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Example Application #1: Security—Remote Alarm Monitoring and Control
Figure 4
Security—Remote Alarm Monitoring and Control
The alarm interface controller (AIC) is a network module that greatly expands the network monitoring and control
capabilities of the Cisco 2600 and 3700 Series routers. The AIC functions as an integrated entity residing within the
Cisco 2600 platform to provide network alarm monitoring and proactive remote control of network elements. The
AIC reduces service-provider and enterprise operating expenses by facilitating an integrated solution to remote
network management. This eliminates the need for a dedicated external alarm-monitoring device. Greatly simplifying
network layout, monitoring, and control; resulting in lower operations, administration, maintenance, and
provisioning (OAM&P) costs. The AIC is supported in Cisco IOS 12.2(8)T and later. The AIC network module
supports 64 discrete alarm inputs, of which 8 of the last 64 alarm points are software-configurable to accept either
analog or discrete inputs. The AIC further supports 16 control relays to facilitate the proactive remote control of
network elements.
Power Generator
Cisco 2600 Router with AIC
Integrated alarm monitoring and
control capabilities undo the router
for increased network visibility downtime
Cisco Router
Remote
Monitoring and
Provisioning
Surveillance
Surveillance
Camera
Remote Site/Office
Monitoring Center
TCP/IP
SONET/SDH
Ring
Temperature
Building
Security
TDM
ADM
HVAC
Reduced Network Complexity
Enhanced Repoprting, Security and
Remote Control
