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NGN Routing
Routing technology is fundamental to the Internet, and this technology interconnects public and private IP
networks for mobile, data, voice, and video applications. Our NGN Routing products are designed to enhance the
intelligence, security, reliability, scalability, and level of performance in the transmission of information and
media-rich applications. We offer a broad range of routers, from core network infrastructure and mobile Internet
network for service providers and enterprises to access routers for branch offices and for telecommuters and
consumers at home. Key product areas within our NGN Routing category are as follows:
High-End Routers Midrange and Low-End Routers Other NGN Routing
Cisco Aggregation Services Routers
(“ASR”):
Cisco Integrated Services Routers
(“ISR”):
Optical Networking Products
Other Routing Products
• Cisco ASR 901/903 • Cisco ISR 800
• Cisco ASR 1000 • Cisco ISR 1900
• Cisco ASR 5000 • Cisco ISR 2900
• Cisco ASR 9000 • Cisco ISR 3900
Cisco Carrier Routing Systems
(“CRS”):
• Cisco CRS-1
• Cisco CRS-3
Cisco 7600 Series Routers
During fiscal 2012, we experienced strong adoption of our latest edge and core routing platforms, Cisco ASR
9000 and Cisco CRS-3, respectively. We continue to provide further enhancements to our NGN Routing
portfolio with the aim of supporting the next-generation Internet and enabling compelling new experiences for
consumers, new revenue opportunities for service providers, and new ways to collaborate in the workplace.
Service Provider Video
Our end-to-end, digital video distribution systems and digital interactive set-top boxes enable service providers
and content originators to deliver entertainment, information, and communication services to consumers and
businesses around the world. Key product areas within our Service Provider Video category are as follows:
Set-Top Boxes
• IP set-top boxes (both High-Definition (“HD”) and Standard Definition (“SD”))
• Digital cable set-top boxes (both HD and SD)
Cable Modem CPE (Data, EMTA, and Gateways)
Cable Modem Termination Systems Products
Videoscape Software Products
Headend Equipment (Encoders, Decoders, and Transcoders)
On July 30, 2012, we acquired NDS Group Limited (“NDS”), a leading provider of video content security and
software solutions designed to enable users to intuitively view, search and navigate digital content. NDS has a
strong recurring revenue stream and we expect the acquisition of NDS to complement and accelerate the delivery
of Cisco Videoscape, Cisco’s comprehensive platform that enables service providers and media companies to
deliver next-generation entertainment experiences. With the NDS acquisition, we aim to broaden our
opportunities in the service provider market and to expand our reach into emerging markets such as China and
India, countries where NDS has an established customer presence.
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