chassis provides a versatile mix of interface speeds — 24 ports operating at 1GE or 10GE, 8 ports supporting 10GE or 25GE, and 2 ports delivering 100GE uplink capacity — making it an ideal aggregation or edge node where traffic density and interface flexibility are critical requirements.The NCS 540 platform is powered by Cisco IOS XR, a carrier-grade operating system renowned for its modular architecture, high availability features, and robust support for MPLS, segment routing, and advanced QoS. The N540-24Z8Q2C-M chassis is engineered for space-constrained deployments where rack efficiency matters, without sacrificing the port density or throughput needed for modern network demands.
Purchasing this unit in Refurbished condition from WhaleyComm allows organizations to deploy proven Cisco infrastructure at a fraction of the list price — an excellent strategy for budget-conscious network expansions, lab environments, or redundancy builds. Each unit is inspected and tested prior to shipment. At $6,799.00, the N540-24Z8Q2C-M delivers exceptional value for teams standardizing on Cisco IOS XR-based routing platforms.
Technical Specifications
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'N540-24Z8Q2C-M', 'Brand': 'Cisco', 'Product Series': 'NCS 540', 'Condition': 'Refurbished', 'Form Factor': 'Fixed Chassis', '1G/10GE Ports': '24', '10G/25GE Ports': '8', '100GE Ports': '2', 'Operating System': 'Cisco IOS XR', 'Port Type - 1/10GE': 'SFP/SFP+', 'Port Type - 10/25GE': 'SFP28', 'Port Type - 100GE': 'QSFP28'}
Ideal Use Cases
Service Provider Edge Aggregation
The N540-24Z8Q2C-M is well-suited as a provider edge (PE) router, aggregating traffic from multiple access nodes before handing off to a core network. Its multi-rate port support and IOS XR MPLS capabilities make it a natural fit for this role.
Enterprise WAN Edge Routing
Enterprises requiring high-throughput WAN connectivity can deploy this router at branch or regional hub sites to terminate diverse WAN circuits. The mix of 10GE, 25GE, and 100GE interfaces supports scalable connectivity without requiring a chassis upgrade.
Data Center Interconnect (DCI)
The 100GE uplink ports enable high-bandwidth interconnection between data center facilities or between a data center and a colocation provider. Combined with segment routing support on IOS XR, it provides a programmable, low-latency DCI solution.
What's Included
✔ Cisco N540-24Z8Q2C-M Refurbished Chassis
✔ Power Supply Unit(s) [Verify quantity/type]
✔ Standard WhaleyComm Pre-Ship Inspection and Testing
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Compatibility Details
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The Cisco N540-24Z8Q2C-M is part of the NCS 540 platform family and runs Cisco IOS XR software. It is compatible with standard SFP, SFP+, SFP28, and QSFP28 optics modules for interface connectivity. Management and orchestration compatibility includes Cisco NSO (Network Services Orchestrator) and is designed to integrate with Cisco's broader IOS XR-based routing ecosystem including the NCS 5500 and ASR 9000 series in multi-vendor segment routing deployments. Always verify specific IOS XR software release compatibility with your network's existing infrastructure and feature requirements before deployment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Product-specific answers about compatibility, testing, warranty, fulfilment, and purchase confidence.
The N540-24Z8Q2C-M provides 24 ports that support 1GE or 10GE, 8 ports that support 10GE or 25GE, and 2 ports that support 100GE — offering a flexible mix of speeds suitable for aggregation and edge routing roles.
The Cisco N540-24Z8Q2C-M runs Cisco IOS XR, a carrier-grade, modular operating system designed for high availability and supporting advanced features such as MPLS, segment routing, and comprehensive QoS policies.
Refurbished means the unit has been previously deployed and has since been inspected and tested to verify functionality prior to resale. This allows customers to obtain genuine Cisco hardware at a significantly lower cost compared to purchasing new.
Yes, the N540-24Z8Q2C-M uses industry-standard form factor optics — SFP or SFP+ for the 1/10GE ports, SFP28 for the 10/25GE ports, and QSFP28 for the 100GE ports. Cisco-certified optics are recommended; please verify third-party optic compatibility with your specific IOS XR software version.
Cisco N540-24Z8Q2C-M Refurbished - NCS 540 Multi-Rate Router
$6,799.00
Cisco
Cisco N540-24Z8Q2C-M Refurbished - NCS 540 Multi-Rate Router
MPN: N540-24Z8Q2C-M
$6,799.00
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