Nodegrid Net Services Router
Get network management & infrastructure that adjust to you
No matter what challenges you’re facing at your data center and branch locations, the Nodegrid Net Services Router (NSR) gives you complete control of your network.
It’s the only modular solution that adjusts to your business’ needs, so your network can become a powerful value creator.
- Free your resources with the industry’s most in-depth out-of-band management
- Provide secure & flexible network access via Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
- Get uncompromising control on a granular scale with SD-Branch capabilities
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- Product details & specifications
- Hardware features
- Solution benefits
Why Nodegrid Net Services Router?
The Nodegrid Net Services Router makes it easy to optimize your stack. Using virtualized network functions (VNFs), the NSR goes beyond the network switch to bring you a virtual environment that scales to your needs. Use VNFs alongside the NSR’s modular expansion cards for faster deployments, hardened security, & added savings.
Deploy Fast
- Replace up to six devices with a single NSR
- Virtualize more systems to drastically downsize your stack
- Set up zero touch provisioning for plug-n-play deployments
Boost Security
- Get total peace of mind with enterprise-grade security
- Protect your data using encrypted SSL and IPSec technologies
- Isolate & eliminate threats thanks to control/data plane separation
Save Across the Board
- Cut CAPEX with VNFs, 3rd-party app hosting, & add-on modules
- Prevent outages using alerts & automation that self-heal issues
- Save on OPEX thanks to remote out-of-band & cellular backup
Find solutions using the infrastructure multi-tool
Solve issues you didn’t know were holding you back. The Nodegrid Net Services Router is your infrastructure multi-tool, capable of routing, switching, application hosting, and much more. Get the NSR to multiply your capabilities, from advanced out-of-band to streamlined DevOps and better edge networking.
Out of Band Management
Get secure channels to manage devices from afar. View and control serial, USB, PDU, IPMI, and other infrastructure components regardless of vendor, all using one interface with normalized commands.
Networking
The NSR is built upon a multi-core Intel CPU for lightning-fast non-blocking networking right out of the box. Deploy it for powerful routing & switching capabilities, with expansion modules for additional networking, Wi-Fi, cellular, serial ports, & more.
Guest OS & VNF's
The NSR’s on-board Nodegrid OS allows you to use guest OS & VNF functionalities. No matter where you deploy the NSR, you can tailor your virtualized environment with third-party applications that suit you.
DevOps & Converged Infrastructure
Collaborating with DevOps has never been easier. The NSR supports automation & scripting tools, and gives you in-depth monitoring of important metrics. Manage your converged solutions & respond to business needs.
Edge Networking
For remote and branch locations, the NSR is your all-in-one solution for edge networking. Provide a capable platform for all your edge VNFs, and get reliable out-of-band access via 4G cellular.
Docker & Kubernetes
The NSR supports Docker & Kubernetes containers, so you can keep operations running with efficiency. Use optimized containers to get the most from your processing power, without the hassle of platform incompatibilities.
Expansion Modules
16-Port GbE Ethernet
What makes NSR the leading services router?
Power
The NSR is the most powerful solution thanks to its multi-core, Intel-based processor. Where competing devices limit you to few VNFs, the NSR handles every network function without breaking a sweat.
Freedom to scale
With up to nine field-upgradable expansion modules, the NSR is the only solution to offer true freedom to scale. You no longer need to compromise, because the NSR gives you every capability you need.
Streamlined networking
You don’t have to put up with cumbersome stacks any longer. The NSR tightens up networking using a single device for virtualization, third-party app hosting, Docker containers, & automation.
Intuitive management
Integration with Nodegrid Manager gives you unified control, regardless of which vendor solutions you use. Simply connect the NSR for in-depth, 360-degree management – all on one interface.
Pre-Validated Virtualized Network Functions ready to deploy on Nodegrid
Deploy Nodegrid SR devices and get seamless customization with these pre-validated apps. Virtualize for what you need, from efficient SD-WAN & firewall applications, to right-fit guest OS & management solutions.
We’re always adding more, so take your pick and let Nodegrid do the rest.
Network down?
Nodegrid’s cellular failover has you covered
The Nodegrid SR family’s advanced cellular module delivers backup connectivity that’s reliable, fast, & automatic.
- Get global coverage via 4G LTE & 3G fallback
- Make business unstoppable with blazing Cat-12 speeds
- Save your peace of mind thanks to 4x carrier redundancy
Lay the foundation for open networking that adapts to you
Whether you need to run custom security applications at your largest data center, or SD-Branch capabilities for a faraway office, the Nodegrid Services Router is your open platform solution. It’s the only modular services router that lets you bolt on more functionality and address your business’ changing needs.
- Get a multi-core Intel CPU & Linux OS for strong, versatile networking.
- Deploy your custom environment using guest OS & your choice of applications
- Boost your flexibility with add-ons for compute power, interfaces, Wi-Fi & More
Don’t let rigid systems hold you back
Why do some of the world’s top brands trust the Nodegrid Services Router? Because it delivers more usability than any other 1U box on the market. Not only can you do away with many single-purpose appliances, but you can also customise your environment to suit you.
- Deploying custom solutions? Run up to six guest Ones to host all your applications
- Looking for better orchestration? Add interface modules for more streamlined virtualizations
- Need vendor freedom? Get a single extensible box to bridge feature gaps & provide right fit solutions.
The Nodegrid Net Services Router is the most versatile device on the market. With a fast x86 Intel CPU, Linux-based Nodegrid OS, and available add-on modules, the NSR delivers flexible networking in any environment. Here are some key features:
- Multi-core Intel CPU for more power and blazing-fast UI
- 64-bit, Linux-based Nodegrid OS for vendor-neutral networking
- Guest OS, app hosting, & VNFs for a fully customized environment
- 5 slots for add-on modules to boost compute power, connectivity, & more
- PDU & IPMI management that give you control at every level
- IPv4 & IPv6 compatibility to support legacy & modern solutions
| Hardware Specifications | |
|---|---|
| CPU | Intel x86_64 Multi-Core |
| Memory & Storage |
8 GB of DDR4 DRAM, 32 GB mSATA SSD (Upgradeable) |
| Interfaces | 2 SFP+ Ethernet 2 Gigabit Ethernet 1 Console on RJ45 1 USB 3.0 2 x USB 2.0 1 HDMI |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Software Specifications | |
| Port Access | Direct access by port name, TCP port, device name and IPv4/IPv6 High performance port login: <1 sec on SSH, <3 sec on Telnet 1,000 simultaneous sessions Port sharing, port custom field support, port icon configuration, port search Device clustering across multiple Nodegrid units DeviceURL™ bookmarks, FireTrail™ secure tunnels Break-over SSH support Power Management Integration within user’s session HTML5 viewer (No Java) for IPMI SoL and KVM, WEB, Console Virtual media support |
| System Management | Extensible automated control based on actionable real-time data Web GUI management portal, command line interface (CLI), Linux root shell,SNMP Zero Touch Provisioning for configuration and firmware updates Multiple and customizable user levels of access Auto-discovery via network scan & hostname of attached serial port NTP support, global time zone support Network Failover to 4G/LTE or Wi-Fi Orchestration – Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Nodegrid Manager, OpenFlow, RESTful |
| Access Protocols | HTTPS, SSHv2; optional HTTP, Telnet and SSHv1 |
| Device View Options | Tree, Table, Geo Map, Node and WEB with NodeIQ™ search |
| Managed Power Devices | Vendor Neutral PDU support |
| Managed IPMI Devices | OpenBMC HP iLO Dell iDRAC Redfish API Supermicro/Quanta IPMI Cisco CIMC/UCS IBMIMM Oracle ILOM EMC/NetApp Storage IPMI |
| Security | X.509 SSH certificate support, 4096-bit encryption keys Selectable cryptographic protocols for SSH and HTTPS (TLSv1.2, TLSv1.1, TLSv1) Selectable cypher suite levels: high, medium, low, custom Local, AD/LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+, Kerberos authentication Local, backup-user authentication support User-access lists per port Group/role-based authorization: AD/LDAP, RADIUS, TACACS+ Fine Grain port access, power access, appliance privilege IP packet and security filtering, IP forwarding support SSL VPN (Client and Server), IPsec, Firewall MD5/SHA System configuration checksum, System event syslog System event syslog Custom security with secure default settings Strong password enforcement Network Function Virtualization (NFV) |
| Operating System | Built-in 64-bit Linux |
| Infrastructure Specifications | |
| Power | Dual AC 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0 A Dual DC: 36-75 VDC, 7.3-3.5A Power Consumption 150W typical |
| Physical | Front-Rear mounting brackets Size (L x W x H): 438 x 332 x 43mm (17.2 x 13.1 x 1.7 in), 1U Weight: 4.9 kg (10.8 lb), depending on options Air Exhaust or Air Intake Fans (Swappable) |
| Environmental | Operation: 0 to 45° C (32 to 113° F), 5-95% RH, non-cond. Storage: -20 to 67° C (-4 to 153° F), 10-90% RH, non-cond. |
Not all Nodegrid Services Router Expansion Card Slots are interchangeable. Please refer to the chart for Expansion Card Slot Compatibility.
| Expansion Card | Slot 1 | Slot 2 | Slot 3 | Slot 4 | Slot 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16-Port GbE Ethernet | ✔ | ✔ | Secure Isolated Mode | Secure Isolated Mode | |
| 16-Port Serial | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 16-Port GbE Ethernet SFP | ✔ | ✔ | Secure Isolated Mode | Secure Isolated Mode | |
| 16-Port USB | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| M.2 Cellular / Wi-Fi | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| 8-Port SFP+ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | Secure Isolated Mode | Secure Isolated Mode |
| 8-Port POE+ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | – | – |
| Compute | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | – | – |
| Storage | – | – | – | ✔ | ✔ |
| M.2 SATA | – | – | – | ✔ | ✔ |
Guest OS & VNF's
Out of Band Management
Get secure channels to manage devices from afar. View and control serial, USB, PDU, IPMI, and other infrastructure components regardless of vendor, all using one interface with normalized commands.
Networking
The NSR is built upon a multi-core Intel CPU for lightning-fast non-blocking networking right out of the box. Deploy it for powerful routing & switching capabilities, with expansion modules for additional networking, Wi-Fi, cellular, serial ports, & more.
DevOps & Converged Infrastructure
Collaborating with DevOps has never been easier. The NSR supports automation & scripting tools, and gives you in-depth monitoring of important metrics. Manage your converged solutions & respond to business needs.
Edge Networking
Docker & Kubernetes
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| NSR-TOP1-DAC | NSR Chassis, Dual AC, Multi-Core Intel CPU, On-board Switch, 5 Slots support, 8GB DDR4, 32GB MSATA, Hot-Swappable Fans, 2SFP+, 2GbE |
| NSR-BASE-DAC | NSR Chassis, Dual AC, Multi-Core Intel CPU, On-board Switch, 5 Slots support, 8GB DDR4, 32GB MSATA, Hot-Swappable Fans, 2SFP+, 2GbE |
| NSR-LITE-DAC | NSR Chassis, Dual AC, Multi-Core Intel CPU, 5 slots support, 8GB DDR4, 32GB MSATA, Hot-Swappable Fans, 2 SFP+, 2 GbE |
| NSR-TOP1-SAC | NSR Chassis, Single AC, Multi-Core Intel CPU, On-board Switch, 5 Slots support, 8GB DDR4, 32GB MSATA, Hot-Swappable Fans, 2SFP+, 2GbE |
| NSR-TOP1-SAC-POE | NSR Chassis, Single AC & POE, Multi-Core Intel CPU, On-board Switch, 5 Slots support, 8GB DDR4, 32GB MSATA, Hot-Swappable Fans, 2SFP+, 2GbE |
| NSR-BASE-SAC-POE | NSR Chassis, Single AC & POE, Multi-Core Intel CPU, On-board Switch, 5 Slots support, 8GB DDR4, 32GB MSATA, Hot-Swappable Fans, 2SFP+, 2GbE |
Expansion Cards and Accessories
| SKU | Description |
|---|---|
| NSR-16ETH-EXPN | NSR 16-Port 1GbE – Ethernet Expansion Card |
| NSR-8ETH-POE-EXPN | NSR 8-Port 1GbE Ethernet with POE+ Expansion Card |
| NSR-16SRL-EXPN | NSR 16-Port RJ45 Serial Rolled Expansion Card |
| NSR-16USB-EXPN | NSR 16-Port USB Type A Expansion Card |
| NSR-8SFP-EXPN | NSR 8-Port 10GbE SFP Expansion Card |
| NSR-16SFP-EXPN | NSR 16-Port 1GbE SFP Expansion Card |
| NSR-DISK-EXPN | NSR Storage Expansion Card |
| NSR-COMP-EXPN | NSR Compute 4-core, 8GB DDR4, 32GB SATA Expension Card |
| NSR-M2-EXPN | NSR M.2 / Sata Expansion Card |
| NSR-COVER | NSR Cover Plate |
| — | — |
| — | — |
| M2-WIFI | M.2 Wi-Fi |
| M2-CELL | M.2 Cellular – Dual SIM |
| M2-S064 | M.2 SATA 64 GB |
| M2-S128 | M.2 SATA 128 GB |