[c-nsp] 6506 unusual behavior

[Adam Armstrong]

Arie Vayner (avayner) wrote:
> Adam,
>
> One thing to consider is to reduce the BGP view.
> Do they really need the full view, or can actually take a partial view
> from each provider (for example each providers originated networks, and
> maybe their direct customers), and then use a default route for the rest
> of the Internet (the best alternative is to actually ask the providers
> to advertise a default route).
>
> I most stub (as in non transit) ASs this should be a valid solution.
>
> Another alternative could be to introduce another set of border routers,
> such as 7201 routers. 7201 is a 7200/NPE-G2 in 1RU form factor with
> 4x1GE ports.
> It can easily take a full BGP view, but traffic sizing should be
> performed so that we can actually handle the load.
> Actually, I am not sure if the upgrade to Sup720-3BXL would be much more
> expansive than the 7201, but I suggest you explore these options with
> your customer.
>   
I would agree, standard cisco prices, with 35% discount in £ would be :

7201, 1GB, Dual PSU - £7,995.00
SUP720-3BXL - £20,500.00

The 7201 is significantly cheaper, and will do full gigabit, provided 
you don't get DDoSed :)

adam.